Rashid Metals in Muscat, Oman delivers premium-grade Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars designed for industries that rely on toughness and precision. D2 steel is famous for its exceptional wear resistance, making it a top choice for heavy-duty tooling applications. These bars are crafted with careful attention to quality, ensuring excellent dimensional stability and long service life even under continuous stress. Customers across manufacturing, engineering, and industrial sectors trust Rashid Metals for consistent performance and reliability. With a strong commitment to excellence, the company supplies D2 Bars that stand firm in demanding, high-pressure environments.
Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars are high-carbon, high-chromium steel containing around 12 percent chromium, giving them exceptional hardness and wear resistance. The composition includes carbon, chromium, vanadium, and molybdenum, which together offer high compressive strength and durability. D2 steel provides outstanding edge retention, excellent dimensional stability, and strong hardenability. Its mechanical properties make it suitable for operations involving abrasion, impact, and high temperatures. Even in tough working environments, D2 Bars maintain rigidity and resistance to deformation, delivering consistent performance for long-term industrial use.
| ASTM A681 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| D2 | 1.4 | 1.6 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 11 | 13 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 1.2 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| 1.2379/X153CrMo12 | 1.45 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.15 | 1.6 | 11 | 13 | 0.7 | 1 | 0.7 | 1 |
| JIS G4404 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | ||||||
| SKD11 | 1.4 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.4 | 11 | 13 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 1.2 | ||
| Mechanical Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Hardness, Knoop (converted from Rockwell C hardness) | 769 | 769 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C | 62 | 62 |
| Hardness, Vickers | 748 | 748 |
| Izod impact unnotched | 77.0 J | 56.8 ft-lb |
| 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 A681 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4404 |
| Grades | D2 | 1.2379/X153CrMo12 | SKD11 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
| T (°C) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 10.4 x 10-6/ºC | 20-100 | – |
Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars can be welded, but it's challenging due to their high carbon content. Preheating, post-weld heat treatment, and using specific filler materials are essential.
Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars are semi-corrosion-resistant due to high chromium content (12%). While not fully stainless, they offer moderate resistance to rust in less aggressive environments.
Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars should be stored in a dry, ventilated area to prevent moisture exposure. Use protective coatings like oil or rust inhibitors to minimize corrosion risk.
Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars are widely used for manufacturing dies, cutting tools, blanking tools, trimming dies, shear blades, and industrial knives. Their superior wear resistance makes them ideal for cold working applications where tools experience repetitive pressure and friction. They are also used in punches, forming tools, molds, and high-strength components in automotive and engineering industries. Because D2 steel can maintain hardness even during long cycles, it is favored in tools that require precision, sharp edges, and durability. These bars offer long-term reliability, helping industries achieve consistent output with less tool replacement.






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