Hot Work Tool Steel
Hot Work Tool Steels are used for applications requiring strength, wear resistance and toughness at elevated temperatures. The ability to withstand thermal cycling or heart check resistance is also required.
Applications include
- Forging
- Extrusion
- Hot Upsetting
- Piercing
- Any operations involving deformation of solid hot metal at relatively high temperatures.
Temperature ranges
- Temperatures range between 600 – 2000 F (and higher for forgings).
- Tools and dies will typically be required to run at temperatures of 800-1200 F and be able to withstand thermal cycling.
Choosing the right Hot Work Tool Steel is based on the conditions of the forming process.
- Up to 1000 F – Any Hot Work tool steel
- 1100 – 1300 F – Non-Ferrous high temperature alloys may be required.
Hot Work Tool Steel Stock Sizes
The Hotwork grades below are generally available from stock. The technical data sheets for each grade are available for download.
H13
H13 is an air hardening tool steel with good toughness and high heat resistance.
Available in the following sizes:
- Round: 0.375” dia. through 24” dia.
- Flats: 0.375” thick through 8” thick
H13 ESR
H13ESR is a premium Electro Slag Remelt version of H13 with good toughness and high heat resistance.
Available in the following sizes:
- Rounds: 0.750” dia. through 13” dia.
- Flats: 4.00” thick through 8” thick
420 ESR
420 ESR stainless steel is designed for good corrosion resistance, excellent polishability, and good wear resistance.
Available in the following sizes:
- Rounds: .500" dia. through 12" dia.
- Flats: .250" thick through 12" thick
- Saw cut widths up to 24"
PSB 67
PSB 67 ESR is a premium Electro Slag Remelted air hardening tool steel with excellent toughness and excellent heat resistance.
Available in the following sizes:
- Round: 1.00” dia. through 12” dia.
M2
M2 is an air hardening high speed tool steel with excellent heat resistance and moderate toughness
Available in the following sizes:
- Rounds: 0.375” dia. through 24” dia.
- Flats: 0.375” through 3” thick
H21
H21 is an air hardening tool steel with high heat resistance and moderate toughness.
Rounds: Inquire on availability
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