Chakan MIDC, located near Pune in Maharashtra, is a prominent industrial area well known for its manufacturing ,engineering , pharmaceuticals sectors with industrial growth due to its strategic location, good infrastructure, and connectivity to major cities like Pune and Mumbai. Also knon as Auto Hub Center of India.
Chakan’s industries, particularly in automotive and manufacturing sectors, creates a excellent demand for tool and die steels for producing molds, dies, and various tooling components used in manufacturing processes.
In these sectors consistently Virat Special Steels stand out as a leading supplier of tool , die steel , plastic mold steel, high-speed steel, and alloy steel in Chakan driving growth and efficiency their value-added services, such as material machining, cut pieces, and tailor-made materials, cater to diverse industrial needs. Moreover, their commitment to providing metallurgical advice by their expertise and quality assurance sets them apart as a reliable and incredible supplier.
Product List
- 1. DIE STEEL ( HH 370 – 410 BHN ) (DB6 / DIN-1.2714 / AISI L6 )
- 2. HOT WORK STEELS (DIN 2343, 2344 / AISI H11, H13)
- 3. PLASTIC MOULD STEELS (DIN 2738, 2311 , AISI P 20 )
- 4. HIGH SPEED STEELS (DIN 3243 , 3343 / AISI M2 , M35)
- 5. COLD WORK STEELS – HCHCr. (DIN 2379 , 2080 / AISI D2 , D3)
- 6. ALLOY STEELS, EN-SERIES ETC.
Our state-of-the-art plants in Gurugram and Ludhiana ensure top-notch production. Cutting-edge technology, skilled workforce, and rigorous quality control—Virat Special Steels delivers excellence!
Here, they also have an impressive fully equipped quality assurance and process examination facility. This includes a laboratory for analyzing steel by conducting both chemical tests and spectrometry; ultrasonic examination and hardness testing on Vickers, Rockwell and Brinell scales. This adds value for their clientele by allowing for them to select the most appropriate type of steel readily available for their specific application; and also allows them to examine options and in the long haul optimize costs.
As par in terms of Quality, Price & Services with steels of the same grade from multinational companies such as Buderus, DEW, SWG Groditz, Nippon, Sanyo, Gloria, BGH, Kind & Co, Swiss Steel, S&B Steel, Hitachi Steel. Virat Special Steels also offer “Make In INDIA” products at competitive prices, great quality, and prompt servicing to increase & improve CPC (Cost Per Component) for their customers.
The company offer also “Make In INDIA” products at competitive prices, great quality, and prompt servicing to increase & improve CPC (Cost Per Component) for their customers by providing essential materials required for aluminum extrusion tooling , drop forging applications etc .
Frequently Asked Questions :
1. Why is Chakan MIDC a major hub for tool and die steel?
Chakan MIDC is one of India’s largest automotive and engineering manufacturing clusters. Industries involved in automotive, forging, die casting, plastic molding, and precision engineering require premium tool steels for dies, molds, punches, and tooling applications.
2. Which tool steel grades are commonly used in Chakan industries?
The most widely used tool steel grades in Chakan MIDC include DB6 (DIN 1.2714), H13 (DIN 1.2344), H11 (DIN 1.2343), P20 (DIN 1.2311), P20+Ni (DIN 1.2738), D2 (DIN 1.2379), D3 (DIN 1.2080), and M2 & M35 High Speed Steel for tooling, molds, dies, and precision manufacturing.
3. Which industries in Chakan use tool steel?
Tool steel is extensively used in automotive, plastic molding, aluminum extrusion, forging, die casting, aerospace, railway, precision engineering, and general manufacturing industries.
4. Why choose Virat Special Steels in Chakan MIDC?
Virat Special Steels offers 70+ years of experience, 3,500+ tons of ready stock, imported & Indian tool steels, UT & Spectro tested material, MTC certification, custom cut sizes, machining services, technical support, and fast PAN India delivery.
5. Do you supply imported tool steels?
Yes. We supply imported tool steels from leading international mills along with premium Indian grades to meet various industrial requirements.
6. What is DB6 (DIN 1.2714) steel used for?
DB6 is widely used for:
Drop Forging Dies
Hammer Dies
Press Tools
Heavy Forging Applications
Aluminum Extrusion Tooling
7. What is the hardness of DB6 steel?
DB6 is generally supplied in the hardness range of 370–410 BHN, providing excellent toughness and wear resistance.
