If you are interested in our H21 Tool Steel (1.2367, please get in touch for more details.
Hot work tool steel with good wear resistance at high temperatures, high hardness and tempering strength depending on the application also available in EFS and ESR.
Large die casting tools, tools needing high strength at elevated temperatures, forging dies. mandrels, extrusion dies.
Soft annealed to max. 229 HB.
| Temperature | Cooling | Hardness |
|---|---|---|
| 730-780°C | Furnace | max 299 HB |
| Temperature | Cooling | Hardness |
|---|---|---|
| 600-650°C | Furnace |
| Temperature | Cooling | Hardness |
|---|---|---|
| 1030-1080°C | oil, pressure gas (N₂), air or hot bath 500-550°C | see tempering diagram |
Whether you need tool steels, conventional high-speed steels, or powder metallurgy grades, our friendly team is ready to help meet your requirements. We cut and supply steel products for our customers, across the UK and Ireland, and specialise in niche products as well as standard commercial grades.