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 | |
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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 |