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1.1 This specification covers the chemistry requirements for wrought stainless steels used for the manufacture of surgical instruments. The data contained in Tables 1-4 of this specification, including typical hardness values, common heat treating cycles, and examples of selected stainless steels that have been used for surgical instruments, is provided for reference only. Mechanical property requirements, heat treating requirements, hardness requirements and all other requirements except chemistry are governed by the appropriate material standards as referenced below or as agreed upon between the purchaser and supplier.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

Keywords

austenitic; ferritic; instruments; martensitic; precipitation hardenable; stainless steel; surgical; ICS Number Code 11.040.30 (Surgical instruments and materials)

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13.01 (Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices)

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11.040.30 (Surgical instruments and materials Including surgical dressings, sutures, etc.)

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