HDS - Hot Die Steel
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Steel Grades: H13 & H11
Review the key characteristics and indicative data supplied for the two featured hot-work tool steel grades.
H13 GRADE STEELAISI H13 / DIN 1.2344H13 Chromium Hot-Work Tool Steel
A versatile hot-work tool steel known for high-temperature toughness, thermal shock resistance and resistance to heat checking.
H11 GRADE STEELAISI H11 / DIN 1.2343H11 Tough Hot-Work Die Steel
A hot-work steel option associated with toughness and ductility for tooling exposed to repeated impact and thermal stress.
Industrial Applications
Hot-work steel is used across tooling environments where heat, pressure and repeated production cycles are key considerations.
H13 GRADEDie Casting Dies
Ideal for aluminum and zinc pressure die casting moulds subjected to intense heat cycles.
H13 / H11Forging Dies
Heavy hammer dies and press inserts requiring superior impact toughness under continuous impact.
H13 GRADEExtrusion Dies
Precision tooling for aluminum and copper extrusion mandrels and die liners.
H11 / H13Hot Shear Blades
Industrial shearing blades operating at hot cut temperatures, maintaining high cutting edge hardness.
H13 GRADEHot Work Punches
Piercing punches and hot forming tools with extreme temperature resistance and mechanical strength.
H11 GRADEMandrels
Hollow tube extruding mandrels crafted for dimensional stability and uniform heat dissipation.
H13 GRADEPlastic Moulds
High-finish plastic injection moulding inserts demanding high polishability and toughness.
H13 GRADEPressure Die Casting
Tooling components under direct liquid metal contact under severe pressure and thermal strain.
Technical Data
Indicative chemical composition ranges for the featured grades.
| Element | Composition range |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.32–0.45% |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.80–1.20% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.20–0.50% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 4.75–5.50% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 1.10–1.75% |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.80–1.20% |
| Element | Composition range |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.33–0.43% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 4.75–5.50% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 1.10–1.60% |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.30–0.60% |
| Property | Indicative value |
|---|---|
| Annealed hardness | 229–255 HB |
| Tensile strength | 1000–1200 MPa |
| Yield strength | 850–1000 MPa |
| Impact toughness | High toughness |
| Property | Indicative value |
|---|---|
| Annealed hardness | 210–240 HB |
| Tensile strength | 900–1100 MPa |
| Yield strength | 750–900 MPa |
Note: Values shown are reference ranges for presentation purposes and may vary by standard, supplier, product form and heat treatment. Confirm material certificates and applicable standards before purchase or production use.
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