Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars are well-known for their outstanding wear resistance, impressive hardness, and excellent dimensional stability, making them perfect for precision tooling tasks. Produced under strict quality control measures, these bars deliver reliable performance even in tough industrial settings. Thanks to their high carbon and chromium content, they boast superior surface hardness and remarkable durability, which is why D2 bars are often the go-to choice for tools that need to maintain a sharp edge and resist wear. They’re widely utilized in industries where precision, strength, and wear resistance are crucial for smooth and dependable operations.
These D2 Bars are primarily made from a high carbon and high chromium alloy, giving them exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and a bit of toughness. Mechanically, they shine with high compressive strength, excellent abrasion resistance, and good dimensional stability after heat treatment. D2 steel bars keep their properties intact even after repeated use, making them ideal for crafting cutting and forming tools that face significant friction and wear. This blend of toughness and hardness allows them to excel in cold-work tooling applications.
| 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.
You’ll find Tool and Die Steel D2 Bars commonly used to create cutting tools, punches, dies, shear blades, knives, and forming tools. They’re particularly suited for cold-work applications in sectors like automotive, metalworking, and manufacturing, where high wear resistance and long tool life are vital. D2 bars are also employed in blanking, stamping, and die-casting processes, delivering dependable performance under repeated mechanical stress. With their unique combination of hardness, durability, and dimensional stability, D2 steel bars guarantee precise and long-lasting performance in demanding tooling and manufacturing tasks.






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