16NCD13 Steel Alloy Metallurgical Specifications

General Characteristics
16NCD13 VAC-ARC is a premium quality low alloy, carburizing case hardenable vacuum arc remelted steel which takes its name from the French industry designation. In the carburized condition, its high case hardness is combined with desirable impact and fracture toughness characteristic in the core. Additionally, superior cleanliness makes 16NCD13 VAC-ARC steel ideally suited for critical aerospace gear and actuator applications.
Typical Chemical Composition

Weight % C Mn P S Si Ni Cr Mo Cu Fe

minimum 0.12 0.50 — — 0.25 3.00 0.85 0.15 0.35 Reminder

maximum 0.17 0.03 0.025 3.50 1.15 0.30

Weight %	C	Mn	P	S	Si	Ni	Cr	Mo	Cu	Fe
minimum	0.12	0.50	—	—	0.25	3.00	0.85	0.15	0.35	Reminder
maximum	0.17	0.03	0.025	3.50	1.15	0.30

Steel Alloy 16NCD13