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Tool Steel
Industrial Durability Powerhouse
Carbon and alloy steels with incredible hardness, abrasion resistance, and the ability to hold a cutting edge at extremely high temperatures. The heavyweight champion of CNC machining.
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Technical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness (Heat Treated) | 50 – 66 | HRC |
| Density | 7.7 – 8.1 | g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | 600 – 2000+ | MPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 20 – 45 | W/m·K |
Key Advantages
- ✓ Extreme hardness up to 66 HRC after heat treatment
- ✓ Superior abrasion and wear resistance
- ✓ Maintains cutting edge at high temperatures
- ✓ Multiple series for different applications (W, A, D, M, H)
Applications
- ● Stamping dies
- ● Mold cores
- ● Industrial blades
- ● Drill bits
- ● Forging dies
Available Manufacturing Processes
Hard Milling/Turning EDM Vacuum Heat Treatment PVD Coating
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