W302 Hot Work Tool Steel

Description

W302 is a hot work tool steel with 5% chromium. It has good hot toughness as well as a high hot hardness and a high resistance against heat-checkings. The combination of these properties makes it a standard choice in extrusion, forging and low-pressure die casting.

Hot work steels harden from use.

Available in Round Bars in three thicknesses:

• 20.5mm
• 30.5mm
• 35.8mm

Chemical composition: C 0.39%, Si 1.10%, Mn 0.40%, Cr 5.20%, Mo 1.30%, V 0.95%

Heat Treatment

Heat steel to 1,020-1,080 deg C, Hold for 15 to 30 minutes then Quench in Oil, salt bath (500 – 550°C [932-1022°F]), air, or vacuum. After hardening, temper to the desired working hardness.

For more detailed specifications and heat treatment infomation, see HERE

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