VMO Steel

Grade Brief:

The steel grade VMO refers to a high-strength alloy steel produced in Brazil, typically used in applications requiring superior mechanical properties. V: Vanadium, which improves strength, toughness, and wear resistance. M: Molybdenum, which enhances high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance. O: Other alloying elements that contribute to the steel’s properties.

The equivalent grade DB6 / DIN 2714 / SKT4 normally used as a pre hardened condition. This steel grade is commonly used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, where both high strength and durability are essential. Its specific chemical composition can vary depending on the manufacturer and application, but VMO steel is generally designed for high-performance industrial use.

The VMO steel grade from Brazil, also known as ABNT VMO, is a type of special steel primarily used for hot work applications, such as forging dies in high-performance drop hammers. Here are some key details about this steel grade:

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Steel Properties

The working hardness of ABNT VMO Steel typically ranges between 180 to 220 Brinell Hardness Number (BHN). This range makes it suitable for hot work applications, providing a good balance of strength and toughness. This steel grade is the upgrade version of DIN 2713 for better
performance.

Chemical Composition:

Carbon ©	0.57%
Silicon (Si)	0.25%
Manganese (Mn)	0.70%
Sulfur (S)	1.10%
Chromium (Cr)	0.50%
Molybdenum (Mo)	1.65%

Mechanical Properties:

Yield Strength (Rp0.2)	≥ 655 MPa
Tensile Strength (Rm)	≥ 821 MPa
Impact Toughness (KV/Ku)	42 J
Elongation (A)	11%
Reduction in Cross Section on Fracture (Z)	22%

VMO steel is commonly used in the manufacturing of tools and dies that require high strength and toughness, especially in hot working environments.

VMO Brazil Steel Common Properties:

1. High Strength:
VMO steel has excellent tensile strength due to the presence of alloying elements like Vanadium and Molybdenum. It can handle heavy loads and resist deformation under stress.

2. Toughness:
This steel grade exhibits superior toughness, meaning it can absorb energy and withstand impacts without breaking or cracking.

3. Wear Resistance:
VMO steel’s composition makes it highly resistant to wear, ensuring longer service life in applications involving friction or repeated mechanical stress.

4. Corrosion Resistance:
The presence of Molybdenum and Chromium provides excellent resistance to corrosion, particularly in harsh or high-temperature environments, making it ideal for chemical, oil & gas, and marine industries.

5. Fatigue Resistance:
This steel performs well under cyclic loads, meaning it can endure repeated stress without weakening, which is important for parts like gears or shafts.

Physical Properties of VMO Brazil Steel Grade:

1. Density:
The typical density of VMO steel is around 7.8 g/cm³, similar to other high-strength steels.

2. Melting Point:
The melting point of VMO steel is approximately 1400°C to 1500°C, depending on its exact alloy composition.

3. Modulus of Elasticity:
This steel has a modulus of elasticity in the range of 200-210 GPa, ensuring good stiffness and resistance to elastic deformation.

4. Thermal Conductivity:
VMO steel has a lower thermal conductivity than carbon steels, typically in the range of 20-25 W/m·K, which means it does not conduct heat as efficiently as lower alloy steels.

5. Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:
The coefficient of thermal expansion is about 12 x 10^-6 /K, meaning it expands moderately when subjected to high temperatures, but remains stable under operational conditions.

Heat Treatment & Processes for VMO Steel:

1. Annealing:
Annealing is done by heating the steel to 850-950°C, followed by slow cooling to relieve internal stresses and improve ductility and machinability. This softens the material for further processing.
2. Quenching:
Quenching is a critical process for VMO steel. It involves heating the steel to 900-950°C and then rapidly cooling it in oil or water. This process increases the hardness and tensile strength but can make the steel more brittle.

3. Tempering:
After quenching, tempering is used to adjust the hardness and improve toughness. The steel is reheated to 200-600°C and then cooled slowly. Higher tempering temperatures produce softer but tougher material, while lower temperatures maintain more hardness.

4. Normalizing:
In some cases, normalizing is used to refine the grain structure by heating the steel to around 900°C followed by air cooling. This enhances toughness and reduces internal stresses, improving mechanical properties.

5. Surface Hardening (Carburizing/Nitriding):
For specific applications where surface hardness is crucial (e.g., gears), surface treatments like carburizing or nitriding can be used. These processes add carbon or nitrogen to the steel surface, increasing hardness while maintaining a tough core.

6. Stress Relieving:
Stress relieving is often applied after welding or machining to remove residual stresses. The steel is heated to 500-650°C and then slowly cooled to prevent distortions or fractures in the final product.

Applications

VMO steel is often used in environments requiring materials to withstand extreme stress, heat, or wear. This makes it a preferred choice in:

Automotive: For parts like gears, crankshafts, and connecting rods.
Aerospace: In high-performance aircraft parts that require both strength and resistance to extreme conditions.
Oil & Gas: For components used in drilling and extraction equipment, where both high strength and resistance to corrosion are critical.

HXM 24 Steel

Grade Brief:

HXM 24 Steel is a high-hardness, pre-hardened tool steel commonly used for applications requiring strength, durability, and resistance to wear. HXM 24 steel is ideal for high-performance applications where wear resistance, toughness, and machinability are critical. Its properties make it suitable for demanding industrial tooling, molding, and die-casting environments.

HXM 24 is closely related to the widely used P20+Ni / DIN 1.2738 / AISI P20+Ni tool steel, but they do have some differences:

HXM 24 Steel is with High Hardness 360-400 BHN and increase alloy elements to get extra life and outstanding polishing. Both HXM 24 and P20+Ni steels contain similar base elements such as carbon, chromium, manganese, and molybdenum. However, HXM 24 may have specific additives or adjusted compositions to enhance certain properties like hardness or toughness

P20+Ni is supplied in a pre-hardened condition with a hardness range of around 280-320 HB (BHN). It can be nitrided or further surface-hardened after machining. HXM 24 is typically harder in its pre-hardened state, with the ability to reach higher hardness levels without losing machinability, making it more suitable for applications where greater hardness is essential.

P20+Ni (DIN 1.2738) is often used for large plastic molds, die casting dies, and base plates. HXM 24 is used where high hardness and wear resistance are necessary in addition to toughness, making it more versatile for tooling that experiences high wear.

In summary, while both HXM 24 and P20+Ni steels are tool steels with overlapping applications, HXM 24 offers enhanced hardness and wear resistance compared to P20+Ni.

