Atomfair 15-5PH Stainless Steel Powder

15-5PH is a low-carbon, high-chromium precipitation-hardening stainless steel. It precipitates ε-Cu, NbC via Cu, Nb during aging, offering excellent dimensional stability and mechanical properties. Suitable for SLM, used in aerospace parts, fasteners, valves, gears and pumps.

Description

Atomfair 15-5PH Stainless Steel Powder

Low-carbon, high-chromium precipitation-hardening stainless steel powder with excellent dimensional stability, designed for additive manufacturing and powder metallurgy applications.

Chemical Composition (wt.%)

Element Specification
Fe Balance
C ≤0.07
Si ≤1.0
Mn ≤1.0
Cr 14.5–15.5
Ni 3.5–5.5
Nb 0.15–0.45
Cu 2.5–4.5
P ≤0.015
S ≤0.015
N ≤0.1

Physical Properties

Parameter Specification
D10 (μm) ≥15
D50 (μm) 30–40
D90 (μm) ≤56
Sphericity ≥0.9
Apparent Density (g/cm³) ≥4.0
Tapped Density (g/cm³) ≥4.5
Flowability (s/50g) ≤20

Mechanical Properties

Condition Tensile Strength (MPa) Yield Strength (MPa) Elongation (%)
As-deposited ≥1130 ≥1050 ≥17.0
Heat-treated ≥1450 ≥1130 ≥14.0

Applications

Ideal for high-performance components requiring excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, and dimensional stability, including:
  • Aerospace structural components
  • Precision fasteners
  • Industrial valves, gears, and pumps
  • Medical devices and tooling

Processing Method

Suitable for Selective Laser Melting (SLM) and other additive manufacturing processes.