1.2343
Standard
DIN EN ISO 4957
Hardness
Annealed ≤229HB, Q&T HRC42-50
Introduction
German standard hot work die steel (X37CrMoV5-1), a commonly used H11-type hot work steel in Europe. Good combination of hot strength and toughness for medium die casting and forging dies. Quenching at 1000-1050°C.
Applications
Medium die casting dies, hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies, plastic molding dies.
Chemical composition
| Element | Min | Max | Unit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 0.33000 | 0.41000 | % | — |
| Si | 0.80000 | 1.20000 | % | — |
| Mn | 0.25000 | 0.50000 | % | — |
| Cr | 4.80000 | 5.50000 | % | — |
| Mo | 1.10000 | 1.40000 | % | — |
| V | 0.25000 | 0.50000 | % | — |
A dash means not provided, not zero. Confirm specifications before ordering.