Here is a detailed overview of its properties:

1. Chemical Composition:
The exact composition may vary slightly based on the manufacturer, but typically it contains:

Carbon (C): 0.35 – 0.45%
Chromium (Cr): 1.8 – 2.0%
Manganese (Mn): 0.6 – 1.0%
Molybdenum (Mo): 0.3 – 0.5%
Nickel (Ni): 0.9 – 1.2%
Silicon (Si): 0.2 – 0.4%
Sulfur (S) and Phosphorus (P): Typically low or controlled, as excessive amounts can lead to brittleness.

2. Mechanical Properties:

Hardness: Typically delivered in a pre-hardened state with hardness ranging from 310-360 HB (Brinell hardness). It can be heat-treated to achieve even higher hardness levels, up to 38-42 HRC.
Tensile Strength: ~ 1000 – 1200 MPa in the pre-hardened condition.
Yield Strength: ~ 850 – 1000 MPa, depending on the tempering process.
Impact Toughness: Exhibits good impact toughness, making it suitable for tooling and die applications that endure shock loading.

3. Physical Properties:

Density: ~ 7.85 g/cm³
Thermal Conductivity: Approximately 30-35 W/m-K, depending on the temperature.
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: ~ 12 x 10⁻⁶ /K
Modulus of Elasticity: ~ 210 GPa

4. Heat Treatment & Processes

Annealing: HXM 24 can be annealed by heating to around 710-740°C, followed by slow cooling in the furnace to reduce hardness and improve machinability if needed.
Hardening: The steel is generally delivered in a pre-hardened condition, but for specific applications, it can be hardened by heating it to 870-900°C, followed by air or oil quenching.
Tempering: After hardening, tempering is usually performed at around 500-600°C to adjust the hardness and toughness according to the desired application. Tempering helps relieve internal stresses and improves the toughness without significantly lowering hardness.

5. Machinability:
HXM 24 is known for its good machinability in its pre-hardened state, making it easier to process into molds, dies, and tools without the need for post-machining hardening processes. Its machinability rating is around 80% relative to other tool steels.

6. Applications:
HXM 24 steel is used in a variety of high-demand industries that require a balance between toughness, machinability, and hardness, such as:

Plastic Molds: Used for large, intricate plastic molds where dimensional stability and wear resistance are important.
Die Casting Dies: Suitable for molds used in aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting where high wear resistance is required.
Extrusion Tools: Used in the production of dies for plastic extrusion.
Press and Injection Molds: For molds requiring resistance to wear and high impact.
Automotive and Aerospace: Used in tooling and die applications in the automotive and aerospace industries where precision and durability are critical.

7. Key Features:

Wear Resistance: Excellent wear resistance due to its high hardness.
Dimensional Stability: Good dimensional stability under heat and stress.
Corrosion Resistance: Limited corrosion resistance but can be enhanced with surface treatments.
Toughness: Good toughness and impact resistance, especially in the hardened and tempered condition.
Weldability: Can be welded with appropriate pre- and post-heating treatment, but welding is generally not recommended unless necessary.

HXM 24 steel is ideal for high-performance applications where wear resistance, toughness, and machinability are critical. Its properties make it suitable for demanding industrial tooling, molding, and die-casting environments.

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DB6 Steel

Grade Brief:

DB6 is highly recommendable for Close Die Forgings due to its characteristics of high wear-resistance, extra toughness , high hardness which is achieved with Cr-Ni-Mo-V high graded alloys. The equivalent grade DB6 / L6 / SKT4 normally used as a pre hardened condition. The standard hardness is 360 to 430 BHN. DIN 2714 is the upgraded version of DIN 2713 for better performance of dies. We supply Die blocks as the extra Forging Reduction & Upsetting with Double tempered to achieve the better Ultrasonic quality.

DB6 Steel is a tool steel grade that comes under the DIN EN ISO 4957 standard. Due to its excellent combination of wear resistance, additional toughness, and high hardness which are attained using Cr-Ni-Mo-V high graded alloys, DB6 Steel is highly recommended for Close Die Forgings. Therefore, DB6 Steel is the material of choice in the automotive, aerospace, metalworking, and tool and die sectors. We provide die blocks as an additional forging reduction and upsetting step with double tempering to improve ultrasonic quality.

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Steel Properties

The special Hot Work Pre hardened Steel with good toughness and high ware resistance. Die Steel is normally supply in hard, quenched & tempered and also in annealed condition in special case. Usually its working hardness is 360-430 BHN. This steel grade is the upgrade version of DIN 2713 for better
performance.

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile strength	1000-1400 MPa
Yield Strength	1045 MPa
Elongation	15%-20%
Impact Toughness	20 J/cm2-25 J/cm2
Hardness	50-55 HRC
Compressive Strength	2500MPa
Modulus of elasticity	205 GPa

Physical Properties

The exact values of these physical characteristics depend on the composition, heat treatment, and manufacturing procedures used to create DB6 steel, so take them with a grain of salt. For detailed details on the physical characteristics of a certain grade of DB6/DIN 2714/AISI L6 steel, it is always advised to refer to the manufacturer’s datasheet or specifications.

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	12.1	13.1	13.2	13.5	14.1	14.3

Thermal Conductivity °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)**	35.0	39.0	36.0

DB6 Steel Hardness:

Different hardness according to different Tempering temperature conditions.
– Annealed condition – 255 BHN max
– Hardened and Tempered condition- 38 to 42 HRC
– Hardness variation from surface to core – 20 to 25 BHN

Machinability:

The machinability of tool steel DB6 Steel is very good & It rates 90% of the machinability of the W-group water hardening low alloy steels rated 100% as a baseline.

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment:

Based on the desired hardness, toughness, and other mechanical properties of the steel required for the particular application, such as shape and size, the precise heat treatment of DB6 Steel / DIN 1.2714 / AISI L6 steel parameters, including rate of heating, austenitizing temperature, cooling, soaking time, quenching media, and tempering temperature, may vary.

Hardening:

Preheating at 650°C, quickly raising the temperature to the hardening range of 900–950°C, and quenching in oil.

Tempering:

Tempering after-hardening values /MPa|400°C: 1770,
Tempering after-hardening values /MPa|500℃: 1570 ,
Tempering after-hardening values /MPa|600°C: 1320,
Tempering after-hardening values /MPa|650℃: 1180

Forging :

Gradually Warm up to 700 °C, then quickly raise the temperature to 1050 °C. Keep forging over 800 °C. After forging, it is important to cool slowly, either in a furnace or in a vermiculite.

