CPM S35VN is a powder metallurgy stainless knife steel designed for a balanced combination of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. Compared to S30V, its toughness has been improved and its machinability optimized.
Three key characteristics of the steel: edge retention, rust resistance, and sharpenability
Edge retention: high
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S35VN has good wear resistance, providing high edge life.
Rust resistance: high
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The chromium content of 14% ensures good corrosion resistance.
Sharpenability: good
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S35VN was developed, among other things, with the aim of improved machinability compared to S30V. The lower vanadium content also reduces the proportion of vanadium carbides.
Applications
EDC and pocket knives: The balanced combination of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance makes S35VN suitable for versatile EDC knives.
Outdoor knives: The combination of toughness and corrosion resistance is suitable for a wide range of applications.
Hunting and cutting knives: S35VN combines good wear resistance with corrosion resistance and toughness.
Steel composition
| Element | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 1.40 % |
| Chromium (Cr) | 14.00 % |
| Vanadium (V) | 3.00 % |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 2.00 % |
| Niobium (Nb) | 0.50 % |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.50 % |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.50 % |
Products with CPM S35VN Blade Steel
