13-8MoPH

13-8MoPH

13-8Mo PH is a martensitic precipitation-hardening stainless steel with a typical composition of 13% Cr - 8% Ni - 2.2% Mo - 1.1% Al, one of the most balanced grades in the precipitation-hardening stainless steel series. Characterized by a martensitic matrix combined with precipitation-hardening precipitates, this alloy offers high strength, excellent toughness, and good corrosion resistance. After solution treatment and aging, 13-8Mo PH exhibits extremely high strength (tensile strength ≥ 965 MPa, with some heat treatments reaching over 1400 MPa). Its corrosion resistance surpasses that of 17-4PH (630), particularly excelling in high-stress corrosion environments. Widely used in demanding applications where high strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance are critical, such as aerospace, oil and gas, nuclear industry, medical devices, and chemical processing equipment. Compared to 17-4PH, 13-8Mo PH provides superior stress corrosion cracking resistance, higher toughness, and better low-temperature properties, making it an advanced upgrade material for replacing 17-4PH. The product complies with international standards including ASTM A705, ASTM A564, AMS 5629, and UNS S13800.
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Technical Parameters

Products Features

High-Temperature Oxidation Resistance

High strength matched with good toughness (core advantage)

The core advantage of 13-8Mo PH lies in its combination of extremely high strength and excellent toughness. After solution treatment and aging, its tensile strength is ≥ 965 MPa (over 1400 MPa for H950 aging), yield strength ≥ 860 MPa, elongation ≥ 10%, and good reduction of area. Its fracture toughness and stress corrosion cracking resistance are significantly superior to those of 17-4PH, offering higher toughness reserve at the same strength level. This characteristic makes it an ideal material for highly demanding applications such as aerospace structural components, oil and gas downhole tools, and nuclear industry parts, where safety and reliability are critical.

High-Temperature Corrosion Resistance

Excellent stress corrosion cracking resistance

The stress corrosion cracking (SCC) resistance of 13-8Mo PH is its most significant advantage over 17-4PH. In chloride-containing environments and acidic environments with hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), the SCC resistance of 13-8Mo PH is far superior to that of 17-4PH. The combination of a martensitic matrix with the addition of molybdenum (Mo) effectively enhances the stability of the passive film and reduces susceptibility to hydrogen embrittlement. This alloy also complies with the NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 standard, making it suitable for acidic oil and gas environments containing hydrogen sulfide. This characteristic makes it an ideal material selection for applications such as offshore platforms, oil and gas processing equipment, and chemical plants where chloride ions, H₂S, and stress coexist.

High Stability

Good corrosion resistance

13-8Mo PH exhibits excellent resistance to uniform corrosion and pitting in seawater, chloride solutions, and atmospheric environments due to a dense, stable, and self-healing Cr₂O₃ oxide film formed spontaneously on its surface. Its corrosion resistance surpasses that of 17-4PH (630), particularly in high-stress corrosion environments. It also demonstrates good corrosion resistance in media such as nitric acid, organic acids, and alkaline solutions. This property makes it an ideal material choice for applications with high corrosion resistance requirements, including marine engineering, chemical processing equipment, and medical devices.

Good Processability

Good welding performance

13-8Mo PH exhibits good weldability and can be connected using various welding methods such as TIG, MIG, and SMAW. During welding, strict control of heat input and interpass temperature is required to prevent grain coarsening in the heat-affected zone and precipitation of harmful phases. Post-welding, solution treatment followed by aging is typically necessary to restore the strength and corrosion resistance of the weld area. It is recommended to use matching filler materials (e.g., 13-8Mo PH wire of the same composition) to ensure that the weld properties are not lower than those of the base material.