Stress Relieving:

Heat the component gently to 600–650°C for stress release, and then give it a thorough soak for two hours every 25mm of section. Cool to 500°C in the boiler before circulating freely. Before hardening, tools can then be finished machining.

Normalizing:

DB6 Steel / DIN 1.2714 / AISI L6 – Hot-Work Mold Steel should not be normalized due to its air-hardening ability .

Annealing:

Soak Thoroughly at 740-760 °C before furnace cooling at a maximum rate of 10 °C per hour down to 600 °C followed by cooling in air.

Cold working:

Cold working is needed for shaping or forming the material, it is generally recommended to perform the operations on the steel in its annealed or soft condition before the heat treatment process.

Nitriding:

DB6 Steel / DIN 1.2714 / AISI L6 steel can be nitride to give a hard surface case, The steel is very resistant to wear and erosion .Before nitriding the tool steel should be hardened and tempered at approx 50 °C above the nitriding temperature.

Welding:

Stress tempering for a pre hardened condition.

Quenching:

In order to produce the appropriate hardness and mechanical qualities for DB6/ DIN 1.2714 / AISI L6, quenching is a critical stage in the heat treatment process. The temperature range above the critical temperature (AC3) is required for quenching steel utilizing an oil and air medium in order to completely change the steel’s microstructure into a hardened condition.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
650-710	Furnace	max. 240

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
840-880	Oil	57
860-900	Air	55

Tempering °C after quenching	100	200	300	400	450	500	550	600	650
in Oil – HRC	56	54	52	49	47	46	43	38	34
in Air – HRC	54	52	50	47	45	43	40	36	32

Application

Dies for Drop Forging Hammers & Mechanical Presses, Die Molds, Shoe Blocks, Die Holder, Cassettes, Piston Rods, Cranks, Boaster, Shearing Blades, Tools, plastic molds, Shafts Etc.

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H13 Steel

Grade Brief:

H13 tool steel is the most popular steel grade for various Industries. The main features of high alloyed Cr-Mo-V Hot Work tool steel is high wear resistance to thermal shock and to heat cracking, good mechanical characteristics & toughness in hot condition.H13 appears excellent machinability with constant hardness during production activities.

The equivalent steel grade H-13 / SKD61 / AISI H13 normally available in the annealed condition but in some specific applications, we provide Pre-Hard H13 with its standard hardness 460-500 BHN. Utilized for ejector pins, apparatus holders and shrink fit chucks.

H13 tool steel is a widely used hot work tool steel that belongs to the AISI (American Iron and Steel Institute) H-series steels. It is renowned for its exceptional combination of high hardness, toughness, and heat resistance, making it well-suited for a variety of applications in hot work tooling. H13 tool steel contains a composition of approximately 1.4% to 1.6% carbon, 4.75% to 5.5% chromium, 0.3% to 1% molybdenum, 1% vanadium, and smaller amounts of other alloying elements such as silicon and manganese. This specific composition contributes to its excellent properties, including high hardness, good abrasion resistance, high toughness, ductility, machinability , polishability, good high-temperature strength and resistance to thermal fatigue, very limited distortion during hardening.

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H13 ESR

ESR is the most refined material with the traditional VD route. The quality of material increase the toughness, highly increase the micro- cleanness level.

Highly recommend the use of AISI-H13 ESR grade for Aluminum Pressure Die Casting & other component subjected to high working temperatures and high pressure strength. H13 is fully ultrasonic inspected with 100% positive results as per NDT standards.

H13 Steel Properties

High hot-wear resistance and hot tensile strength as well as good toughness, thermal conductivity and insusceptibility to hotcracking. Can be water-cooled to a limited extent.

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile strength	1550 MPa-2050MPa
Yield Strength	1000-1380 MPa
Elongation	10%-15%
Impact Toughness	20 J/cm2-40 J/cm2
Hardness	45-52 HRC
Compressive Strength	2550MPa
Modulus of elasticity	215 GPa

H13 Physical Properties

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-210	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600	20-700
*10^-4 m/(mK)**	10.8	12	12.4	12.7	13.1	13.3	13.5

Thermal Conductivity °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)Annealed**	27.1	30.4	33.2
*W/(mK)Quenched & Tempered**	25.4	27.7	30.4

Machinability:

DIN 2344 has a medium to good machinability. It rates as 75% that of the low alloy, typically well-machinable W group water hardening tool steels.

Hardness :

Hardness tests were conducted on 1-inch-round DIN 2344 specimens that had been air-quenched at 1850°F and subjected to two hours of tempered heating and cooling.

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat treatment:

Preheating DIN 2344 tool steels to 816°C (1500°F). The temperature is then instantly raised to 1010°C (1850°F) and held there for 15 to 40 minutes before being applied to the steels. After that, the steels are air-quenched.

Hardening:

DIN 2344 tool steel should be hardened by cooling in still air since it has a very high degree of hardenability. If a salt bath or controlled environment furnace is not available, pack hardening in wasted pitch coke is advised to reduce decarburization. The temperature used ranges from 1800° to 1850°F, depending on the size of the part.

Forging:

Heat must be applied evenly and gently for forging. Reheat as often as necessary while soaking through at 1900°–2000°F; cease working when the temperature falls below 1650°F. After forging, cool gradually in a furnace, lime, mica, or dry ashes. After forging, DIN 2344 should always be annealed.

Stress Relieving:

After machining, welding, or other high-temperature procedures on DIN 2344 steel, stress relieving is a heat treatment procedure used to lower internal tensions and enhance dimensional stability.

Normalizing:

Do Not Normalize.

Annealing:

DIN 2344 tool steels are annealed in the furnace at 871°C (1600°F) and then slowly chilled at 4°C (40°F).

Cold working:

Cold working may be carried out on DIN 2344 tool steels using conventional methods.

Nitriding:

Nitriding is used to give DIN 2344 tool steel a hard surface covering. The steel has a strong resistance to corrosion and abrasion as a result. Nitriding also increases corrosion resistance. Nitriding in ammonia gas at a temperature of 525°C results in surfaces with surface hardness ranging from 1000 to 1250 HV. Before being nitrided, the tool has to be hardened and tempered to a temperature that is around 50°C higher than the nitriding temperature.

