Category: Mold Steel

Detailed Comparison of 12L14 Steel and 4140 Steel

Steel grades are essential to various engineering and manufacturing applications, with each type offering unique properties that make it suitable for specific uses. This comparison explores 12L14 and 4140 steel to highlight their differences in composition, mechanical properties, applications, heat treatment capabilities, weldability, and cost. Overview of 12L14 Steel 12L14 is a low-carbon steel that...

Detailed Comparison of 12L14 and 1045 Steel

Steel remains one of the most versatile and widely used materials in engineering and manufacturing applications due to its strength, durability, and adaptability. Among the numerous grades available, 12L14 and 1045 are two notable types that serve different needs. This document provides a comprehensive comparison of these two steels, exploring their chemical compositions, mechanical properties,...

S45C vs. 42CrMo4: A Comprehensive Comparison

Introduction S45C and 42CrMo4 are two grades of carbon and alloy steel widely used in various engineering and manufacturing applications. This article provides a thorough comparison of these two materials, focusing on their chemical compositions, mechanical properties, heat treatment responses, applications, and their respective advantages and disadvantages. Chemical Composition The chemical composition of both S45C...

What is the difference between cold work die steel and hot work die steel?

Cold work die steel and hot work die steel are differentiated primarily by the conditions under which they are used and their properties: Usage Conditions: Operating Temperatures: Properties: Alloying Elements: In summary, the main difference lies in the temperature conditions under which these steels are used and their respective properties optimized for those conditions. Choosing...

What is the difference between SKD61 and SKD6?

SKD61 and SKD6 are both types of hot work tool steels, but they differ in their compositions and properties, which make them suitable for different applications. SKD61 (H13): SKD6 (H11): Key Differences: In summary, while both SKD61 (H13) and SKD6 (H11) are hot work tool steels, their differences in composition and resulting properties make them...

P20 steel vs 4140 steel

P20 steel and 4140 steel are both popular materials in the field of industrial manufacturing and tooling, but they serve different purposes due to their distinct properties. P20 Steel: 4140 Steel: Comparison: In summary, the choice between P20 steel and 4140 steel depends on the specific requirements of your application. P20 steel is ideal for...
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Why does Cr12MoV material crack after heat treatment?

  Cr12MoV mould steel has good hardenability, hardenability, wear resistance, strength and toughness, thermal stability…… It can be used to manufacture all kinds of cold stamping dies and tools with large cross section, complex shape and heavy working conditions. However, sometimes due to some reasons, Cr12MoV mold steel cracks after heat treatment. So, why does...
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High temperature mechanical properties of M2 high speed steel

M2 high speed steel M2 high speed tool steel was born in 1937. Due to its excellent performance and suitable price, it is still the most widely used high speed steel. It is often used in the processing of aerospace superalloy, ultra-high strength steel and stainless steel and other difficult to work materials. A large...

Comparison of mould steel grades in the world

World mould steel grade comparison table In order to facilitate customers to choose and order mold steel materials more quickly and accurately, Lion Metal Technology Department specially edited this article to list the commonly used grades of mold steel at home and abroad. Its content involves American Finn Cola, Sweden ASSAB, Japan’s Datong, Japan’s Hitachi, Japan’s...