Dhruv Metals, located in Hyderabad, India, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch Tool and Die Steel H13 Bars. With a strong commitment to quality, Dhruv Metals provides high-performance H13 steel bars that adhere to international standards for durability, strength, and precision. Equipped with cutting-edge facilities and a passion for innovation, the company caters to a diverse array of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and die-making. Dhruv Metals is dedicated to maintaining consistent quality and ensuring timely deliveries, making it the go-to choice for clients in search of dependable Tool and Die Steel solutions.
H13 Tool and Die Steel is a chromium-molybdenum-vanadium alloy, typically composed of 5.0% Cr, 1.3% Mo, 1.0% V, 0.4% C, and the rest being iron. This alloy boasts remarkable toughness, impressive wear resistance, and solid thermal fatigue strength. H13 steel remains stable even at high temperatures, achieving a hardness of 48–52 HRC after heat treatment. Its tensile strength falls between 1,500–1,900 MPa, and it offers good machinability and polishability. The uniform hardness and resistance to softening make it an excellent choice for hot work and tooling applications.
| ASTM A681 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| H13 | 0.32 | 0.45 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.8 | 1.25 | 4.75 | 5.5 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 1.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| 1.2344 /X40CrMoV5-1 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 0.25 | 0.5 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 0.85 | 1.15 | 1.1 | 1.5 |
| JIS G4404 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| SKD61 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 0.25 | 0.5 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 0.8 | 1.15 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Tensile strength, ultimate (@20°C/68°F, varies with heat treatment) | 1200 – 1590 MPa | 174000 – 231000 psi |
| Tensile strength, yield (@20°C/68°F, varies with heat treatment) | 1000 – 1380 MPa | 145000 – 200000 psi |
| Reduction of area (@20°C/68°F) | 50.00% | 50.00% |
| Modulus of elasticity (@20°C/68°F) | 215 GPa | 31200 ksi |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A681 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4404 |
| Grades | H13 | 1.2344/X40CrMoV5-1 | SKD61 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| T (ºC) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 10.4 x 10-6/ºC | 20-100 | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 28.6 W/mK | 215 | – |
When choosing Tool and Die Steel H13 bars, consider factors such as hardness, heat resistance, wear resistance, toughness, machinability, and the specific requirements of the application, including temperature and load conditions.
Tool and Die Steel H13 bars offer limited corrosion resistance due to their high alloy content, but they can still be susceptible to rusting in harsh environments. To improve corrosion resistance, they may require additional surface treatments like coating or regular maintenance to prevent degradation.
Tool and Die Steel H13 Bars are extensively utilized in industries that demand high-performance hot work tools. Typical applications include die-casting dies, extrusion dies, hot shear blades, forging dies, and mandrels. The high thermal shock resistance of H13 steel makes it ideal for die casting with aluminum, zinc, and magnesium. It’s also employed in plastic molding tools that require exceptional wear resistance and a fine surface finish. Thanks to its ability to retain strength and hardness at elevated temperatures, H13 steel is a preferred material in the automotive, aerospace, and heavy engineering sectors for crafting durable and reliable components that can withstand extreme working conditions.
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