What Are Aluminium Extrusions Dies?

Extrusion dies are specialized tools used in the extrusion process to shape molten aluminum into desired profiles with specific cross-sectional dimensions. These dies are designed and manufactured with precision to ensure accurate and consistent production of aluminum profiles.

Virat Special Steels offers high-quality H13 Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel . H13 is a versatile hot work tool steel known for its excellent combination of heat resistance, hardness, and toughness. 

Application Areas Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel :

  1. Die Casting: H13 Aluminium Extrusion is highly recommended for aluminum pressure die casting due to its exceptional performance under high working temperatures and pressure.
  1. Forging Dies: It withstands rapid cooling and early heat testing, making it suitable for forging applications.
  1. Plastic Moulds: H13 Aluminium Extrusion is used in injection molding with high polishability.

Quality Assurance:

Virat Special Steels ensures that H13 Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel is fully ultrasonic inspected with 100% positive results as per NDT standards. It meets the requirements for safety and reliability.

Expertise and Inventory:

With over five decades of experience, Virat Special Steels has a reputation for providing accurate and timely service.They maintain ready stock in their steel yards, offering immediate availability.

Choose Virat Special Steels for your H13 Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel needs, and experience quality and reliability! 

Our Supply Network Across India

We supply H13DB6H11H12H10 and H21  , Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel across major industrial hubs — DelhiGurugramFaridabadNoidaGhaziabadJaipuragraAhmedabadVadodaraSuratRajkotMumbaiPuneNashikIndoreBhopalRudrapur , ChennaiCoimbatoreHyderabadKolkataJamshedpurSecunderabad and Nellore — with standard and custom sizes, cut-to-size material, annealed or heat-treated condition, and material test certificates as required.

Looking for a reliable tool & die steel supplier in India?

Contact Virat Special Steels:

 +91 98140-21775
 www.viratsteels.com
 ✉ info@viratsteels.com



Frequently Asked Questions

1. What steel is commonly used for Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel ?
H13 hot work tool steel is widely used for aluminium extrusion dies because it offers a good balance of hot strength, toughness, and wear resistance.

2. Why is H13 suitable for Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel ?
H13 retains its mechanical properties at elevated temperatures and can withstand repeated heating and cooling during extrusion operations.

3. What is the hardness of H13 Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel ?
The required hardness depends on the die design and application, but H13 is commonly heat-treated to achieve a hardness suitable for demanding extrusion work.

4. Can H13 steel be used for aluminium extrusion tooling?
Yes. H13 is commonly selected for extrusion dies, mandrels, tooling components, and other applications exposed to high temperatures and thermal cycling.

5. Is heat treatment important for H13 extrusion dies?
Yes. Proper hardening and tempering are important to develop the required hardness, toughness, dimensional stability, and service performance.

6. What affects the service life of an aluminium extrusion die?
Die design, steel quality, heat treatment, operating temperature, extrusion conditions, surface treatment, and maintenance can all influence die life.

7. Is ESR H13 better for extrusion dies?
ESR H13 can offer improved cleanliness and a more uniform microstructure, which may be beneficial for demanding extrusion applications where die performance and reliability are important.

8. Can H13 be supplied in custom sizes?
Yes. H13 can be supplied in different forms and sizes, including forged blocks, round bars, and cut-to-size sections, depending on stock availability and requirements.

9. What quality documents should I request when buying H13 steel?
For critical tooling, buyers may request a material test certificate (MTC), heat number traceability, chemical analysis, and ultrasonic testing reports where applicable.

10. How do I choose the right H13 steel for an Aluminium Extrusion Die Steel ?
Consider the extrusion material, die size and design, operating temperature, production volume, required hardness, heat-treatment condition, and quality requirements before selecting the material.