Welding:

DIN 2344 tool steels may easily be joined together using a variety of welding techniques, such as gas tungsten arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, and gas metal arc welding.

Quenching:

Using a quenching medium such as air, oil, water, or polymer solutions, the DIN 2344 steel is quickly cooled to room temperature or lower. The target hardness, distortion control, and component shape are only a few examples of the variables that affect the quenching medium selection. The temperature range required for quenching steel is (500-550 °C).

Tempering:

Quenching leaves the steel with an extremely rigid yet fragile structure. Immediately following quenching, the hardened DIN 2344 steel is commonly tempered in order to increase toughness and relieve internal tensions. Reheating the steel to a certain temperature range—typically between 500°C and 650°C (1202°F)—and maintaining it there for a predetermined amount of time is known as tempering. In fact, this procedure aids in lowering the steel’s hardness, boosting its toughness, and improving its overall performance. A hardness of 53 to 38 HRC is achieved by tempering DIN 2344 tool steels between 538 and 649°C (1000 and 1200°F). These steels can also undergo double tempering once per hour at the chosen tempering temperature.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
760 – 810	Furnace	max. 240

Stress-relief annealing °C	Cooling
approx. 610 – 660	Furnace

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
1030 – 1060	Air ,oil or saltbath, 500 – 550 °C	55

Tempering °C	100	210	300	400	500	550	600	650	700
HRC	54	53	53	55	56	54	51	43	34

Applications

Dies for Drop Forgings , Aluminum / low Pressure Die Casting, Extrusion Dies,Gripper Dies, Moulds/Die For Street Light, Metal Track Pressure Tools, Forging Dies, Containers & liner, Punches, Plugs, Holdez, Injection moulds Etc.

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H11 Steel

Grade Brief:

Virat Special Steels is the largest Supplier & Stockiest of H11 SteelHot Work Steel. H11 Steel is an all inclusive hot work tool steel with hot rigidity and durability. Good thermal conductivity and invulnerability to hot cracking and can be water cooled to a constrained degree. Utilized for ejector pins, apparatus holders and shrink fit chucks.

According to the AISI classification system, tool steel H11 Steel is a chromium-based steel alloy from the “H” family of steels. Due to its exceptional impact hardness, H11 Steel is one of this group’s alloys that is employed the most frequently. Due to its exceptional resistance to cracking, including thermal fatigue cracking, gross cracking, and thermal shock during water cooling, H11 Steel is also employed in hot tooling applications. Due to the balanced alloy composition, thorough hardening and air hardening of Tool Steel H11 cause very little deformation. A process called air quenching can also be used to harden H11.

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Steel Properties

Hot work tool steel with Chromium 5% has high strength and toughness, best thermal physical
phenomenon and in susceptibility to hot cracking. This provides the essential necessities for long tool
life in die-casting , Press Forging , extrusion processes etc.

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile strength	1792 MPa
Yield Strength	1482 MPa
Elongation	8%
Impact Toughness	13.6-33.9 J/cm2
Hardness	52-57 HRC

Physical Properties

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600	20-700
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	11.7	12.3	12.5	12.7	12.75	12.9	12.9

Thermal Conductivity °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)Annealed**	29.8	30.0	33.5
*W/(mK)Quenched & Tempered**	26.7	27.4	30.4

Machinability:

The machinability of H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 is 75% to that of steels in the “W” group.

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment:

Steel Tool H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11. Annealing, hardening, air and oil quenching, and single- or double-tempering are the most common heat treatments, which are performed at temperatures of 840° F (450° C), 930° F (500° C), 1020° F (550° C), 1110° F (600° C), and 1200° F (650° C). Combining hardness, toughness, yield strength, ultimate strength, and ductility results in the best heat treatment, which also includes oil-quenching and double-tempering at 1020° F (550° C).

Hardening:

The austenitizing temperature, which should be between 1800° and 1850°F, the quenching medium, and the tempering parameters all have a role in how hard H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel becomes. H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel should be hardened by cooling in still air due to its extremely high hardenability.

Tempering:

Quenching H11 steel is tempered to make it more resilient and less brittle. Reheating the steel to a temperature that is lower than its critical temperature—typically between 500°C and 650°C or 932°F and 1202°F—and maintaining it there for a certain amount of time is the process of tempering. The ideal balance between hardness and toughness determines the precise tempering temperature and duration. These steels can also undergo double tempering once per hour at the chosen tempering temperature.

Forging:

Forging H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel is normally done at a temperature between 1000 and 1200 degrees Celsius (1832 and 2192 degrees Fahrenheit). According to the required deformation properties and the manufacturer’s instructions, the precise temperature will vary.

Stress Relieving:

H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel is heated to a particular temperature of 650 °C for two hours as part of the stress-relieving procedure, and it is then gradually cooled.

Normalizing:

H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 Steel should not be normalised due to its air-hardening ability .

Annealing:

H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 tool steels are annealed at 871°C (1600°F) and then slowly cooled at 4°C (40°F) in the furnace.

Nitriding:

H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel can be nitride to give a hard surface at a temperature of 500 °C to 600 °C

Welding:

The surfaces of the dies attain temperatures of 700–800 °C during forging procedures. As a result, hardfacing these sections using nonferrous higher temperature hardfacing alloys like Stellite 6 can frequently increase the effectiveness and lifespan of the dies. The most crucial characteristics of Stellite 6 are its high hardness, galling resistance, hot corrosion and oxidation resistance, adhesive wear resistance, low friction coefficient, and lack of allotropic transformation up to 1100 oC. Due to its high alloy concentration and resulting hardenability, this steel is extremely susceptible to hydrogen induced cracking (HIC) and high cooling rates used during welding cycles. Due to this, the hardfacing characteristics of H11 tool steel with Stellite 6 in the TIG welding process have been examined in this study. The findings show that it is not possible to hardface this steel in its annealed hardfaced state; instead, preheating and intermediate temperatures between 310 and 370 oC are advised. Under these circumstances, 3mm was found to be the minimum thickness required to provide the hardness required (41-42 HRC) in the hardfacing layer.

