Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars

Rashid Metals in Muscat, Oman supplies Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars that deliver the kind of sharpness, stability and honest craftsmanship toolmakers truly rely on. W1 steel is known for its clean composition and excellent edge-holding power, making it ideal for applications where precision matters every single time. Rashid Metals ensures each bar is produced with consistent quality and attention to detail, giving machinists, blacksmiths and manufacturing units the confidence to create tools that perform steadily under pressure. These W1 Bars stand out for their simplicity, strength and the dependable performance they bring to daily industrial use.


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What is Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars?

Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars are primarily high-carbon steel with minimal alloying elements, giving them outstanding hardness and a fine grain structure. They provide excellent wear resistance, strong tensile strength and impressive edge retention after heat treatment. W1 Steel responds exceptionally well to water hardening, producing a tough, sharp finish ideal for precision tools. The material offers good machinability in its annealed condition and maintains structural stability during shaping. Its high carbon content ensures strong cutting performance, making W1 Bars reliable for tools requiring accuracy and long lasting durability.

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Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars Specifications

  • Standard : ASTM A681, ASME SA681
  • Dimensions : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI
  • Form : Round
  • Diameter : 10 mm ~ 900 mm
  • Size : 0.08 mm to 25.00 mm
  • Diameter Range : 0.040 mm – 12 mm (0.0016” – 0.4724”)
  • Application : Lathe Tools, Milling Cutter, Cutter Blades, Boring Tools, Twist drills, Milling Knives, Reamers, Taps, Metalcutting saws, Screw Cutting Tools, File Cutter’s Chissels, Drills, Hobs, Drill Bits, Tread cutting tools etc

Chemical Compositions of Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars

Element Content (%)
C 0.70-1.50
Mn 0.10-0.40
Si 0.10-0.40
Cr 0.15
Ni 0.2
Mo 0.1
W 0.15
V 0.1
Cu 0.2
P 0.025
S 0.025

Mechanical Properties of Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars

Properties Metric Imperial
Tensile strength, ultimate 1680 MPa 244000 psi
Tensile strength, yield 1500 MPa 218000 psi
Poisson’s ratio (25°C) 0.27-0.30 0.27-0.30
Elongation at break 3.50% 3.50%
Bulk modulus 140 GPa 20300 ksi
Shear modulus 80.0 GPa 11600 ksi
Elastic modulus 190-210 GPa 27557-30458 ksi
Charpy impact, unnotched 86.0 J 63.4 ft-lb
Hardness, Brinell (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) 498 498
Hardness, Knoop (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) 558 558
Hardness, Rockwell C 50.0-51.0 50.0-51.0
Hardness, Vickers (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) 531 531
Machinability (based on AISI 1212 steel as 100% machinability) 40 40

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Physical Properties of Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars

Properties Metric Imperial
Density 7.83 g/cm3 0.283 lb/in3
Melting point 1435°C 2615°F

Thermal Properties of Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars

Properties Conditions
T (ºC) Treatment
Thermal expansion 10.4 x 10-6/ºC 20-100
Thermal conductivity 48.3 x W/mK 100

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Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars Types

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are recyclable, reducing environmental impact. However, their production involves energy-intensive processes. Sustainable practices can enhance their eco-friendliness, such as using recycled materials and cleaner manufacturing methods.

Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are not highly resistant to corrosion, as they are high-carbon steels. They can rust when exposed to moisture, requiring proper maintenance, such as coating or regular oiling, to prevent corrosion.

Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are not ideal for structural applications due to their high carbon content, which makes them brittle and less ductile. They are better suited for tools, dies, and cutting applications where hardness and wear resistance are crucial. For structural applications, steels with better toughness and strength, like carbon or alloy steels, are preferred.

Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars Uses

Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars are widely used for crafting tools that demand sharp edges, detailed shaping and tight precision. They’re ideal for making chisels, knives, punches, cutters, drill bits, gauges and fine hand tools used by machinists and metalworkers. Blacksmiths value W1 Bars for forging blades and instruments that must maintain strength and sharpness even with frequent use. Workshops use them to produce measuring tools and dies that require accurate performance. Because W1 Steel hardens quickly and holds an edge well, it remains a popular choice for craftsmen, toolmakers and industrial units seeking dependable, high performance tooling.

 

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