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CPM S90V

Stainless Steel · Hardness 58–64 HRC

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Stainless Steel
Carbon %
2.3
Chromium %
14
Hardness HRC
58-64
Vanadium %
9
Molybdenum %
1
Tungsten %

Performance Ratings

80/100
Edge Retention
45/100
Corrosion Resist.
52/100
Toughness
40/100
Ease to Sharpen
Overall Score
56.2/100

Chemical Composition

Carbon 2.30%
Chromium 14.00%
Molybdenum 1.00%
Vanadium 9.00%

Best For

EDC Hunting Knives

The CPM S90V is a stainless steel used in knife manufacturing. This steel is classified as Premium tier based on its composition and properties.

Chemical Composition

ElementContent
Carbon2.3%
Chromium14.0%
Molybdenum1.0%
Vanadium9.0%
TungstenN/A%
CobaltN/A%
ManganeseN/A%
NickelN/A%
SiliconN/A%

Hardness

  • Minimum HRC: 58
  • Maximum HRC: 64

Performance Ratings

MetricScore
Edge Retention80.0/100
Corrosion Resistance45.0/100
Toughness52.0/100
Ease of Sharpening40.0/100
Overall Score56.2/100

Best For

This steel is well-suited for: EDC, Hunting Knives

About CPM S90V

CPM S90V is a stainless steel with excellent properties for knife making. Its composition provides a good balance of edge retention, durability, and workability.

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