Quenching:

After the soaking period, the H11 / DIN 2343 / AISI H11 steel is rapidly cooled by immersing it in a quenching medium. The choice of quenching medium depends on factors such as the steel’s composition and the desired hardness. Oil, water, and air are commonly used quenching media. Oil quenching provides a moderate cooling rate, water quenching provides a faster cooling rate, and air quenching provides the slowest cooling rate.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
750 – 800	Furnace	max. 230

Stress-relief annealing °C	Cooling
approx. 600 – 650	Furnace

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
1000 – 1030	Air ,oil or saltbath, 500 – 550 °C	54

Tempering °C	100	200	300	400	500	550	600	650	700
HRC	52	52	52	52	54	53	48	37	31

Applications

Besides applications typical for the area of hot-work steels, this grade is especially used for ejector pins, tool holders, bridge kind tools, liner holders, extrusion tooling, Die Casting dies, Forging Dies, Hot work punches, Hot gripper dies, Aircraft landing gear and shrink work chucks.

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DIN 2714 Steel

Grade Brief:

DIN 1.2714 is highly recommendable for Close Die Forgings due to its characteristics of high wear-resistance, extra toughness , high hardness which is achieved with Cr-Ni-Mo-V high graded alloys. The equivalent grade DB6 / L6 / SKT4 normally used as a pre hardened condition. The standard hardness is 360 to 430 BHN. DIN 2714 is the upgraded version of DIN 2713 for better performance of dies. We supply Die blocks as the extra Forging Reduction & Upsetting with Double tempered to achieve the better Ultrasonic quality.

DIN 1.2714 is a tool steel grade that comes under the DIN EN ISO 4957 standard. Due to its excellent combination of wear resistance, additional toughness, and high hardness which are attained using Cr-Ni-Mo-V high graded alloys, DIN 2714 Steel is highly recommended for Close Die Forgings. Therefore, DIN 2714 Steel is the material of choice in the automotive, aerospace, metalworking, and tool and die sectors. We provide die blocks as an additional forging reduction and upsetting step with double tempering to improve ultrasonic quality.
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Steel Properties

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile strength	1000-1400 MPa
Yield Strength	1045 MPa
Elongation	15%-20%
Impact Toughness	20 J/cm2-25 J/cm2
Hardness	50-55 HRC
Compressive Strength	2500MPa
Modulus of elasticity	205 GPa

Physical Properties

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	12.1	13.1	13.2	13.5	14.1	14.3

Thermal Conductivity °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)**	35.0	39.0	36.0

DIN 1.2714 Hardness:

Machinability:

The machinability of tool steel DIN 2714 is very good & It rates 90% of the machinability of the W-group water hardening low alloy steels rated 100% as a baseline.

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment:

Based on the desired hardness, toughness, and other mechanical properties of the steel required for the particular application, such as shape and size, the precise heat treatment of DIN 1.2714 steel parameters, including rate of heating, austenitizing temperature, cooling, soaking time, quenching media, and tempering temperature, may vary.

Hardening:

Preheating at 650°C, quickly raising the temperature to the hardening range of 900–950°C, and quenching in oil.

Tempering:

Forging :

Gradually Warm up to 700 °C, then quickly raise the temperature to 1050 °C. Keep forging over 800 °C. After forging, it is important to cool slowly, either in a furnace or in a vermiculite.

Stress Relieving:

Normalizing:

DIN 1.2714 Hot-Work Mold Steel should not be normalized due to its air-hardening ability .

Annealing:

Soak Thoroughly at 740-760 °C before furnace cooling at a maximum rate of 10 °C per hour down to 600 °C followed by cooling in air.

Cold working:

Cold working is needed for shaping or forming the material, it is generally recommended to perform the operations on the steel in its annealed or soft condition before the heat treatment process.

Nitriding:

DIN 1.2714 steel can be nitride to give a hard surface case, The steel is very resistant to wear and erosion .Before nitriding the tool steel should be hardened and tempered at approx 50 °C above the nitriding temperature.

Welding:

Stress tempering for a pre hardened condition.

Quenching:

In order to produce the appropriate hardness and mechanical qualities for DIN 1.2714 Steel, quenching is a critical stage in the heat treatment process. The temperature range above the critical temperature (AC3) is required for quenching steel utilizing an oil and air medium in order to completely change the steel’s microstructure into a hardened condition.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
650-710	Furnace	max. 240

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
840-880	Oil	57
860-900	Air	55

Tempering °C after quenching	100	200	300	400	450	500	550	600	650
in Oil – HRC	56	54	52	49	47	46	43	38	34
in Air – HRC	54	52	50	47	45	43	40	36	32

Application

Dies for Drop Forging Hammers & Mechanical Presses, Die Molds, Shoe Blocks, Die Holder, Cassettes, Piston Rods, Cranks, Boaster, Shearing Blades, Tools, plastic molds, Shafts Etc.

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P20 Steel

Grade Brief:

P20 is an alloy tool steel with good machining ability even when hardened and tempered (Brinell 300). This steel has a polished surface and is one of the most regularly used requirements for machine cut plastic molds and casting dies. P20 is frequently hardened and tempered, ready for machining. It provides great wear resistance in this form, however if maximal surface hardness is required for compression molding plastic dies or similar equipment, the steel can be case hardened. A higher Sulfur variant, P20S, is offered for improved machinability.

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Steel Properties

P20 / DIN 2311 /AISI P20 is the Pre Hardened Plastic mould steel hardness distributed evenly in large cross sections that have
excellent weldability with least hardness elevation, good mirror polishability and less streak texture making
finishing easier. Size Section availability upto 255mm thickness. Supply hardness is 240-280 BHN.

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile Strength	965-1030 MPa
Yield Strength	827-862 MPa
Hardness	30 HRC
Elongation	20%
Compressive Strength	862 MPa
Elastic Modulus	190-210 GPa

Physical Properties

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-150	20-200	20-250	20-300	20-350	20-400	20-450	20-500
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	12.7	12.8	13.1	13.3	13.6	13.7	13.8	14.0	14.3

Thermal Conductivity at °C	23	150	300	350	400	500
*W/(mK)**	32.0	32.8	31.4	30.2	29.6	27.5

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment

During the carburizing process, P20 / DIN 2311 / AISI P20 tool steels are heated to 871-899°C (1600-1650°F) in the carburizing medium. After carburizing, these steels are heated to 816-871°C (1500-1600°F) to harden, then held for 15 minutes before being oil quenched.

Hardening:

Heat the steel consistently to 820-840°C until completely heated. Soak in oil to cool.

Forging:

Heat gently, giving the steel enough time to heat all the way through. start forging at 1050 degrees. Never forge below 930°C, reheating as needed. After forging, allow it to progressively cool.

