Material 1.8550 (34CrAlNi7-10) is among the top nitriding steels when it comes to extreme load-bearing capacity and wear resistance. Its key advantage is a combination that is hard to surpass in mechanical engineering.
Through the nitriding process, 1.8550 achieves an exceptionally high surface hardness of up to 950 HV, while its core deliberately remains tough and resilient. In other words: extremely hard on the outside, durable and tough on the inside. Exactly what highly stressed components require.
This characteristic makes the material ideal for applications where friction, pressure, and continuous loads are part of everyday operation. Whether used for gears, shafts, or engine components, 1.8550 delivers long service life and maximum operational reliability.
The result is a material that not only lives up to its promises but also excels in applications where others reach their limits.