{"id":1703,"date":"2026-09-30T10:19:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:19:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.viratsteel.in\/blog\/?p=1703"},"modified":"2026-09-30T10:26:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:26:16","slug":"nlmk-verona-tool-steel-db6","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.viratsteel.in\/blog\/nlmk-verona-tool-steel-db6\/","title":{"rendered":"NLMK Verona Tool Steel DB6 (DIN 1.2714): Properties, Applications &amp; Supply in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you own a forging shop, die-making unit or heavy tooling operation, you know that the difference between a die that lasts one production run and one that lasts hundreds comes down to the steel underneath it. NLMK Verona Tool Steel DB6 is one of the European grades that is increasingly being specified by Indian manufacturers for close die forging, hammer dies and heavy-impact tooling \u2013 and with good reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide will explain what NLMK Verona DB6 really is, its real composition and mechanical properties, how it machines and heat-treats, where it is used and how to decide if it is the right grade for your application \u2013 all from verified technical data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is NLMK Verona Tool Steel DB6?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NLMK Verona Tool Steel DB6 is a specialty tool steel plant of the NLMK Group, located in the north of Italy, close to Verona. The plant produces forged blocks, plates, and ingots for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tool and die applications,<\/a> and currently supplies its hot-work die steel to the Indian market under the <strong>DB6<\/strong> designation \u2014 the specific grade Virat Steels stocks and distributes from this mill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DB6 is not a proprietary or obscure code. It corresponds to well-established international standards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Designation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Standard<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DB6<\/td><td>Commercial\/trade name<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DIN 1.2714<\/td><td>German (Werkstoff) standard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AISI L6<\/td><td>American standard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AFNOR 55NCDVV7<\/td><td>French standard<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard family<\/td><td>55NiCrMoV (Cr-Ni-Mo-V alloyed hot-work steel)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To summarize, a buyer searching for \u201cNLMK Verona DB6\u201d, \u201cdb6 nmlk verona\u201d or \u201cnmlk verona die steel\u201d is looking for this specific chromium-nickel-molybdenum-vanadium alloyed hot-work die steel, a popular grade in the European and Indian tooling supply chains, now available from NLMK Verona\u2019s Italian production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chemical Composition of NLMK Verona Tool Steel<\/strong> <strong>DB6 \/ DIN 1.2714<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DB6 is a Cr-Ni-Mo-V alloy system which provides a balance of toughness and hardness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Element<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Si<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Mn<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>P<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>S<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cr<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ni<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Mo<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>V<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>% Range<\/strong><\/td><td>0.50\u20130.60<\/td><td>0.10\u20130.40<\/td><td>0.65\u20130.95<\/td><td>\u22640.03<\/td><td>\u22640.03<\/td><td>1.00\u20131.20<\/td><td>1.50\u20131.80<\/td><td>0.45\u20130.55<\/td><td>0.07\u20130.12<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DB6 has high toughness and impact resistance (compared to more common hot-work grades such as H13) and high nickel content (compared to more common hot-work grades such as H13) for exceptional toughness and impact resistance rather than pure high-temperature hardness retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mechanical Properties<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Property<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Value<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tensile Strength<\/td><td>1000\u20131400 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Yield Strength<\/td><td>1045 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Elongation<\/td><td>15%\u201320%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Impact Toughness<\/td><td>20\u201325 J\/cm\u00b2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hardness (working)<\/td><td>50\u201355 HRC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Compressive Strength<\/td><td>2500 MPa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Modulus of Elasticity<\/td><td>205 GPa<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical supply hardness ranges (depending on treatment condition):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Annealed condition:<\/strong> 255 BHN max<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hardened &amp; tempered:<\/strong> 38\u201342 HRC (die-ready condition), with tools further hardened up to 50\u201355 HRC for service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hardness variation, surface to core:<\/strong> 20\u201325 BHN<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Physical Properties<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (10\u207b\u2076 m\/m\u00b7K)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013100\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013200\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013300\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013400\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013500\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u2013600\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Value<\/strong><\/td><td>12.1<\/td><td>13.1<\/td><td>13.2<\/td><td>13.5<\/td><td>14.1<\/td><td>14.3<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Thermal Conductivity (W\/m\u00b7K)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>350\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>700\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Value<\/strong><\/td><td>35.0<\/td><td>39.0<\/td><td>36.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: Exact physical values can vary slightly with heat treatment and section size \u2014 always cross-check against the mill test certificate for critical applications.