Stress Relieving:

To reduce machining stresses when dies are substantially machined, stabilizing is advised right before finishing machining. 460° to 500° Celsius. Good soaking followed by air cooling is advised.

Normalizing:

Heating uniformly to 900°C for P20 / DIN 2311 / AISI P20 steel.

Annealing:

Heating consistently to 770–790°C for P20 / DIN 2311 / AISI P20 annealing. Good soaking, gentle cooling in the boiler.

Tempering:

Heat evenly and soak for at least one hour for every 25mm of section at the tempering temperature. Allow it to cool in a cool air.

Welding:

P20 / DIN 2311 / AISI P20 tool steels are welded using traditional techniques.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
710 – 740	Furnace	max. 235

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
850 – 880	Oil or saltbath, 180 – 220 °C	52

Tempering °C after Quenching	100	200	300	400	500	600	700
HRC	52	50.5	48.5	46	42	36.5	28

Application

Plastic mould steel equivalent to P20/ DIN 2311 / AISI P20 use for die holders, zinc die, casting dies, backers, bolsters,
injection moulds, mould frames for plastic moulds, Shoe Blocks, pressure casting moulds, recipient sleeves
Etc.

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P20+Ni tool Steel

Grade Brief:

P20+Ni tool steel is specially used for Plastic injection die moulds. The characteristics of a material are right sharpening, photo-etching properties with high purity and good homogeneity. P20+Ni is upgraded version of plastic mold steel 0f 2311, which normally supply in Pre hardened condition. Hardness in as supplied condition 280-320 HB with having uniform hardness. The additional nickel content of 1 % increases through hardening. It has good machinability, suitable for Texturing, fine polishability, adequate corrosion resistance, vacuum-degassed steel.

P20 +Ni tool Steel High Hard ( HXM 24 )

P20 +Ni tool Steel is with High Hardness 360-400 BHN and increase alloy elements to get extra life and outstanding polishing.

P20 +Ni tool Steel is a type of plastic mold steel that is similar to DIN 1.2738 / AISI P20+Ni Tool Steel. The alloying elements for hardness and toughness include nickel, chromium, and molybdenum. P20+Ni tool steel is intended specifically for the plastic mold industry, particularly for large steel mold components.
P20+Ni tool steel is often provided pre-hardened/quenched and tempered in the 280 – 320 HB hardness range. This makes it a great choice for applications involving high-temperature settings and difficult mechanical conditions.
P20 +Ni tool Steel have superior polishability compared to 1.2312 (AISI P20+S) and better machinability. To enhance the hardness and wearability of the mould surface material , it can be treated with nitrogenation and flame hardening. P20 +Ni tool Steel is melted in an electrical furnace and refined using a VOD or DH equipment.P20+Ni steel is a type of plastic mold steel that is similar to DIN 1.2738 /AISI P20+Ni Tool Steel. The alloying elements for hardness and toughness include nickel, chromium, and molybdenum. P20+Ni tool steel is intended specifically for the plastic mold industry, particularly for large steel mold components.

P20+Ni tool steel is often provided pre-hardened/quenched and tempered in the 280 – 320 HB hardness range. This makes it a great choice for applications involving high-temperature settings and difficult mechanical conditions.

P20 +Ni tool Steel have superior polishability compared to 1.2312 (AISI P20+S) and better machinability. To enhance the hardness and wearability of the mould surface material , it can be treated with nitrogenation and flame hardening. P20+Ni steel is melted in an electrical furnace and refined using a VOD or DH equipment.
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Steel Properties

DIN 2738 is upgrade version of plastic mold steel 0f 2311, which normally supply in Pre hardened condition. Hardness in as supplied condition 280-320 HB. The additional nickel content of 1 % increases through hardening. It is micro-alloyed. It has good machinability, suitable for texturing, outstanding polishability, adequate corrosion resistance. vacuum-degassed steel with the following excellent features. AISI P20 +Ni is upgrade version of plastic mold steel 0f 2311, which normally supply in Pre hardened condition. Hardness in as supplied condition 280-320 HB. The additional nickel content of 1 % increases through hardening. It is micro-alloyed. It has good machinability, suitable for texturing, outstanding polishability, adequate corrosion resistance. vacuum-degassed steel with the following excellent features.

Mechanical Properties:

Tensile Strength	850 MPa-1100MPa
Yield Strength	770-980 MPa
Hardness	235 HB
Elongation	13%-16%
Impact Toughness	20 J/cm2-42 J/cm2
Modulus of elasticity	205 x 10³N/mm2

Physical Properties

The physical properties can vary slightly depending on the specific composition and heat treatment of the P20+Ni /DIN 2738 /AISI P20 +Ni tool Steel . It’s always recommended to refer to the manufacturer’s specifications for precise information.

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600	20-700
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	11.2	12.8	13.5	13.7	14.3	14.7	14.9

Thermal Conductivity at °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)**	35	34	33

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment

P20+Ni / DIN 2738 / AISI P20+Ni is already pre-toughened, thus no heat treatment is necessary if no particular needs exist.

Hardening:

Harden from 840-870°C, followed by oil, and finally quench in oil/hot bath/air 180-220 °C. The hardness after quenching is approximately 52 HRC.

Tempering:

After hardening, slowly heat the part to the tempering temperature; the minimum duration in the furnace is one hour for every 20 mm of part thickness; two tempering is advised.

Forging:

1093-898 °C.

Stress Relieving:

Approx. 650°C.

Normalizing:

Approx 900°C

Annealing:

The maximum Brinell hardness will be 235 after being heated to 710 to 740 °C for 2 to 5 hours, and then gently cooled to 600 °C additional cooling in air.

Welding:

For the welding process , P20+Ni tool steel conventional methods are used.

Quenching:

840-870 °C.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
710 – 740	Furnace	max. 235

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
840 – 870	Polymer or oil	51

Tempering °C after Quenching	100	200	300	400	500	600	700
HRC	51.5	50.2	48	46.2	43	39	29

Application

P20 +Ni tool Steel is equivalent grade of most popular steel grade of DIN 2738 which is applicable for large & small
plastic mould dies for Automotive Industries, Dies for Domestic goods , High finishing plastic Die, Boaster
Plates of Presses, Die Holders & Shoe blocks for drop Hammers, Press Cassettes , Upsetter Blocker,
forging dies, Different dies & mold for plastic products etc.

