Related Specifications
- BS S143
 - BS 3S144
 - BS S145
 - FV520B
 - DEFSTAN 95-14
 
Properties
Chemical Composition
| Chemical Element | % Present | 
|---|---|
Carbon (C)  | 0.00 - 0.08  | 
Chromium (Cr)  | 13.20 - 14.70  | 
Nickel (Ni)  | 5.00 - 5.80  | 
Manganese (Mn)  | 0.00 - 1.00  | 
Phosphorous (P)  | 0.00 - 0.04  | 
Sulphur (S)  | 0.00 - 0.03  | 
Silicon (Si)  | 0.00 - 0.60  | 
Niobium (Columbium) (Nb)  | 0.10 - 0.40  | 
Molybdenum (Mo)  | 1.20 - 2.00  | 
Copper (Cu)  | 1.20 - 2.00  | 
Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical Property | Value | 
|---|---|
Tensile Strength  | 1130-1330 MPa  | 
Elongation A50 mm  | 12 %  | 
Hardness Brinell  | 341 HB  | 
Tensile Strength  | 1030 N/mm2  | 
Applications
- Aerospace components
 - Military components
 - High technology applications
 - Automotive components
 - Industrial bearings
 - Precision parts
 
Characteristics
- High strength alloy
 - Heat treated for added tensile strength
 - Identical chemical composition to S143 but greater strength alloy
 - Moderate to good corrosion resistance
 