High-Temperature Oxidation Resistance

Good hot working and cold working properties

13-8Mo PH exhibits excellent hot working properties and can be formed through hot forging, hot rolling, hot extrusion, and other hot working processes within a temperature range of 950-1150°C. After hot working, solution treatment (approximately 1010-1050°C) is required to achieve optimal hardenability and subsequent aging response. The alloy's cold working properties are superior to those of 17-4PH, allowing for cold bending, cold rolling, stamping, and other forming operations. However, it has a higher tendency for work hardening compared to austenitic stainless steels. Intermediate annealing is recommended when cold deformation exceeds 5-10%.

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition (ASTM A564 / UNS S13800)

 

Element

Standard Requirements

Notes

Cr

12.25 - 13.25%

Core elements that form a dense passivation film to provide corrosion resistance; martensite-forming elements

Ni

7.5 - 8.5%

Austenite stabilizing elements that enhance toughness and resistance to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) performance

Mo

2.0 - 2.5%

Enhance resistance to pitting corrosion and stress corrosion cracking, and improve the stability of the passive film

Al

0.90 - 1.35%

Precipitate and strengthen elements, forming NiAl precipitates with Ni to provide high strength

Mn

≤ 0.10%

Strict control to prevent adverse effects on toughness and corrosion resistance

Si

≤ 0.10%

Strict control

C

≤ 0.05%

Strictly control to prevent the precipitation of carbides, which can damage corrosion resistance and toughness

P

≤ 0.010%

Impurity elements, strictly controlled

S

≤ 0.008%

Impurity elements, strictly controlled to prevent hot brittleness

Fe

Remaining quantity (≈ 73.5%)

Matrix element

Physical Properties

 

Property

Value/Range

Test Conditions

Density

7.74 g/cm³

Room Temperature (20°C)

Melting Point

≈ 1420°C

-

Thermal Conductivity

≈ 16 W/(m·K)

Room Temperature

Coefficient of thermal expansion

(20-100°C)

≈ 10.8 × 10⁻⁶ /K

-

Resistivity

≈ 0.80 μΩ·m

Room Temperature

Elastic modulus (Young's modulus)

190 - 200 GPa

Room Temperature

Poisson's ratio

0.27 - 0.30

Room Temperature

Magnetism

Ferromagnetic

Martensitic structure has magnetic properties

Mechanical Properties (Solution-treated and aged, typical values, ASTM A564)

 

Property

H950 typical time value

Typical H1000 Time Value

Implementation standards

Tensile Strength

≥ 1400 MPa

≥ 1170 MPa

ASTM A564

Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)

≥ 1340 MPa

≥ 1100 MPa

ASTM A564

Elongation

≥ 8%

≥ 12%

ASTM A564

Reduction of cross-sectional area

≥ 25%

≥ 35%

-

Hardness (Rockwell C)

≈ 45 - 47 HRC

≈ 40 - 42 HRC

-

Impact Toughness (Charpy V-notch)

20 - 35 J

40 - 65 J

-

Note: The combination of strength and toughness of 13-8Mo PH is superior to that of 17-4PH (630), offering higher toughness and SCC resistance at the same strength level. Specific properties can be adjusted according to the customer-specified aging temperatures (H950, H1000, H1050, H1100, H1150). As the aging temperature increases, strength decreases slightly, but toughness and SCC resistance improve.

Corrosion Resistance (Typical Value)

 

Medium

Concentration

Temperature

Corrosion rate

Rating

Seawater

-

Room temperature to high temperature

Ignored

Excellent

Chloride solution (salt water)

-

High temperature

Ignored

Excellent

Nitric acid (HNO₃)

≤ 40%

Room Temperature

<0.05

Excellent

Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄)

≤ 20%

Room Temperature

<0.1

Good

Hydrochloric acid (HCl)

Low concentration

Room Temperature

<0.1

Good

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH)

-

Room Temperature

Ignored

Excellent

Organic acids (such as acetic acid, citric acid, etc.)