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HCHCR-D2 Steel

Grade Brief:

Virat Special Steels is the largest Supplier & Stockiest of HCHCR D2 in India.
D2 Steel Consolidates maximum wear resistance, great durability, exceptional front line maintenance and treating resistance. 12 % ledeburitic chromium steel. It can be nitride after special heat treatment. It can be utilized as threading rolls and dies, icy trimming, cutting and stamping tools for sheet thickness’s up to 6 mm, accuracy cutting instruments for sheet thicknesses up to 12 mm.

D2 steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium & air-hardening tool steel. It is extremely wear- and abrasion-resistant. It is machinable in the annealed condition and may be heat treated to a hardness of between 55 and 62 HRC. On proper hardening, D2 steel exhibits low deformation. Due to its high chromium content, hardened D2 steel has a modest ability to resist corrosion.

D2 tool steel has good corrosion resistance when polished and hardens in air. Frequently used for tools that operate in harsh wear-and-tear environments or as an alternative to oil-hardening tool steel grades when lengthy runs are necessary.

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Steel Properties

HCHCR-D2 steel is Cold Work Steel with High Carbon High Chromium contents. The Quality with high
wear resistant and toughness properties due to Vanadium addition of 0.90% . Normally it supply condition
is an Annealed and will offer hardness to reach 57-59 HRC. It can be machinable in the annealed
condition. D2 is the superior steels than D3 due to high alloys properties.

Mechanical Properties:

Impact Toughness	77 J/cm2
Hardness	62-63 HRC
Poisson’s Ratio	0.27-0.30
Modulus of elasticity	190-210 GPa

Physical Properties

The physical properties can vary slightly depending on the specific composition and heat treatment of the D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 steel. Its always recommended to refer to the manufacturer’s specifications for precise information.

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	10.6	11.5	11.8	12.3

Thermal Conductivity at °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)**	16.7	20.5	24.2

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment:

The heat treatment Process includes parameters like temperatures, the rate of heating, cooling, soaking time ,the type of furnace, quenching medium, and workpiece transfer facilities.

Hardening:

Allow the D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 tool steel to soak at 750-800°C after preheating it. The tools are then heated to 1000-1040°C for air cooling and 980°C for oil quenching. Soak for thirty minutes per 25mm of the ruling part at the temperature, then cool or quench as needed. When heating for hardening, it is critical not to surpass 1040°C.

Tempering:

Tempering of D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 tool steel should be done with the least possible delay after hardening, preferably when the tools still hand warm. Double tempering is recommended. Heat slowly and uniformly. When the D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 has reached the desired temperature, soak for at least one hour per 25mm of section. The second tempering should be a repetition of the first.

Stress Relieving:

The Stress relief must be done after rough machining. To stress relief, heat the component to approx. 600-650°C in the case of D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 steel. Then it should be Soaked well and cooled in the furnace or in the air.

Normalizing:

D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 steel normalizing process should be avoided because there are chances of distortion due to stress with faster cooling .

Annealing:

It is necessary to heat gently and consistently to 900°C for the annealing of D2/ DIN 2379/ AISI D2 steel. Then it must soak for three to four hours before cooling in the furnace till room temperature. Reheat to 800–1040°C, then soak for another three–four hours. Allow the furnace to drop to room temperature.

Welding:

The metal should always be welded in the annealed or hardened condition always. Hence, it should be used with lowest possible weld current, Peen each weld after completion, ensure parts are clean. Avoid excess joint restraints.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
840 – 870	Furnace	max. 250

Stress-relief annealing °C	Cooling
approx. 660-710	Furnace

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
1000-1050	Air, oil or saltbath, 500-550 °C	63

Tempering °C after quenching	100	200	300	400	500	525	550	600
HRC	64	61.5	58.5	58.5	59	60	57	50

Application

HCHCR D2 tool steel applicable for cold stamping or forming dies, cold forming rolls, Chipper knives, Punches, slitters, shear blades, tools, tyre shredders, trimming, cutting Threading Dies , stamping tools Etc.

D2 Tool Steel – Frequently Asked Questions

What does HcHCr stand for, and what is D2?

HcHCr stands for High-Carbon, High-Chromium — the Indian and Asian market name for AISI D2, a cold-work tool steel widely used for its outstanding wear resistance and dimensional stability during heat treatment.

What is the chemical composition of D2?

D2 contains 1.40–1.60% Carbon, 11.00–13.00% Chromium, 0.70–1.20% Molybdenum, 0.50–1.10% Vanadium, 0.10–0.60% Manganese, and 0.10–0.60% Silicon. The high carbon and chromium contents create large volumes of hard carbides responsible for its exceptional abrasion resistance.

What role does the high chromium content play in D2?

Chromium forms hard carbides that give D2 its wear resistance, provides mild corrosion resistance (semi-stainless), and enables air hardening — which improves dimensional stability during heat treatment.

What are the key mechanical properties of D2?

In the annealed condition D2 reaches 217–255 HB. After hardening it achieves 58–62 HRC with a tensile strength of approximately 1900 MPa and a compressive strength exceeding 2700 MPa. Density is 7.70 g/cm³.

How good is the wear resistance of D2 compared to other tool steels?

D2 is the benchmark for cold-work abrasion resistance. A2 offers roughly half the wear resistance of D2, while O1 is around 30%. H13 is lower still, as it is designed for hot-work applications. PM grades like CPM D2 exceed standard D2 due to finer carbide distribution.

Does D2 have corrosion resistance?

D2 offers mild corrosion resistance and is sometimes called semi-stainless, but it will rust if exposed to moisture. Always clean, dry, and oil D2 tools during storage. For aggressive corrosion environments, choose 440C or a powder metallurgy stainless grade instead.

How dimensionally stable is D2 during heat treatment?

D2 is air-hardening and shows minimal distortion, typically 0.05–0.08% expansion. This predictable behaviour makes it ideal for precision blanking dies, gauges, and close-tolerance tooling.

What is the recommended hardening temperature for D2?

D2 is austenitized at 1010–1040 °C (1850–1900 °F). Lower temperatures in this range give better toughness (~58–60 HRC), while higher temperatures give maximum hardness (~61–62 HRC). Vacuum or controlled-atmosphere furnaces are strongly recommended to prevent decarburization.

How is D2 quenched after hardening?