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Machinability of NLMK Verona DB6<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DB6 is easy to work and the machinability can be rated at about 90 % relative to W-group water-hardening low-alloy steels taken as the 100 % reference. This makes it much easier to machine than many high-alloy cold-work or high-speed steel grades, and still retains the toughness needed for heavy forging dies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Practical machining notes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best machined in the <strong>annealed condition<\/strong> (\u2264255 BHN) before final hardening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish machining should ideally be completed before final hardening and tempering, with only grinding\/polishing done after<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress-relief before hardening reduces distortion risk in large die blocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Heat Treatment Guide<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Process<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Parameters<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annealing<\/strong><\/td><td>Soak at 740\u2013760\u00b0C, furnace-cool at max 10\u00b0C\/hr down to 600\u00b0C, then air cool<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hardening<\/strong><\/td><td>Preheat to 650\u00b0C, raise quickly to 900\u2013950\u00b0C, quench in oil<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hardening (mill data)<\/strong><\/td><td>840\u2013880\u00b0C oil quench \u2192 57 HRC; 860\u2013900\u00b0C air quench \u2192 55 HRC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tempering<\/strong><\/td><td>Multiple tempers; hardness drops from ~56 HRC (100\u00b0C temper) to ~34 HRC (650\u00b0C temper)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stress Relieving<\/strong><\/td><td>Heat to 600\u2013650\u00b0C, soak 2 hrs per 25mm section, slow cool<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Forging<\/strong><\/td><td>Warm to 700\u00b0C, raise to 1050\u00b0C, keep forging above 800\u00b0C, cool slowly in furnace\/vermiculite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nitriding<\/strong><\/td><td>Possible after hardening + tempering; done ~50\u00b0C above nitriding temperature<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Normalizing<\/strong><\/td><td>Not recommended \u2014 DB6 is air-hardening<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Applications of NLMK Verona DB6 Tool Steel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DB6&#8217;s high toughness and impact resistance make it especially suited to <strong>heavy-impact forging applications<\/strong> rather than pure high-temperature die casting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dies for drop forging hammers &amp; mechanical presses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Die holders, cassettes, and shoe blocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot shear blades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Piston rods, cranks, and boosters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Punches and blanking\/forming dies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trimmer dies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clutch parts, pawls, shafts, knuckle pins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forming rolls, spindles, and rollers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Industries:<\/strong> Automotive component manufacturing, heavy forging, aerospace tooling, general engineering, and metalworking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Advantages of NLMK Verona DB6 Tool Steel<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Superior toughness and impact resistance<\/strong> compared to many hot-work alternatives \u2014 ideal where shock loading, not just heat, is the main stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good hardenability<\/strong> through thick sections, suited to large forging die blocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>European mill origin<\/strong> (NLMK Verona, Italy) with documented alloy composition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good machinability<\/strong> (~90% relative rating) compared to many alloy tool steels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nitriding-compatible<\/strong> for surface wear resistance without sacrificing core toughness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplied by Virat Steels with <strong>extra forging reduction, upsetting, and double tempering<\/strong> for improved ultrasonic quality in die blocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/db6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DB6 <\/a><\/strong>vs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/h13.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">H13 <\/a>vs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/hchcr-d2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">D2 <\/a>\u2014 Comparison Table<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Factor<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>DB6 (DIN 1.2714)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>H13 (DIN 1.2344)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>D2 (Cold Work)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category<\/td><td>Hot-work, high-toughness<\/td><td>Hot-work, high-temp hardness<\/td><td>Cold-work, high wear resistance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key strength<\/td><td>Toughness &amp; impact resistance<\/td><td>Thermal fatigue resistance<\/td><td>Abrasion\/wear resistance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Typical hardness<\/td><td>50\u201355 HRC<\/td><td>~50 HRC<\/td><td>58\u201362 HRC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best suited to<\/td><td>Hammer\/press forging dies, shock loading<\/td><td>Die casting, extrusion dies<\/td><td>Blanking, punching, cold forming<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Machinability<\/td><td>Good (~90% rating)<\/td><td>Good<\/td><td>Moderate (high alloy content)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nickel content<\/td><td>High (1.5\u20131.8%)<\/td><td>None<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Choose Between NLMK Verona Tool Steel <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/db6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DB6 <\/a>(and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Other Grades<\/a>)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Is your tooling exposed to repeated impact\/shock loading?<\/strong> DB6 is specifically strong here \u2014 hammer forging and heavy press dies benefit most from its toughness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is your process purely high-temperature (die casting, hot extrusion) with less shock?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/h13.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">H13 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/din-2344.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(DIN 1.2344<\/a>) may be a better fit than DB6 due to superior thermal fatigue resistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What supply condition do you need?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viratsteels.com\/db6-and-h13-steel-supplier-in-faridabad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DB6 <\/a>is available annealed or hardened &amp; tempered \u2014 confirm this at order stage based on your in-house heat treatment capability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What section size does your die need?<\/strong> Large forged blocks require good through-thickness hardenability \u2014 DB6&#8217;s alloy design supports this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do you need surface hardening?<\/strong> DB6 can be nitrided after hardening\/tempering for improved wear resistance while keeping core toughness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do you need ultrasonic-tested quality die blocks?<\/strong> Ask specifically for extra forging reduction and double-tempered blocks \u2014 Virat Steels supplies DB6 this way for critical forging applications.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Source NLMK Verona DB6 Through Virat Steels?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NLMK Verona origin DB6\/DIN 1.2714 Steel &#8211; Official stockist and supplier\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PAN-India supply network covering major forging &amp; auto hubs (Ahmedabad, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, Ludhiana etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flat, square, and round bar available in project-based quantities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra forging reduction and double tempering for improved ultrasonic quality on die blocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical support to confirm the right grade \u2014 DB6 vs H13 vs other die steels \u2014 for your specific application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. What is NLMK Verona Tool Steel DB6?