Virat Special Steels are one of the best manufacturers of the DIN 1.2738 (P20 + Ni), which is actually a kind of plastic moulded steel, especially used for the plastic injection die purposes. This manufacturer has already launched this type of injection die in the past also and that is DIN 2311.
But as progress is the law of nature, as well as the civilization, as well as of the business it has upgraded its features and outputs to the present version of the plastic mould steel- DIN 2738 (P20 + Ni). This form is actually supplied in a complete hardened form so that the buyers can use the product in multiple ways as per their necessities.
There are certain features in this supplied product from Virat Special Steels, and those are like the following ones-
- In this version of the plastic mould steel, around 1% of nickel ingredient is increased to upgrade its hardness and polishing to a higher level.
- The overall hardness is given to the product with the balanced mixture of the 280-320 HB to provide a uniform effect to its hardness, which the most important thing for the product quality.
- This product is also marked with the features of good machinability that helps its using machines comfortable to work with it.
- It is polishing ability is highly suitable for the texturing into its downstream products.
- It has ample amount of resistant to the corrosion that make it profitable for its users.
Above all, the most remarkable feature of this product ( MODIFY 2738 ) is its 360-400 BHN hardness with increase of Nickel content upto 1.5%. This level of hardness defines its high-quality feature at the matter of its long-lasting quality and durability.
This product has high demands from different industries like-
- Automobile industries
- In the industries that manufacture domestic goods
- In the industries that prepare various dies, like the dies for high finishing for the plastics
- Shoe manufacturing industries
- Press cassettes are also prepared from this product
DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) Plastic Mould Steel
DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) is a good type of steel for making big plastic moulds and other tooling parts. It is good for making die holders and tooling components that need to be tough and work well. DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) is better, than the P20 steel, which is DIN 1.2311 because it has some nickel in it. This nickel makes DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) tougher and stronger. It also makes it easier to polish. Gives it better hardness.
You can buy DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) hardened so you do not need to do any extra heat treatment. This helps people who make things because they can save time and money. They can also be sure that DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) will work well every time they use it.
The plastic mould product has already proved its relevance in the above-mentioned industries and there is a high demand for this product in the market. That is why; the manufacturers keep a keen interest in manufacturing upgraded and high durable products for their respective purposes. Besides, the durability, the finishing, and polishing of the steels from Virat Special Steels are also quite good and have gained satisfactory approvals from the customers.
Typical Applications
DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) is widely used in industries requiring high-quality plastic moulds and tooling, including:
Engineering plastic components
Plastic injection moulds
Automotive interior and exterior moulds
Blow moulds
Compression moulds
Die holders
Plastic container moulds
Household appliance moulds
Shoe sole moulds
Packaging moulds
Why Choose DIN 1.2738 from Virat Special Steels?
Virat Special Steels Pvt. Limited supplies premium-quality DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) Tool Steel sourced from reputed international mills. Every material is supplied with strict quality control to ensure reliable performance in demanding mould manufacturing applications.
Our advantages include:
Fast delivery across India
Ready stock in multiple sizes
Round bars, flat bars, forged blocks, and plates
Custom cutting and machining services
UT Tested and Spectro Tested material
Mill Test Certificates (MTC)
Technical support for material selection
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni) Tool Steel?
DIN 1.2738 steel is a type of tool steel. It is pre-hardened. Has nickel added to it. This makes it tougher and better for polishing.
2. What is DIN 1.2738 steel used for?
DIN 1.2738 steel is often used for making moulds. These moulds are for injection blow moulding and die holders.
It is also used for moulds and large mould bases.
3. What is the hardness of DIN 1.2738 steel?
The hardness of DIN 1.2738 steel is usually between 280 and 320 HB. It is supplied in this -hardened condition.
4. What is the difference, between P20 and P20+Ni steel?
P20 steel is a type of tool steel. P20+Ni steel or DIN 1.2738 has nickel. This nickel makes P20+Ni steel tougher and better for polishing than P20 steel.
The hardness of P20+Ni steel is also more uniform.
5. Does DIN 1.2738 require heat treatment?
No DIN 1.2738 steel does not need heat treatment. It is usually supplied pre-hardened and ready to use for making moulds.
