Carpenter CTS-BD30P alloy is a powder metal processed, air-hardening, martensitic stainless steel that offers corrosion resistance comparable with Type 440C stainless, combined with excellent toughness and wear resistance attributed to a high concentration of vanadium carbides. The Carpenter CTS family of alloys is used for many blade applications. This datasheet provides information on composition and physical properties. It also includes information on corrosion resistance as well as heat treating and powder metal forms. Filing Code: SS-1154. Producer or source: Carpenter Specialty Alloys.

Carpenter CTS-BD30P is a high-performance blade steel that forms numerous carbides with a fine distribution. A tempered hardness capability of HRC 58/60 combined with superior edger retention make this alloy a candidate for cutlery applications in multiple cutlery and knife market segments. This datasheet provides information on composition, physical properties, and hardness. It also includes information on corrosion and wear resistance as well as forming, heat treating, machining, and powder metal forms. Filing Code: SS-1182. Producer or source: Carpenter Specialty Alloys.