5.6Cr-1.9Mo-9.8Ni is a low-alloy steel engineered for high-strength applications requiring good toughness and fatigue resistance, achieved through careful balance of chromium (corrosion and wear resistance), molybdenum (strength and hardness), and nickel (ductility and impact toughness). Primarily used in aerospace landing gear, high-performance automotive components, and heavy-duty machinery requiring both strength and damage tolerance. This composition is notable for maintaining reliable performance in cyclically loaded or shock-prone environments where brittle failure must be avoided, making it preferable to higher-carbon martensitic steels in applications where impact resistance and fatigue life are critical.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Elongation at Break(εf) | 19.00 | - | — | ||
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | 1.019 | GPa | — | ||
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)(σy) | 1.019 | GPa | — |