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1.2343,H11,SKD6 Hot Work Tool Steel

1.2343 (equivalent to AISI H11) is a high-chromium hot work tool steel celebrated for its excellent toughness and resistance to thermal shock. Compared to 1.2344, it has a lower vanadium content, providing superior ductility and resistance to cracking. This mould steel maintains high strength at elevated temperatures and exhibits minimal dimensional change during heat treatment. Its high thermal conductivity and air-hardening capabilities make it a reliable choice for complex, high-stress tooling applications.
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Product Overview Of 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


High-Performance Material For Extreme Conditions

When your industrial projects require components that can withstand severe temperature fluctuations, our 1.2343 hot work tool steel provides the perfect foundation. This highly durable chromium-based alloy is meticulously designed to maintain exceptional strength in elevated temperature environments. Compared to alternative grades, it features a highly balanced chemical composition that ensures superior performance under mechanical stress, making it an ideal choice for heavy-duty tooling solutions.


Superior Ductility And Crack Resistance

One of the most notable characteristics of our H11 hot work tool steel is its optimized vanadium content, which directly contributes to its outstanding ductility. This specific metallurgical profile significantly reduces the risk of thermal fatigue and cracking during intense operational cycles. Our production process ensures that the steel maintains minimal dimensional changes during heat treatment, providing you with a highly reliable and structurally sound material for complex tooling requirements.


Product Parameters Of 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


Production Route:

EAF+LF+VD or+ ESR,Forged or Hot Rolled

Heat Treatment:

Annealed or EFS Annealed

Hardness:

≤ 229HB

UT Standards:

Sep 1921 Class3 D/d or E/e

Surface Condition:

Black surface or machined


Size Range:


Flat

Round

Forged

Thickness:

150-600mm

Φ150-700mm

Width:

400-1600mm

Rolled

Thickness:

12-150mm

Φ12-150mm

Width:

150-700mm


Chemical Composition

C

Si

Mn

Cr

Mo

V

SKD6

0.32~0.42

0.80~1.20

≤0.50

4.50~5.50

1.00~1.50

0.30~0.50

1.2343

0.36~0.42

0.90~1.20

0.30~0.50

4.80~5.50

1.10~1.40

0.25~0.50

H11

0.33~0.43

0.80~1.25

0.20~0.60

4.75~5.50

1.10~1.60

0.30~0.60


Product Advantages Of 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


Exceptional Thermal Shock Resistance

Industrial processes that involve rapid heating and cooling cycles demand materials with robust thermal stability. Our SKD6 hot work tool steel excels in these harsh environments by offering incredible resistance to thermal shock and heat checking. The high thermal conductivity ensures that heat is rapidly dissipated, which directly extends the operational lifespan of your critical tools. This resilience translates into lower maintenance costs and significantly reduced downtime for your operational facilities.


Different Surface Conditions


Stable Mechanical Properties

Maintaining consistent mechanical strength at high temperatures is crucial for professional tooling applications. Our high-toughness mould steel delivers unwavering performance, ensuring that your tools do not deform or lose their structural integrity under immense pressure. Whether subjected to continuous impact or sustained heavy loads, this steel grade retains its core hardness, which is tightly controlled around 229HB during the annealed delivery state, ensuring predictable and reliable performance.


Excellent Machinability And Polishability

Efficiency in tool creation is just as important as the final operational durability. We supply this material in various surface conditions, including black, peeled, turned, or precision milled, catering to your specific machining capabilities. The steel's air-hardening capabilities and clean microstructure make it incredibly responsive to precision machining. Furthermore, it takes exceptionally well to high-gloss polishing, which is highly beneficial for intricate molding inserts that require a flawless surface finish.


Product Applications Of 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


Heavy-Duty Die Casting And Hot Forging

Because of its unique ability to resist thermal fatigue, this material is extensively utilized as a primary die casting mould steel for light metals like aluminum and magnesium. It is perfect for creating massive dies and core inserts that face extreme heat. Simultaneously, it serves as an exceptional hot forging die steel, providing the maximum impact strength needed to manufacture forging dies and heavy-duty punches that must not break under extreme mechanical force.


Precision Extrusion And Plastic Moulding

Beyond casting and forging, this versatile material acts as a highly dependable extrusion tooling steel, frequently shaped into dies, mandrels, and liners for extruding copper and aluminum alloys. In the plastic molding sector, it serves as a highly durable tool steel for high-stress inserts that require both dimensional stability and high polishability. Additionally, it is an excellent material choice for hot shearing blades used in cutting heated industrial metals.


Why Choose Us For 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


Fully Integrated Production And Quality Control

ShengHe Metal operates with a completely integrated industrial chain through our 1.6 million square meter headquarters facility. We possess a formidable production capacity, utilizing advanced 40-ton EBT furnaces and massive forging presses up to 5000 tons. Every batch undergoes stringent quality control, including ultrasonic testing according to Sep 1921 Class 3 D/d or E/e standards. Our independent laboratory meticulously analyzes chemical compositions and mechanical structures to ensure consistent, premium quality.


Extensive Stock And Global Supply Chain

With over fifteen years of dedicated export experience, we understand the critical nature of timely material delivery for your projects. We maintain a regular inventory of over 3000 tons of ready stock, allowing us to respond swiftly to urgent industrial demands. Beyond raw materials, our in-house machining facilities offer precision cutting, sawing, and grinding services, providing a comprehensive and highly efficient supply chain solution customized to your exact dimensional requirements.


FAQ Of 1.2343/H11/SKD6 Tool Steel


What standard of steel can you offer for this material?

We produce and supply materials in strict accordance with major international standards, including DIN, AISI, ASTM, JIS, and GB, ensuring complete compatibility with your regional technical requirements.


What is your MOQ for this steel?

Our minimum order quantity for each order is around 25 tons, which equates to one standard container. You can mix different types of steel materials to reach this quantity efficiently.


Do you do quality inspections before delivery?

All products undergo rigorous pre-shipment inspections by our professional quality control team. We perform thorough ultrasonic testing and chemical analysis to guarantee the material meets your specified standards.


Do you provide samples?

Free samples can be provided for your technical evaluation, while the associated express shipping costs will need to be covered by the recipient.



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