-

Room Temperature

Ignored

Excellent

Wet Chlorine Gas

-

Room Temperature

Ignored

Excellent

Note: The corrosion resistance of 13-8Mo PH is superior to that of 17-4PH (630) in most environments, particularly in high-stress corrosion environments. It exhibits excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in chloride and H₂S environments, but its corrosion resistance is limited in extreme strongly reducing media such as high-temperature concentrated hydrochloric acid and hydrofluoric acid. In hydrogen-containing environments, hydrogen embrittlement sensitivity should be carefully evaluated.

High-temperature performance

 
 

High-temperature strength retention:

13-8Mo PH maintains high strength at moderate temperatures (H1000 aged condition):

Temperature

Tensile Strength (MPa)

Performance retention rate

Room Temperature (20°C)

≥ 1170

100%

200°C

≈ 1070

≥ 91%

300°C

≈ 1000

≥ 85%

400°C

≈ 900

≥ 77%

Long-term thermal stability and microstructural stability:

13-8Mo PH exhibits good microstructural stability and stable precipitation-hardening phases when in long-term service at temperatures ≤ 300°C.

Note: Prolonged exposure at 300-450°C may lead to over-aging, resulting in a decrease in strength, and thus long-term use in this temperature range is not recommended. At temperatures above 500°C, the precipitate phases begin to coarsen, causing a significant reduction in strength.

Antioxidant Performance:

13-8Mo PH can form a protective oxide layer below 650°C. For long-term service at higher temperatures, it is recommended to evaluate oxidation weight gain and performance degradation.

Heat treatment system

The heat treatment of 13-8Mo PH has a decisive impact on the final microstructure and properties, with common specifications as follows:

1. Solution treatment (for obtaining optimal hardenability and subsequent aging response):

Heat to 1010-1050°C, hold for a sufficient time (approximately 15-30 minutes per inch of thickness), then oil quench or air cool. This prepares a uniform martensitic structure for subsequent aging.

2. Timely Processing (for obtaining the required strength grade):

Heat to 480-620°C (H950-H1150), hold for 4-8 hours, then air cool. Precipitate NiAl precipitates to obtain a combination of target strength and toughness.

Aging Condition

Temperature

Typical tensile strength

Application scenarios

H950

480-495°C

≥ 1400 MPa

Highest strength requirements

H1000

540-555°C

≥ 1170 MPa

A balance of high strength and good toughness

H1050

565-580°C

≥ 1100 MPa

High toughness + good strength

H1100

595-610°C

≥ 1030 MPa

Best anti-SCC performance

H1150

620-635°C

≥ 965 MPa

Highest toughness and SCC resistance performance

Note:

Heat treatment should be carried out under vacuum or inert gas protection to prevent surface oxidation and decarburization.

Deviation in temperature and time can significantly affect the final mechanical properties and must be strictly controlled.

It is recommended to perform pickling or passivation after heat treatment to remove surface scale.

Comparison of Magnetic Properties and Application Selection

Performance indicators

13-8Mo PH

17-4PH (630)

15-5PH

Tensile Strength (MPa)

≥ 1170-1400

≥ 1100-1310

≥ 1060-1310

Yield Strength (MPa)

≥ 1100-1340

≥ 1000-1170

≥ 1000-1170

Elongation (%)

≥ 8-12

≥ 10-15

≥ 10-15

Anti-SCC Performance

Superior (better than 17-4PH)

General

Good

Fracture toughness

Superior (better than 17-4PH)

Good

Good

Low-temperature performance

Excellent

General

General

Corrosion Resistance

Better than 17-4PH

Good

Good

Magnetism

Ferromagnetism

Ferromagnetism

Ferromagnetism

Selection suggestions

Primarily used for applications with comprehensive requirements of high strength, high toughness, and SCC resistance: aerospace, oil and gas, nuclear industry, medical devices

Primarily used in general high-intensity corrosion resistant environments

Primarily used in medium strength and good toughness environments

Applicable Media

1. Seawater and chloride solutions: Excellent resistance to pitting corrosion, crevice corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.

