Tool Steel and Tool Steel Grades
Tool steel and tool steel grades have a high hardness obtained through alloy composition and heat treatments. They are typically very brittle and cannot be welded.
| Alloy Properties | |
|---|---|
| Representative Alloys | D2, A2 |
| Applications | Where high hardness and rigidity are needed |
| Limitations | Non-weldable |
| Typical Uses | Tooling fixtures |
| Machinability | Difficult depending on the heat treat condition |
| Weldability | Non-weldable |
| Corrosion Resistance | None |
