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1.8974 | S700 +Q (self-quenched)

Numeric designation1.8974
Chemical designationS700
State+Q (self-quenched)
Etching3 % Nital

The steel contains a maximum of 0.12% C and is microalloyed with Nb, V, Ti and Mo. When self-quenched, a coarse, low-carbon martensite forms.