Shirgaon is situated in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri district, close to the town of Chiplun. Its close network to important transportation facilities , such as the Mumbai-Goa Highway, improves its accessibility and connectivity. With its well-planned infrastructure and industrial plots for manufacturing and other industrial activities, MIDC Shirgaon is built to serve a range of industries .
The tool and die steel industry such as VIRAT STEELS in MIDC Shirgaon plays a crucial role in supporting and providing high-quality tools, dies, and molds essential for production processes to many manufacturing, engineering and other industrial sectors .
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 works closely with clients and contribute to the manufacturing industries by providing essential materials required for aluminum extrusion tooling , drop forging applications etc by Understanding their unique requirements and offers customized solutions whether it’s specific grades, sizes, or properties . Virat Special Steels offer “Make In INDIA” products at competitive prices, great quality, and prompt servicing to increase & improve CPC (Cost Per Component) for their customers.
Frequently Asked Questions :
1. What types of tool and die steels are available for industries in MIDC Shirgaon?
Virat Special Steels supplies various tool and die steel grades, including DB6/DIN 1.2714, H11, H13, P20, D2, D3, M2, M35 and other alloy and EN-series steels.
2. What is DB6 tool steel used for?
DB6 (DIN 1.2714/AISI L6) is commonly used for die blocks, forging dies, die holders and applications requiring high toughness and resistance to impact loading.
3. What is H13 tool steel used for?
H13 (DIN 1.2344/AISI H13) is widely used for aluminium extrusion dies, pressure die-casting dies, forging dies and other hot-work tooling applications.
4. What is H11 tool steel used for?
H11 (DIN 1.2343/AISI H11) is commonly used for forging dies, extrusion tooling and other hot-work applications requiring good toughness and thermal fatigue resistance.
5. Which tool steel is suitable for aluminium extrusion tooling?
H13 is a commonly selected grade for aluminium extrusion dies because of its hot strength, wear resistance and resistance to repeated thermal cycling.
6. Which steel is suitable for drop forging applications?
DB6/DIN 1.2714, H11 and H13 can be considered for drop forging applications depending on operating temperature, impact load, die design and required tool life.
7. What plastic mould steels are available?
P20 grades such as DIN 1.2311 and DIN 1.2738/P20+Ni are commonly used for plastic moulds, mould bases and related components.
8. What are cold work tool steels used for?
Cold work tool steels such as D2 and D3 are commonly used for punches, blanking dies, forming dies, shear blades, trimming tools and other wear-resistant tooling.
9. What is D2 tool steel used for?
D2 (DIN 1.2379) is commonly used for punches, blanking dies, forming tools, shear blades and applications requiring high wear resistance.
10. What is D3 tool steel used for?
D3 (DIN 1.2080) is used for cutting, punching, forming and other applications where high wear resistance is required.
11. Which high-speed steels are supplied?
Common high-speed steel grades include M2 (DIN 1.3343) and M35 (DIN 1.3243), subject to grade, size and stock availability.
12. What is M2 high-speed steel used for?
M2 is commonly used for drills, milling cutters, taps, reamers and other cutting tools requiring high hardness and hot hardness.
13. What is M35 high-speed steel used for?
M35 is a cobalt-alloyed high-speed steel that provides improved hot hardness and is suitable for demanding cutting-tool applications.
14. Can tool steel be supplied in custom sizes?
Yes. Depending on grade and stock availability, material can be supplied in cut sizes according to customer requirements, helping reduce machining time and material wastage.
15. Can industries in Shirgaon get technical support for steel selection?
Yes. Technical assistance can help customers select suitable grades, sizes, hardness levels and delivery conditions based on their tooling application.
16. Are material test certificates available?
Applicable steel products can be supplied with relevant material test documentation, including mill test certificates, depending on the grade and order requirements.
17. Is ultrasonic testing available for tool steel?
Yes. Ultrasonic examination can be carried out for applicable steel products to help identify internal discontinuities and assess material quality.
18. What hardness testing methods are available?
Depending on the material and inspection requirements, hardness can be evaluated using Rockwell, Brinell and Vickers testing methods.
19. Does Virat Special Steels perform chemical analysis?
Yes. The quality-control facility includes chemical analysis and spectrometric examination for checking the chemical composition of applicable steel grades.
20. How do I choose the right tool steel grade?
The grade should be selected according to the application, working temperature, impact loading, wear requirements, required hardness, die dimensions, machining conditions and expected service life.
21. Can tool steels be used in engineering industries around Shirgaon?
Yes. Tool and die steels are used in various engineering and manufacturing applications, including dies, punches, moulds, cutting tools, forming tools and other production components.
22. Can Virat Special Steels supply steel for aluminium extrusion dies?
Yes. Suitable hot-work grades such as H13 can be supplied for aluminium extrusion tooling, subject to grade, size and availability.
23. Why is heat treatment important for tool and die steel?
Heat treatment helps develop the required combination of hardness, toughness, wear resistance and dimensional stability. The correct cycle depends on the selected steel grade and application.
24. What delivery conditions are available for tool steel?
Depending on the grade and application, material may be available in conditions such as annealed, pre-hardened, hardened and tempered, or stress-relieved condition.
25. Does Virat Special Steels offer Make in India products?
Yes. Applicable Make in India steel products are offered alongside imported and premium grades, providing customers with additional options based on quality, price and application requirements.
26. Can tool steel help reduce Cost Per Component (CPC)?
Proper grade selection, suitable material quality, optimized dimensions and appropriate heat treatment can help improve tool life and reduce manufacturing costs. The actual CPC benefit depends on the application and operating conditions.
27. Can Virat Special Steels supply steel for drop forging dies?
Yes. Suitable die steels such as DB6/DIN 1.2714 and hot-work grades such as H11 and H13 may be considered for drop forging applications based on the tooling conditions.
28. What quality checks are important when purchasing tool steel?
Important checks may include chemical composition, hardness, ultrasonic examination, dimensional inspection and material certification, depending on the application and customer specification.
29. Does Virat Special Steels maintain stock of special steels?
The company maintains inventory of selected tool, die and special steel grades at its stocking facilities. Availability should be confirmed for the required grade, dimensions and quantity.
30. How can industries in MIDC Shirgaon order the right tool or die steel?
Industries can provide the application, component or die type, operating conditions, required hardness, dimensions and quantity. Based on these requirements, the appropriate steel grade and supply condition can be recommended.
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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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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