HCHCR - High Carbon High Chromium
HCHCR Steel Product Showcase
Browse high carbon high chromium steel forms suited to high-wear industrial environments.
Steel Grades: D2 & D3 (HCHCR)
Review the key characteristics and technical data for High Carbon High Chromium grades.
D2 GRADE STEEL
HCHCR D2
D2 High Carbon High Chromium Steel
A cold work tool steel known for high resistance to wear and abrasion with balanced toughness.
D3 GRADE STEEL
HCHCR D3
D3 High Carbon High Chromium Steel
An alloy tool steel offering maximum abrasion resistance for long-run tooling applications.
Area of Applications
HCHCR steel grades (D2 & D3) are used in heavy-duty cold work and precision cutting processes.
D2 / D3Cold Work Tools
High wear resistance for cold forming and shaping tools.
D2 / D3Cutting Dies
Precision dies requiring edge retention under high shearing pressure.
D2 GRADEStamping Dies
Durable tooling for sheet metal stamping and forming operation.
D2 / D3Knives & Blades
Industrial knives and shear blades operating under constant friction.
D2 GRADEThread Rolling Dies
Tooling designed for continuous thread forming with high deformation strength.
D3 GRADEBlanking Tools
Precision blanking punches and dies for high-volume production cycles.
D2 / D3Long-Run Dies
Industrial production dies built for maximum operational longevity.
D2 / D3Drawing Dies & Gauges
Wire drawing, tube drawing dies, and precision measurement gauges.
Technical Data
Chemical composition and mechanical properties for HCHCR (D2 & D3).
| Element | Composition range |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 1.40–1.60% |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.10–0.60% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.10–0.60% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 11.0–13.0% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.70–1.20% |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.50–1.10% |
| Element | Composition range |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 2.00–2.35% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 11.0–13.5% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.10–0.60% |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Hardness (Annealed) | 255 HB |
| Hardness (Hardened) | 58–62 HRC |
| Wear Resistance | Excellent |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Hardness (Annealed) | 255 HB |
| Hardness (Hardened) | 60–64 HRC |
| Abrasion Resistance | Very High |
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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