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GKPYW from Sullivan Steel

GKPYW

GKP®YW is a high-performance fast, deep-nitriding steel with high impact strength, fatigue strength, and hardenability. It is used to produce stable nitrided parts after hardening and tempering treatment.


Melt-type(s): VIM-VAR
Other name(s): N/A
Comparable grade(s): Nitriding 135M™, Nitralloy N™

STANDARDS

Type Specifications
AMS AMS 6498
UNS K23280
EN/DIN 32CrMoV5

SIZES AVAILABLE

Form Size range
Bar 3.740" - 5.512"

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Element Range (%)
C 0.30
Cr 1.40
Mo 1.20
Ni 0.80
V 0.30

CHARACTERISTICS

High temperature Stainless Through-hardened Nitriding Carburizing Induction

CHARACTERISTICS

Characteristic Value
High temperature
Stainless
Through-hardened
Nitriding
Carburizing
Induction

ADDITIONAL INFO

Heat Treatment
Heat treatment instructions and recommendations for GKP®YW are provided by one of our mills, Aubert & Duval. Please contact Sullivan Steel for additional guidance or information.
Machinability
Sullivan Steel typically stocks GKP®YW in the annealed condition, optimal for machinability and heat treatment uniformity. Exceptions may apply.
Common Applications
Aerospace and motorsport shafts, heavy loaded gears, crankshafts, precision parts, aircraft parts.

RESOURCES

Aubert & Duval Data Sheet: GKP_GB.pdf 

Aubert & Duval Product Page: GKP - Steels for nitriding - Aubert et Duval

DISCLAIMER

The product information provided on this page is provided for general reference only and is not complete. Customers and prospective customers should rely on the applicable material certifications for product information, including any exceptions to specifications, if applicable. Material certifications are available upon request. All product sales are subject to Sullivan Steel’s standard terms and conditions of sale.