8. What is H13 steel mainly used for?
H13 is ideal for:
Die Casting Dies
Extrusion Dies
Hot Forging Dies
Hot Shear Blades
Pressure Die Casting
9. What is the difference between H11 and H13 tool steel?
H13 offers better wear resistance and hot hardness, while H11 provides higher toughness and better resistance to thermal cracking.
10. Which steel is best for plastic injection molds?
DIN 1.2738 (P20+Ni), DIN 1.2311 (P20), and pre-hardened plastic mold steels are widely preferred for plastic injection molds.
11. Which steel grade is best for cold work applications?
D2 and D3 tool steels are excellent choices for punches, blanking dies, shear blades, thread rolling dies, and wear-resistant tooling.
12. Do you supply High Speed Steel?
Yes. We supply premium M2 and M35 High Speed Steel suitable for cutting tools, drills, milling cutters, broaches, and reamers.
13. Do you provide custom cut sizes?
Yes. We offer precision cut pieces according to customer drawings and required dimensions.
14. Is machining service available?
Yes. We provide machining services to reduce customers’ machining time and production costs.
15. Do you supply UT Tested material?
Yes. Ultrasonic Tested (UT Tested) material is available to ensure internal soundness and defect-free steel.
16. Do you provide Mill Test Certificates (MTC)?
Yes. Every supplied material can be provided with Mill Test Certificates along with chemical and mechanical properties.
17. Can you supply large forged blocks?
Yes. We supply forged blocks, ESR blocks, flats, rounds, and heavy die blocks suitable for large tooling applications.
18. Do you supply steel for aluminum extrusion dies?
Yes. H13, H11, and DB6 are widely supplied for aluminum extrusion tooling and related applications.
19. Which steel is suitable for drop forging dies?
DB6 (DIN 1.2714), H13, and H11 are the preferred grades for drop forging and heavy-duty forging applications.
20. Do you provide metallurgical guidance?
Yes. Our technical experts assist customers in selecting the most suitable steel grade based on application, hardness, heat treatment, and expected tool life.
21. What quality testing is performed before dispatch?
Our quality inspection includes:
Chemical Analysis
Spectrometer Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
Rockwell Hardness Testing
Brinell Hardness Testing
Vickers Hardness Testing
Visual Inspection
22. Can you deliver tool steel to Chakan MIDC quickly?
Yes. With ready stock and efficient logistics, we ensure fast delivery to Chakan MIDC and nearby industrial areas across Pune and Maharashtra.
23. Do you supply both imported and Make in India tool steels?
Yes. We offer premium imported steels as well as high-quality Make in India tool steels to suit different budgets and applications.
24. How does Virat Special Steels help reduce manufacturing costs?
By providing application-specific steel selection, precision machining, ready stock, technical support, and high-quality materials, we help improve tool life and reduce the Cost Per Component (CPC).
25. How can I get a quotation for tool steel in Chakan MIDC?
Simply share your steel grade, dimensions, quantity, hardness requirement, or drawing. Our technical sales team will recommend the right material and provide a competitive quotation with the shortest possible delivery time.
Need help choosing for your next die?
Talk to our technical sales team before you place the order — it’s a five-minute call that can save you a failed die six months from now.
Call us: +91-98140 21775 , 99991 – 24971 to 79.
Website: Virat Special Steels
Email: info@viratsteels.com
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Mode of Supply
Virat Special Steels is the largest stockiest and supplier of Tool Steel, Die Steels and Mould Steels in flat, square and round bar. We provide steel in all sizes as your requirements. All grades of steel is available in flat, square and round shape. Consult our team who will assist you for any Special Steels query.
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Our Steel Grades:
HCHCR-D2 Steel , HCHCR-D3 Steel , P20+Ni Steel , P20 Steel , DB6 Steel , H13 Steel, H11 Steel, H21 Steel, H10 Steel, H12 Steel, M2 Steel, M35 Steel, M42 Steel, T1 Steel, DIN 2379 Steel, DIN 2080 Steel, DIN 2738 Steel, DIN 2311 Steel, DIN 2714 Steel, DIN 2344 Steel , DIN 2343 Steel, DIN 2581 Steel, DIN 2365 Steel, DIN 2606 Steel, DIN 3343 Steel, DIN 3243 Steel, DIN 3247 Steel, DIN 3355 Steel AISI D2 Steel, AISI D3 Steel, AISI P20+Ni Steel, AISI P20 Steel, AISI L6 Steel , AISI H13 Steel, AISI H11 Steel, AISI H21 Steel, AISI H10 Steel, AISI H12 Steel, AISI M2 Steel, AISI M35 Steel, AISI M42 Steel , AISI T1 Steel