Strength & Hardness
Enhanced Options
Precipitation-hardening stainless steels (often called PH steels) offer similar characteristics to stainless steels and nickel alloys but with one fundamental difference.
Small traces of aluminium, phosphorus, copper and titanium is included in the alloying mix. After the age-hardening process, the resulting alloy is significantly stronger and has greater hardness. Pair this with stainless steel's well-earned reputation for corrosion resistance, which results in an alloy that offers engineers more options.
Supply Conditions
We typically supply PH stainless steels annealed or tempered, each with unique characteristics. Tempered products are rolled to incredible hardness levels, while annealed products are softer and easier to form.
Versatility
With an extensive range of available tempers and heat treatments, precipitation-hardening stainless steel bars afford engineers broader options.
View Range
Greater Choice
Precipitation-hardening steels are available for supply in three common types with differing characteristics.
The three main types are austenitic (high strength, good corrosion resistance and formability), semi-austenitic (more complex, combines the benefits of austenitic and martensitic), and martensitic (high strength and corrosion resistance, improved dimensional stability).
Whichever type you choose, PH steels offer better mechanical properties compared to standard stainless steels.
Further Information
PH steels offers a credible alternative to traditional stainless steels due to improved mechanical properties and characteristics.
Precipitation-hardening stainless steels are normally supplied annealed or tempered - each has unique benefits relating to the finished alloy.
Our products find regular use in aerospace and marine applications due to possessing all the benefits of stainless steel but with added strength and hardness.
