D2/1.2379 Cold Work Die Steel Bar
D2/1.2379 cold work die steel bar is characterized by its high wear resistance, high compressive strength, and good through-hardening properties. It is commonly used in cold work applications such as blanking, forming, and thread rolling dies, as well as long-run tooling.
Technical Specifications
Product Overview
High-Performance Cold Work Die Steel
The D2/1.2379 Cold Work Die Steel Bar is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel engineered for exceptional wear resistance and high compressive strength. It features superior toughness and excellent thermal fatigue properties, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications. Produced via the ESR (Electro-Slag Remelting) process, this steel offers improved transverse properties and dimensional stability during heat treatment.
Key Features
- Material Characteristics
- High Wear ResistanceHigh Compressive StrengthExcellent Thermal FatigueSmall Heat DeformationESR Processed
Applications
Typical Applications
- Hot punches
- Die casting dies
- Forging dies
- Hot shear blades
- Hot gripper dies
- Hydro forming tools
- Plastic processing screws
- Extrusion tooling
Chemical Composition
Chemical Analysis (%)
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.38 |
| Silicon (Si) | 1 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.4 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 5.1 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 1.4 |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.5 |
Maximum Impurity Levels
0.003 %
Phosphorus (P)
0.005 %
Sulfur (S)
