Rashid Metals is a trusted manufacturer and supplier of High Speed Steel T1 Bars, proudly based in Muscat, Oman. The company is dedicated to providing top-notch tool steel products that not only meet international standards but also fulfill specific industrial needs. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, a team of skilled professionals, and rigorous quality control measures, Rashid Metals serves a variety of sectors, including tooling, automotive, engineering, and heavy manufacturing. Their High Speed Steel T1 Bars are recognized for their consistent quality, impressive hardness retention, and precise dimensional accuracy, ensuring outstanding cutting performance, a long lifespan, and prompt delivery to clients both regionally and globally.
High Speed Steel T1 Bars are primarily made up of tungsten, carbon, chromium, vanadium, and iron. This unique alloy composition grants them remarkable hot hardness, wear resistance, and cutting efficiency even at high temperatures. Mechanically, HSS T1 showcases high hardness, decent toughness, and robust abrasion resistance after undergoing heat treatment. It retains its cutting edge strength even in high-speed machining scenarios. These mechanical traits make High Speed Steel T1 an excellent choice for applications that demand durability, thermal stability, and dependable performance in challenging machining tasks.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| T1 | 0.62 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 0.90 | 1.30 | … | … | 17.25 | 18.75 | … | … |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| HS18-0-1/1.3355 | 0.73 | 0.85 | … | … | … | … | … | 0.65 | 3.60 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| SKH2 | 0.73 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Density | 8.67 g/cm3 | 0.313 lb/in3 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C | 63.0 – 65.0 | 63.0 – 65.0 |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30457 ksi |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | T1 | HS18-0-1/1.3355 | SKH2 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
| T (°C) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 9.7 x 10-6/ºC | 20-200 more | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 19.9 x W/m-K | 100 more | – |
Yes, High-Speed Steel T1 bars can be welded, but it requires specialized techniques like preheating and post-weld heat treatment to prevent cracking and maintain their hardness and strength properties.
High-Speed Steel T1 bars resist corrosion due to the presence of chromium, which forms a protective oxide layer on the surface. This enhances their resistance to moisture and chemical wear, prolonging tool life.
High Speed Steel T1 Bars find extensive use in crafting cutting tools and precision tooling components. They are commonly used for drill bits, milling cutters, taps, reamers, broaches, and lathe tools. Additionally, they are favored in the production of gear cutting tools, saw blades, and punches due to their superior wear resistance and heat hardness. In industries like automotive, aerospace, and general engineering, High Speed Steel T1 is the go-to choice for tools that require reliable performance, accuracy, and longevity under high-speed and high-temperature cutting conditions.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Rashid Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Muscat, OMAN
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