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D3 | DIN 2080 | AISI D3
Key Features
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Very High Wear Resistance
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High Surface Hardness After Heat Treatment
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Low Toughness for High Wear Application
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Corrosion-Resistant in Dry Environments
Size Range
Round Bar
80 mm To 370 mm Diameter
Flat Bar
80mm*80mm To 410mm*205mm
About the Steel
1.2080 / D3 Tool Steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold work tool steel known for its exceptional wear resistance and high surface hardness after heat treatment. It offers good dimensional stability and edge retention, making it ideal for tooling that requires minimal deformation under high abrasion. However, D3 is best suited for low-impact applications due to its relatively low toughness. It responds well to both air and oil hardening, allowing flexible heat treatment options with limited distortion.
Applications
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Wear-Resistant Tooling
Performs well in tools subjected to continuous abrasion.
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Forming & Drawing Tools
Maintains sharp edges in abrasive forming processes.
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Cold Rolling Rolls
Suitable for rolling non-ferrous and light metal sections.
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Blanking & Punching Dies
Ideal for high-wear, low-impact cold work operations.
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Wear-Resistant Tooling
Performs well in tools subjected to continuous abrasion.
Manufacturing
Process flow for manufacturing D3 steel
Melting
Ingots melted in EIF, impurities fully killed and followed LRF and VD process at Client's request. Ingots annealed
Forging
Press Forged with reduction ratio of 2.5 to 3 times
Heat Treatment
Full annealing cycle post forging
Quality Test
Ultrasonic, Hardness, Mechanical, Microstructure testing of the metal at a NABL approved lab
Proof Machining
Proof machining of Forged Rounds and Flats as per Client's requirements
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