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H-13 is a chromium-molybdenum-vanadium steel grade known for its exceptional toughness, thermal fatigue resistance, and stability in high-heat environments. As one of the most widely used hot work tool steels, H-13 offers excellent hardness retention, wear resistance, and machinability, making it ideal for demanding tooling applications.
High-Temperature Strength:
H-13 maintains its hardness and structural integrity under extreme heat, up to 1000°F (538°C), making it ideal for hot die applications.
Excellent Toughness:
This steel grade withstands thermal shock and mechanical stress, reducing the risk of cracking during frequent heating and cooling cycles.
Wear and Abrasion Resistance:
H-13 offers long service life in abrasive environments due to its durable composition and surface hardness.
Air Hardening Capability:
It can be air hardened, allowing for more uniform hardness and minimized distortion during heat treatment.
H-13 can be heat-treated to achieve high hardness levels while retaining toughness. It is supplied in an annealed condition and can be easily machined prior to hardening. After heat treatment, it offers excellent dimensional stability and polishability—making it suitable for precision tooling.
If you’re looking for a reliable hot work steel that balances strength, toughness, and thermal resistance, H-13 is a go-to solution. Its versatility in tooling and die applications ensures long tool life, reduced maintenance, and consistent performance under intense heat and pressure.
P-20 steel is supplied in a hardened and tempered condition but can also be further hardened through nitriding or carburizing processes to enhance surface hardness. This makes it suitable for extended production runs where higher wear resistance is required.
We deliver H-13 steel cut to your exact dimensions, saving you time, reducing material waste, and streamlining your production process.
Our H-13 steel is sourced from trusted mills and tested for high-temperature resistance, thermal shock durability, and structural integrity under extreme conditions.
With fast lead times and dependable logistics, we ensure your hot work tooling projects stay on schedule without compromise.
We understand the tooling demands of the die casting, extrusion, forging, and automotive sectors. Our team offers personalized support to help you select the right steel grade for your specific application.
Whether you need a single custom piece or large-volume orders, we offer flexible purchasing options to meet small shops and large manufacturers alike.
From H-13 to P-20, A2, S7, and 4140HT, we stock a wide range of specialty steels for tool and die makers, metal formers, and precision manufacturers.
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