15 5 PH Steel High Strength Corrosion Resistant Alloy

Key Specifications and Standards

When I source or specify 15-5 PH stainless steel, compliance isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of safety and performance. This martensitic precipitation-hardening alloy, also known as XM-12, is defined by strict chemical and mechanical benchmarks to ensure it performs in high-stress environments. My inventory remains strictly aligned with the following North American and international standards.

Compliance and Designations

Global Equivalents and Cross-References

• Common Name: 15-5 PH Stainless Steel
• Type: Martensitic Precipitation Hardening
• Melting Standards: Often produced via Vacuum Arc Remelting (VAR) or Electroslag Remelting (ESR) to meet the cleanliness requirements of AMS 5659.
• Industry Standard: Widely recognized as the “transverse toughness” upgrade over the standard 17-4 PH.

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Chemical Composition of 15-5 PH Stainless Steel

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Key Strength and Toughness Insights

• H900 Condition Steel: This provides the maximum possible tensile and yield strength. It is the standard choice when load-bearing capacity is the absolute priority, though it has the lowest impact toughness of the aged conditions.
• H1150 Condition: We utilize this setting when the application demands better fracture toughness and resistance to stress corrosion cracking. It offers the highest ductility and is much easier to machine than the harder tempers.
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15-5 PH Physical Characteristics and Constants

We know that precision in aerospace and high-pressure systems starts with the fundamentals. The physical properties of 15-5 PH stainless steel dictate how the metal behaves under real-world stress, ensuring that every UNS S15500 component we provide meets the rigorous demands of your application.

Key Physical Constants of 15-5 Material

Thermal Expansion and Conductivity

For projects requiring a high-precision fit, we ensure our premium stainless steel products are evaluated for consistent thermal expansion coefficients.

• Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (70-200°F): 6.0 μin/in/°F.
• Thermal Conductivity (at 300°F): 124 BTU-in/hr-ft²-°F.
• Magnetic Permeability: Strongly ferromagnetic in all conditions.

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Key Performance Differences

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Why We Recommend 15-5 Steel

• Improved Forgeability: The lack of delta ferrite makes it much easier to work with during the forging process compared to 17-4.
• Directional Strength: You get consistent mechanical properties whether you are measuring longitudinally or transversely.
• Reduced Cracking: The uniform grain structure minimizes the risk of internal delamination under high pressure.

If your project involves complex shapes or needs to withstand multi-directional loads, 15-5 steel provides a level of reliability that standard 17-4 simply cannot match.

Key Benefits of 15-5 PH for Industrial Projects

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Why Professionals Choose This Alloy

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• Transverse Toughness: One of the biggest wins for this alloy is its uniformity. It is much tougher in all directions compared to 17-4 PH, reducing the risk of internal cracks in heavy forgings.

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Top Industrial Applications for 15-5 PH Stainless Steel

 

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Aerospace Structural Components

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• Landing gear assemblies and structural supports.
• Actuator components and flight control surfaces.
• Engine mounts and high-stress fasteners.

Oil, Gas, and High-Pressure Systems

For offshore and petrochemical projects, the corrosion resistant PH stainless properties of 15-5 are a lifesaver. It stands up to aggressive chemical environments and extreme pressure. Common uses include:

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• Pump shafts and turbine parts for energy production.
• Precision components for ekipaĵa fabrikado in chemical plants.

Whether it’s under the sea or 30,000 feet in the air, 15-5 PH provides the reliability and durability required for the most demanding industrial projects.

15-5 PH Stock Sizes and Custom Processing

We maintain a ready-to-ship inventory of 15-5 PH stainless steel to ensure your production line never stalls. From high-integrity UNS S15500 rounds to heavy-duty plates, our material is sourced and processed to meet the most rigorous AMS 5659 kaj cURL Too many subrequests. requirements. We offer premium VAR (Vacuum Arc Remelted) kaj ESR (Electroslag Remelted) stock, providing the superior XM-12 cleanliness essential for critical aerospace components.

Available Inventory Formats

• 15-5 PH Bar: Stocked in various diameters and shapes, ready for immediate custom sawing to your exact specs.
• 15-5 PH Plate: High-quality flat stock available in multiple thicknesses, perfect for structural aerospace parts.
• 15-5 PH Forgings: We provide near-net-shape forgings to minimize material waste and optimize grain flow for maximum part strength.

Our custom processing capabilities are designed to handle complex project demands. Whether you need specialized heat treating or precision cutting, we bring the same level of expertise found in our ductile cast iron foundry for precision custom castings to every steel order we fulfill. We focus on providing clean, uniform material that reduces your machining time and improves final part reliability.

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