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1.6356

X2NiCoMoTi 18-12-4

1.6356 (X2NiCoMoTi 18-12-4) is a high-strength maraging steel mainly used in tool making and for highly stressed components in aerospace. You can weld it well, but note: after welding you absolutely have to age-harden it, otherwise you lose the strength.

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