Starc Metals stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of Tool and Die Steel H13 Bars, proudly based in Canberra, Australia. Known for its unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Starc Metals delivers premium-grade H13 steel bars that adhere to international standards. With cutting-edge manufacturing facilities and a talented technical team, the company guarantees precision, durability, and performance in every single product. Starc Metals caters to a diverse array of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, providing reliable and cost-effective solutions for challenging tooling and die applications throughout Australia and beyond.
Tool and Die Steel H13 Bars are chromium-molybdenum-vanadium hot-work steels celebrated for their remarkable toughness, wear resistance, and high-temperature strength. The typical makeup includes Carbon (0.32–0.45%), Chromium (4.75–5.50%), Molybdenum (1.10–1.75%), Vanadium (0.80–1.20%), and Silicon (0.80–1.20%). These elements contribute to impressive hardness (usually between 44–52 HRC), excellent thermal fatigue resistance, and dimensional stability during heat treatment. H13 steel retains its strength and toughness even when faced with high thermal and mechanical stress, making it one of the most adaptable and durable tool steels for industrial use.
| ASTM A681 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| H13 | 0.32 | 0.45 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.8 | 1.25 | 4.75 | 5.5 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 1.1 | 1.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| 1.2344 /X40CrMoV5-1 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 0.25 | 0.5 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 0.85 | 1.15 | 1.1 | 1.5 |
| JIS G4404 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| SKD61 | 0.35 | 0.42 | 0.25 | 0.5 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 0.8 | 1.15 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Tensile strength, ultimate (@20°C/68°F, varies with heat treatment) | 1200 – 1590 MPa | 174000 – 231000 psi |
| Tensile strength, yield (@20°C/68°F, varies with heat treatment) | 1000 – 1380 MPa | 145000 – 200000 psi |
| Reduction of area (@20°C/68°F) | 50.00% | 50.00% |
| Modulus of elasticity (@20°C/68°F) | 215 GPa | 31200 ksi |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A681 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4404 |
| Grades | H13 | 1.2344/X40CrMoV5-1 | SKD61 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| T (ºC) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 10.4 x 10-6/ºC | 20-100 | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 28.6 W/mK | 215 | – |
When choosing Tool and Die Steel H13 bars, consider factors such as hardness, heat resistance, wear resistance, toughness, machinability, and the specific requirements of the application, including temperature and load conditions.
Tool and Die Steel H13 bars offer limited corrosion resistance due to their high alloy content, but they can still be susceptible to rusting in harsh environments. To improve corrosion resistance, they may require additional surface treatments like coating or regular maintenance to prevent degradation.
Tool and Die Steel H13 Bars find extensive application in industries that demand high-performance tooling materials capable of enduring extreme heat and pressure. Common uses include hot and cold work tooling, die casting dies, extrusion dies, forging dies, and plastic mold tools. They are also utilized in punches, inserts, and shear blades where durability and heat resistance are paramount. Thanks to their superb combination of toughness, hardness, and resistance to thermal shock, H13 bars are perfect for components that experience repeated heating and cooling cycles in demanding manufacturing settings, ensuring longer tool life and consistent performance.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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