SKD61
Standard
JIS G4404
Hardness
Annealed ≤229HB, Q&T HRC44-52
Introduction
Japanese standard hot work die steel, equivalent to H13 type. Excellent combination of hardenability, hot strength and toughness. Widely used in Asian die casting and forging industries. Quenching at 1020-1050°C.
Applications
Aluminum die casting dies, hot extrusion dies, hot forging dies, hot punches, hot shear blades.
Chemical composition
| Element | Min | Max | Unit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 0.32000 | 0.42000 | % | — |
| Si | 0.80000 | 1.20000 | % | — |
| Mn | — | 0.50000 | % | — |
| Cr | 4.50000 | 5.50000 | % | — |
| Mo | 1.00000 | 1.50000 | % | — |
| V | 0.80000 | 1.15000 | % | — |
A dash means not provided, not zero. Confirm specifications before ordering.