Nestled in the heart of Kinshasa, Sadiki Metals stands as a trusted partner for industry, proudly manufacturing and supplying premium High Speed Steel T42 Bars. We understand the demanding nature of modern workshops, which is why our T42 bars are engineered to deliver exceptional performance right here in Congo. Our commitment is to provide local businesses with a reliable source of top-tier tool steel, empowering your operations with materials that meet the highest standards of durability and cutting precision for the most challenging applications.
The strength of our T42 bars comes from a sophisticated composition that includes tungsten, molybdenum, cobalt, and vanadium. This specific blend gives the steel its remarkable ability to retain hardness and strength even when exposed to the high temperatures generated during rapid cutting operations. Essentially, this means your tools will stay sharper for longer, resisting wear and softening, which directly translates to greater efficiency and a superior finish on your workpieces across countless industrial tasks.
| Aisi No. | Work No. | C. | Si. | Mn. | Cr. | Mo. | V. | W. | Co. | |
| T-42 | 1.3207 | 1.28 | 0.23 | 0.20 | 4.15 | 3.55 | 3.25 | 9.5 | 10.0 |
| Density | 2.79 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 640 °C |
| Proof Stress | 270 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 405 Min MPa |
| Elongation | 12 Min % |
| Bohler | AISI | BS | IS | JIS | DIN |
| S 700 | T42 | BT42 | XT125WCo10 CrMo4V3 | SKH-57 | (1.3207) |
| Thermal Expansion | 23.10 x10^-6 /K |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 73 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 121-193 W/m.K |
Yes, T42 Alloy High-Speed Steel Bars can be heat treated. They are typically hardened through heat treatment processes like quenching and tempering to enhance hardness, wear resistance, and performance.
Welding T42 High-Speed Steel Bars is challenging due to their high carbon content and hardness. If welding is required, preheating and post-weld heat treatment are often necessary to prevent cracking and ensure strength.
T42 High-Speed Steel Bars should be stored in a dry, cool environment to prevent rust and corrosion. They should be kept off the ground, ideally on wooden or plastic pallets, and protected from moisture and extreme temperatures.
The primary use for these bars is in the creation of high-performance cutting tools, such as drill bits, end mills, and lathe tools that must operate at extreme speeds without losing their edge. They are indispensable in metalworking shops, automotive manufacturing, and aerospace industries for machining tough materials like stainless steel. Beyond cutting, they are also perfectly suited for heavy-duty punching and forming dies, ensuring reliable performance in high-volume production environments where failure is not an option.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Sadiki Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Kinshasa, Congo
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