CUSTOM 455 PER STRYKER MS0091
CUSTOM 455 per Stryker MS0091 is a medical material specification issued by Stryker that requires Custom 455 stainless steel. Custom 455 is a high-strength precipitation hardening stainless steel known for its exceptional strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
To produce an alloy with these characteristics, Custom 455 is melted in a vacuum process to ensure purity and mechanical properties. When supplied in accordance with Stryker’s MS0091 specification, Custom 455 meets critical chemistry, processing, and traceability standards to ensure reliability in critical medical device applications.
Applications of CUSTOM 455 PER STRYKER MS0091
It is commonly selected for surgical instruments that must resist high strength, durability, and corrosion resistance after repeated sterilization procedures.
This stainless steel is also used in medical fasteners and precision parts where dependable strength, dimensional stability, and traceability are critical.
Furthermore, Custom 455 stainless steel, or Stryker MS0091, is suitable for use in components that are part of orthopedic tools and medical equipment assemblies.
What is Custom 450 Stainless Steel ?
Custom 455 stainless steel possesses superior mechanical properties and good corrosion resistance, making it a suitable material for demanding medical manufacturing environments. This material has been made to CUSTOM 455 specifications, meeting Stryker MS0091 requirements and quality standards critical to medical devices.
450/455/465 Custom STAINLESS STEEL SPECIFICATIONS
CUSTOM 450
Martensitic stainless steel for general-purpose high-strength applications.
CUSTOM 455
Age-hardenable stainless steel with improved toughness and corrosion resistance.
CUSTOM 465
High-strength, precipitation-hardenable stainless steel for critical load-bearing parts.
Certified Material for Critical Service
Custom 450, 455, and 465 stainless steels are certified for critical service applications where reliability, safety, and performance are paramount. Each heat lot is accompanied by full mill certification, ensuring chemical composition, mechanical properties, and heat treatment meet stringent standards. These certifications comply with aerospace and medical industry requirements, making them suitable for:
- Aircraft components – turbine blades, shafts, and structural parts
- High-performance industrial applications – gas and steam turbines
All certified materials are traceable to Carpenter Technology Corporation’s proprietary production process, guaranteeing consistent quality and performance under demanding conditions.