Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels (Fe/Cr/Ni/*)

Goodfellow provides a range of precipitation hardening stainless steels for specialized applications in research and industry. These materials, available in various forms, combine the corrosion resistance of stainless steel with exceptionally high strength achieved through heat treatment. Precipitation hardening stainless steels are widely used in aerospace, marine engineering, and high-performance mechanical systems. In aerospace, they are crucial for aircraft structural components and landing gear due to their high strength-to-weight ratio. Marine applications include propeller shafts and fasteners in corrosive environments. In mechanical systems, these alloys are used for high-stress components in pumps and valves. Emerging technologies leveraging precipitation hardening stainless steels include advanced additive manufacturing for complex aerospace parts and next-generation nuclear reactor components. Goodfellow's provision of these alloys supports cutting-edge research in materials science, particularly in developing high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials for extreme environments. Their unique combination of properties ensures their continued importance in both scientific exploration and industrial innovation where reliability under demanding conditions is critical.