1.2601
Standard
DIN EN ISO 4957
Hardness
Annealed ≤255HB, Q&T HRC60-64
Introduction
German standard high carbon high chromium Mo-W cold work die steel (X165CrMoV12). Combines high wear resistance with medium toughness. Suitable for heavy-duty cold work applications and advanced powder metallurgy dies. Quenching at 980-1030°C.
Applications
Cold forming rolls, powder metallurgy dies, heavy-duty blanking dies, ceramic molds, shear blades.
Chemical composition
| Element | Min | Max | Unit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 1.55000 | 1.75000 | % | — |
| Si | 0.10000 | 0.45000 | % | — |
| Mn | 0.20000 | 0.45000 | % | — |
| Cr | 11.00000 | 12.00000 | % | — |
| Mo | 0.50000 | 0.70000 | % | — |
| V | 0.10000 | 0.30000 | % | — |
| W | 0.40000 | 0.60000 | % | — |
A dash means not provided, not zero. Confirm specifications before ordering.