D2 is air-hardening. Still air is sufficient for sections up to 75 mm; forced air or fan cooling is used for larger sections up to 150 mm. Pressurized gas in a vacuum furnace gives the best dimensional control for large or complex tooling. Temper immediately once the part cools to 50–70 °C — never allow it to reach room temperature first.

What are the main applications of D2?

D2 is widely used for blanking and piercing dies, drawing dies, forming tools, circular slitting knives, shear blades, precision gauges, powder compaction dies, and woodworking knives. Any cold-work application where abrasion resistance is the primary requirement is a strong candidate for D2.

Can D2 be used for plastic injection molds?

D2 is suitable for wear plates and inserts where abrasive plastics such as glass-filled or mineral-filled resins are processed. It is not recommended for high-polish molds or corrosive resins — for those applications use S136, 1.2083, or 420SS.

Can D2 be welded?

D2 is very difficult to weld due to its high carbon and chromium content. It should only be attempted for die repair by experienced welders. Preheat to 300–400 °C, use a matching filler rod, maintain interpass temperature above 260 °C, and temper immediately after welding before the part cools to room temperature. Failure to do so almost always results in cracking.

Is D2 the same as 1.2379 in the European standard?

Yes. D2 (AISI/SAE), HcHCr (India), 1.2379 / X155CrVMo12-1 (DIN/EN), SKD11 (JIS), BD2 (BS), and Kh12MF (GOST) are all equivalent designations. Minor compositional differences exist between standards, so always verify the chemistry against your specification before substituting one for another.

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D2 Tool Steel is a high carbon, high chromium grade that offers excellent wear resistance, toughness and dimensional stability and is a popular choice in a wide range of industries. It is extensively used in automotive tooling, precision die making, metal stamping, plastic mold making and industrial cutting tools where long service life and dependable performance are of utmost importance. D2 Tool Steel is used by manufacturers to make high-precision dies, punches, shear blades, gauges, and machine parts that can stand up to harsh operating conditions. Virat Special Steels’ D2 Tool Steel, with its consistent performance, superior durability and cost-effective manufacturing solutions, is the ideal choice for industries to achieve precision, productivity and long-lasting results..

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HCHCR-D3 Steel

Grade Brief:

Virat Special Steels is the largest Supplier & Stockiest of HCHCR-D3 Steel in India.
D3 Steel Having 12 % ledeburitic chromium tool steel with great wears resistance . Basically utilized as cutting tools for sheets up to 4 mm thickness, trimming dies, blanking dies for paper and plastics, shear cutting edges and rotational shear edges for sheet thicknesses up to 2 mm.

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Steel Properties

D3 Steel having properties of High Carbon 2% and High chromium 12 % tool steel with high wear resistance.

Its supply condition is normally annealed to easy machining which recommended hardness is 57-58
HRC after making the dies & tools.

Mechanical Properties:

Impact Toughness	28 J/cm2
Hardness	58-64 HRC
Poisson’s Ratio	0.27-0.30
Modulus of elasticity	190-210 GPa

Physical Properties

The physical properties can vary slightly depending on the specific composition and heat treatment of the D3 steel. Its always recommended to refer to the manufacturer’s specifications for precise information.

Coefficient of thermal expansionat °C	20-100	20-200	20-300	20-400	20-500	20-600	20-700
*10^-6 m/(mK)**	10.7	11.6	12.3	12.6	12.9	13.2	13.3

Thermal Conductivity at °C	20	350	700
*W/(mK)**	16.6	20.5	24.3

Heat Treatment & Processes:

Heat Treatment

Heat treatment Process includes the parameters like temperatures, the rate of heating, cooling, soaking time ,the type of furnace, quenching medium, and workpiece transfer facilities.

Forging:

D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 should be pre-heated at 900-950°C, then increase to 1050-1100°C. Soak until evenly warm. At high temperatures, D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 tool steel becomes quite hard. As a result, the initial hammer blows must be mild, and the temperature must not go below 1020°C until the metal begins to flow. The final forging temperature should not be less than 900°C.

Stress Relieving:

The Stress relieving must be done after rough machining. To stress relief, heat the component to approx 600-650°C in the case of D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 steel. Then it should be Soaked well and cool in the furnace or in the air.

Normalizing:

The hardness after normalization is 55 HRC. The specimen gets tougher after normalizing than after annealing. This is because a higher number of undissolved carbide particles develop, causing the specimen to become brittle.

Annealing:

It is necessary to heat gently and consistently to 900°C for the annealing of D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 steel. Then it must be soaked for three to four hours before cooling in the furnace till room temperature. Reheat to 800–1040°C, then soak for another three–four hours. Allow the furnace to drop to room temperature.

Welding:

D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 tool steel Welding process should be avoided, if possible Due to the high risk of crack formation welding. However when welding is essential, the following guides must be followed:
– Welding of soft annealed D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 tool steel (Preheat to 300 – 500°C, Weld at 300-500°C, Immediately stress relieve) Electrode: Cr-Mo alloy electrode for welding structural steel.
– Welding in connection with hardening of soft annealed D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 tool steel.(Heat to austenitizing temperature, Cool to approx. 500°C, Weld at approx. 500°C, Cool to approx. 100°C in the same way as at normal hardening, then temper to desired hardness). Double tempering will reduce the risk of crack formation.
Electrode: Hard-facing electrode.)
– Repair welding of D3/ DIN 2080 / AISI D3 tool steel is hardened and tempered in condition.(Preheat to the tempering temperature (min. 200°C) previously used, Weld at tempering temperature, Heat immediately to tempering temperature, but max. 300°C. Soaking time 3 hours, Cool in the air to approx. 80°C, Heat to tempering temperature. Soaking time 2 hours.) Electrode: Hard-facing electrode.

Soft annealing °C	Cooling	Hardness HB
810 – 850	Furnace	max. 250

Stress-relief annealing °C	Cooling
approx. 670-720	Furnace

Hardening °C	Quenching	Hardness after quenching HRC
940 – 970	Oil	64.5
950-980	Air (up to 30 mm thickness)	64.5

Tempering °C after Quenching	100	200	300	400	500	600
HRC	63.5	61.5	58	57.5	55	47

Application

HCHCR D3 is used in cold Dies & tooling application that required the achievement of high degree of accuracy in
hardening & tempering, such as dies drawing, forming cold rolls, powder metal tooling and blanking and
trimming dies, blanking dies for paper and plastics, shear blades , cold die punches , Ejector pins etc.