Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

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Type: Stainless Steel Sheets
Standard: JIS
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Overview

Basic Info.

Model NO.
VG10
Certification
ISO, JIS
Shape
Flat
Technique
According to Order
Surface Treatment
Black Surface / Turned Surface
Tolerance
OEM & ODM
Processing Services
Welding, Punching, Cutting, Bending, Uncoiling
Hardness
After Annealing or Not Annealing
MOQ
3 Ton (Negotiable)
Transport Package
Standard Packaging
Specification
According to order
Trademark
ZEICIN
Origin
China

Product Description


Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Product Description

VG10 Martensitic stainless steel for Cutting Tools

VG represents Virgin Steel, and it originated in Japan. But Chinese innovation is an ideal substitute.

VG10 is high carbon stainless steel, the hardness is higher than ordinary stainless steel, easy to process, and cutting performance is excellent, toughness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, which it easy to sharpen razor-sharp. It is widely employed in producing kitchen knives, outdoor knives, and professional cutting tools.

VG10 is the upper grade of the V gold steel series stainless steel. It is the best quality steel in Japan and even the world.

But now it is fully replaced by Chinese technology, which can produce better cost performance, while the quality is equivalent to that of Japan.
 

Similar Grade

Execution standard ZEICIN Grade GB AISI JIS DIN
GB ZDF-16 - - VG10 -
 

Main chemical composition %

C Cr Mn Si Mo V
0.95~1.05 14.50~15.50 0.30~0.50 ≤0.35 0.80~1.20 0.25~0.35
Co S P Ni Nb W
1.30~ 1.80 - ≤0.03 <0.50 - -
 

Product details

# Name Specification
1 Steel grade VG10
2 Size Customized size according to customer requirements
3 Tolerance according to order
4 Technique Special smelting process: EAF+LF+VD+RS ESR process.  to Innovating Chinese quality.
5 Surface  Black surface / Turned Surface
6 Application Chef knife/ Kitchen knife/forged knife/Army knife/outdoor knife/Scissors/Haircut scissors/pet scissors/razors etc.
Product Parameters
 

Heat Treatment and Hardenability Values of VG10

  • Heat Treatment 
 
Process Temperature Details
Forging 1100°C  (Max) /1000°C (Min) Forge between the recommended temperatures. Do not forge below 1000°C. Anneal after forging.
Annealing 800°C Cooling speed should not exceed 25°C/hr
Quenching 1050-1100°C Quench in oil at 50°C  or air at 25°C .
Tempering 160-200°C For TiC coating, temper at 540°C .
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
  • Hardness Values
Condition Hardness (HRC)
Annealed HRC 25
Hardened HRC 61
Sub-Zero Treated HRC 61.5

Microstructure comparison

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Our Advantages
 
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting ToolsProduction processVg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
 
 

Major Equipment

1. Electric Arc Furnace
2. ESR
3. 5T Forging Machine
4. Vacuum Annealing Furnace
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
5. Non-destructive Detector
6. Rolling Mill
7. Drawing Mill
8. Spray Forming
 
Surface condition
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

 
Metallographic Organization Comparison

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

Photo1(Domestic). Carbon carbide size obviously appears big size.

Photo 2 (abroad), the carbide distribution is uneven, and the individual is large. Reason analysis: During the smelting process, the carbide can not be controlled well. In the late forging, although the forging ratio increases, it fails to make up for the defects of the smelting.

Photo3(ZhengDa=Zeicin) the modification of three technological processes of 1)EAF+LF+VD, 2) Special innovation smelting process of RS ESR, 3) transformation forging, so that it is obviously better than the imported ones. The carbide is small and uniform.


Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools


Photo 1 (domestic), the carbide individual is obviously large, and the processing will exhibit the phenomenon of detachment.

Photo 2 (abroad), The carbides are superior to domestic ones, but there are more angular carbides, and cracks and stress concentrations are easy to occur in use, leading to early failure.

Photo3(ZhengDa=Zeicin), the modification in the process of smelting and forging, the level of carbide is obviously superior to the imports.


Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

Photo 1 (domestic), Zonal carbides are obvious, the carbide particles are obviously larger than the longitudinal ones, causing analysis: no modification of forging, just rolling directly.

Photo 2 (abroad), the distribution of carbides is not uniform, and the individual is large. Reason analysis: During the smelting process, the carbide can not be controlled well. In the late forging, although the forging ratio increases, it fails to make up for the defects of the smelting.

Photo3(ZhengDa=Zeicin) the modification of three technological processes of 1) EAF +LF+VD, 2) Special innovation smelting process of RS ESR, 3) transformation forging, so that it keeps obviously better than the imported ones. The carbide is small and uniform.

The other steel grades that we can offer correspond to the following:

Type ZEICIN GRADE SIMILAR STEEL GRADES
GB JIS ASTM DIN
Martensite Stainless Steel 9Cr18Mo 9Cr18Mo SUS440C AISI 440C 1.4125
9Cr18MoV 9Cr18MoV SUS440B AISI 440B 1.4112
11Cr17 11Cr17 SUS440C AISI 440C 1.4125
SUS440A 68Cr17(7Cr17) SUS440A S44002 1.4109
10Cr15Comav 10Cr15Comav VG10 / /
5Cr15MoV 5Cr15MoV 420hc 420MOV W1.4116(X50CrMoV15)
7Cr17MoV 7Cr17MoV SUS440A/AUS6 440A /
SUS440F Y108Cr17 (Y11Cr17) SUS440F S44020/440F 1.4025
SUS420J2  3Cr13 SUS420J2 S42000/420 X30Cr13/1.4028
VG10 / VG10 / /
BG42 BG42 / / /
YTG134 4Cr13 SUS420 420* 1.2083
 
Applications
  • Professional Kitchen Knives:

    Superior edge retention and corrosion resistance for chefs and culinary experts.

  • Hairdressing Scissors:

    For professional-quality scissors for sharpness and smooth cutting.

  • Outdoor and Tactical Knives:

    Endure abuse while offering superior edge performance.

  • Industrial Tools:

    For applications where high wear and mechanical strength are needed.

  • Surgical Instruments:

    Great for precision tools in medical processes.

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

 

Customer Feedback

We highly value all feedback from our customers, as it helps us continuously improve and ensure we meet your expectations. Below are some insights from our esteemed customers, including feedback from one of our Korean customers who has previously purchased Japanese products:

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

 

Packaging & Shipping

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

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FAQ
Vg10 Martensitic Stainless Steel for Cutting Tools

Q1: Do you accept trial orders?
A1: Yes, we accept trial orders, provided that the required size and model are in stock.

Q2: What is your delivery time?
A2: If the products are in stock, the delivery time is generally 5-15 days. If the products are out of stock, the delivery time may range from 15-20 days, depending on the order quantity.

Q3: Do you offer discounts for bulk orders?
A3: Yes, we offer discounts for bulk orders. The specific discount will depend on the order quantity and terms of cooperation. Please feel free to contact us for more details.

Q4: What is your product packaging like?
A4: Our products are packaged in standard industrial packaging to ensure safety during transportation. If you have specific packaging requirements, please let us know when placing the order, and we will package your items accordingly.

Q5: What payment methods do you support?
A5: We accept a variety of payment methods, including T/T, L/C, Alipay, PayPal, etc. The specific payment method can be arranged flexibly based on the order amount and customer needs.

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