2. Oxidizing acids: Such as nitric acid (≤40%), with excellent corrosion resistance.

3. Moderately concentrated reducing acids: Such as sulfuric acid (≤20%).

4. Organic acids: Acetic acid, citric acid, formic acid, etc.

5. Alkaline solutions: Sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, etc.

6. Chloride-containing oil and gas media: Petroleum and natural gas production and processing environments, compliant with NACE MR0175 standard (depending on service conditions).

7. High-temperature water vapor (temperature limitations should be observed).

Note: 13-8Mo PH is not resistant to extreme strongly reducing media such as hydrofluoric acid and high-temperature concentrated hydrochloric acid. In hydrogen-containing environments, hydrogen embrittlement sensitivity should be carefully evaluated.

Steel Plate Processing
Steel Coil Processing
Steel Pipe Processing
Steel Bar Processing
 

13-8Mo PH is suitable for harsh conditions with comprehensive requirements for extremely high strength, high toughness, and resistance to stress corrosion cracking (SCC), and is recommended for use in the following fields:

 

Application Fields

  •  

    Aerospace
    ● Aircraft structural components, landing gear parts, hydraulic actuators
    ● Engine accessories, fasteners, missile casings
    ● Spacecraft structural components

  •  

    Oil and Natural Gas Industry (Core Applications)
    ● Downhole tools (drill pipe joints, packers, safety valves)
    ● Wellhead equipment, valves, pipe fittings, flanges
    ● Acid medium treatment equipment (resistant to H₂S and CO₂ corrosion), compliant with NACE MR0175 standard
    ● Marine platform fasteners, high-pressure pipeline systems

  •  

    The nuclear industry
    ● Nuclear Reactor Control Rod Drive Mechanism Components
    ● Nuclear fuel processing equipment
    ● Nuclear-grade fasteners and structural components

  •  

    Medical and Biomedical Engineering
    ● Orthopedic implants (hip stems, knee components)
    ● Surgical instruments
    ● Dental tools

  •  

    Chemical Engineering and Petrochemical Engineering
    ● High-pressure valves, pump shafts, fasteners
    ● Heat exchangers, reactor internals
    ● Pipeline system for conveying corrosive media

  •  

    Offshore engineering
    ● Deep-sea equipment structural components, ship fasteners
    ● Marine water pump valve components

  •  

    Automobiles and High-Performance Industry
    ● High-performance springs, valve springs
    ● Engine connecting rods, lightweight transmission components
    ● Racing fasteners

Delivery and Customization

We offer flexible and reliable supply chain solutions to ensure you receive 13-8Mo PH materials that perfectly match your project requirements.

Form

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Sheet/Plate
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Bar/Rod
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Pipe / Tube
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Strip/Sheet Coil
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Wire/Wire Rod

Conventional Range

Thickness: 0.5 - 100 mm
Width: ≤ 1500 mm

Diameter Φ6-500mm

Outer diameter Φ10-300mm

Thickness: 0.05 – 3.0 mm
Width: 10 - 600 mm

Diameter Φ0.5-10mm

Customization Capability

Hot-rolled or cold-rolled plates, ultra-thin plates (starting from 0.1mm), stamped parts, length-cutting to specified dimensions, special surface treatments (pickling, polishing)

Forged bars, hot-rolled bars, polished bars, shaped bars, and different heat-treated conditions (solution-treated, H950-H1150 aged conditions)

Seamless tubes/ welded tubes, fixed-length cutting

Precision strip materials, stamping coil stock, laminated blanking, non-standard width, special protective film

Precision drawing, welding filler wire, special surface treatment

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FAQ

Q: What are the main advantages of 13-8Mo PH?

 

Q: What is the difference between 13-8Mo PH and 17-4PH (630)? How to choose?

 

Q: What is the maximum usage temperature for 13-8Mo PH?

 

Q: What is the welding performance of 13-8Mo PH?

 

Q: Can 13-8Mo PH replace 17-4PH?

 

 

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