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Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels – Strength Meets Corrosion Resistance
We supply a full range of PH stainless steels including 17-4PH (S17400), 15-5PH and 13-8Mo. Ideal for precision parts requiring excellent strength, wear resistance and dimensional stability.
What Is Precipitation Hardening Steel?
Precipitation Hardening (PH) stainless steels are a class of martensitic or semi-austenitic steels strengthened by a heat treatment process that precipitates fine particles to enhance mechanical properties.
Key Features:
High strength-to-weight ratio
Corrosion resistance comparable to austenitic stainless steels (304, 316)
Good machinability and dimensional control
Age-hardenable with no distortion
Magnetic (17-4PH, 15-5PH) or non-magnetic (A286, depending on condition)
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Optional product specifications
Property | Details |
---|---|
Product Forms | Round bar, flat bar, sheet, plate, forging, disc, block |
Grades Available | 17-4PH (UNS S17400), 15-5PH, 13-8Mo, A286, 17-7PH |
Standards | ASTM A564, A693, A705, AMS 5643, EN 1.4542 |
Bar Size | Ø6mm – Ø400mm |
Plate Thickness | 3mm – 150mm |
Delivery State | Annealed (Condition A), H900 / H1025 / H1150 etc. |
Heat Treatments | Solution Annealed + Aging (Precipitation Hardened) |
Certifications | EN10204 3.1 / 3.2, AMS, NACE, ISO 9001 |
* Third-party inspections, NDT, tensile & hardness testing available.
Processing & Packaging

Custom cutting (waterjet/plasma/saw)

Solution annealing + aging heat treatment

Hardness, tensile, elongation testing per batch

Turning, grinding, polishing (Ra ≤ 0.8µm)

Wooden crate, rust-proof wrap, ID marking
Why Buy From Xishang?
- Full series of PH grades including 17-4PH, 13-8Mo, A286
- Heat treatment options: H900 to H1150M
- CNC machining, rough/final turned finish available
- Tight tolerance and dimensional control
- Low MOQ, stock ready, global shipping
- Corrosion resistance + high yield strength for critical parts
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What’s the difference between 17-4PH and 15-5PH?
A:
Both are PH stainless steels. 15-5PH offers better toughness and slightly better corrosion resistance due to its reduced delta ferrite content compared to 17-4PH.
Q2: What is “H900” or “H1150” condition?
A:
These refer to heat treatment aging temperatures which determine final mechanical properties. H900 = high strength, H1150 = improved ductility.
Q3: Can you provide forged blanks in PH stainless?
A:
Yes. Forgings, rough turned bars and large plates for machining are available.
Q4: What industries commonly use PH steels?
A:
Aerospace, precision machinery, petrochemical, pump/valve, food equipment, mold tooling, marine and defense.
Q5: Do you support small quantity machining trials?
A:
Absolutely. Low MOQ and custom-machining support provided for new project evaluations.