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>It is a Cr-Ni-Mo-V alloyed hot-work die steel (DIN 1.2714 \/ AISI L6) produced by NLMK Verona, Italy and supplied in India by Virat Steels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. What is DB6 steel equivalent to?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> DB6 is commonly equivalent to DIN 1.2714, AISI L6, and AFNOR 55NCDVV7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. What is the hardness of DB6 steel?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Working hardness is typically 50\u201355 HRC after hardening and tempering; annealed condition is supplied at 255 BHN max.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Is DB6 better than H13 steel?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>DB6 provides higher toughness and impact resistance, hence better suited for heavy forging, whereas H13 is more suitable for high temperature hot-work processes such as die casting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Which steel is better for hammer forging dies?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> DB6 is generally preferred for hammer forging dies due to its superior toughness and shock resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. What is the chemical composition of DB6?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Approximately 0.50\u20130.60% C, 1.00\u20131.20% Cr, 1.50\u20131.80% Ni, 0.45\u20130.55% Mo, and 0.07\u20130.12% V.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Can DB6 steel be welded or re-hardened?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Yes, but it must be done carefully \u2014 with stress tempering for pre-hardened condition \u2014 to avoid cracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Is DB6 steel suitable for hot work applications?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Yes, DB6 performs well in hot-work applications due to its strength and toughness at elevated stress conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. What is the machinability of DB6 steel?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> DB6 rates roughly 90% machinability relative to W-group water-hardening steels (100% baseline) \u2014 considered good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10. Should DB6 be normalized?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> No \u2014 DB6 is air-hardening and should not be normalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>11. Can DB6 be nitrided?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Yes, after hardening and tempering, at approximately 50\u00b0C above the intended nitriding temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>12. What shapes is NLMK Verona DB6 available in?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Flat, square, and round bar, supplied by Virat Steels across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13. Does Virat Steels supply NLMK Verona DB6 in India?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Yes, Virat Steels is a stockist and supplier of NLMK Verona-origin DB6\/DIN 1.2714 tool steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>14. What industries use DB6 tool steel?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Automotive components, heavy forging, aerospace tooling and general engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>15. What is the forging temperature range for DB6?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat to 700\u00b0C and then raise rapidly to 1050\u00b0C. Keep forging temperature above 800\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>16. What\u2019s the distinction between DB6 and DIN 2713?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;The DIN 2713 is improved for better die performance and is called DIN 2714 (DB6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>17. What tensile and yield strength does DB6 offer?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Tensile strength 1000\u20131400 MPa, yield strength ~1045 MPa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>18. Does DB6 require oil or air quenching?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Both are used. Oil quenching at 840-880 \u00b0C gives ~57 HRC. Air quenching at 860-900 \u00b0C gives ~55 HRC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>19. What documentation should I request when ordering NLMK Verona DB6?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Always request a mill test certificate (MTC) confirming the heat\/batch chemical composition and mechanical test results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>20. Where can I buy NLMK Verona DB6 tool steel in India?<br><\/strong> Virat Steels supplies and stocks NLMK Verona DB6\/DIN 1.2714 steel PAN-India, including to Gurugram, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteel.in\/locations\/tool-and-die-steels-suppliers-in-delhi-ncr\/\">Delhi NCR<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteel.in\/locations\/tool-and-die-steel-supplier-in-pune\/\">Pune<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteel.in\/locations\/tool-and-die-steel-supplier-in-chennai\/\">Chennai<\/a>, and other major industrial hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viratsteels.com\/nlmk-verona-tool-steel-tough-stable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NLMK Verona Tool Steel<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/db6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DB6 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/din-2714.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(DIN 1.2714<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/aisi-l6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AISI L6)<\/a> is the best solution for one simple reason: toughness where it counts \u2013 in heavy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/serving-industries.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">forging dies <\/a>subject to repeated shock loading. Its Cr-Ni-Mo-V alloy design, excellent machinability and good hardenability make it a preferred choice for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/serving-industries.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> forging shops and die<\/a> makers across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Need <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viratsteels.com\/european-die-steels-for-longer-tool-life-backed-by-nlmk-verona-italy-virat-steels-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NLMK Verona<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/db6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DB6 <\/a>die blocks, flats, squares, or round bars for your next forging project?<\/strong> Get in touch with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viratsteels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virat Steels <\/a>\u2014 share your drawing and section size requirement, and our team will confirm grade, stock availability, and delivery timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcde +91-98140 21775 | \u2709\ufe0f info@viratsteels.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you own a forging shop, die-making unit or heavy tooling operation, you know that the difference between a die that lasts one production run and one that lasts hundreds comes down to the steel underneath it. 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