Nestled in the industrial heart of Safat, Kuwait, Nimish Metal has built a reputation for providing top-tier industrial materials. We take particular pride in our supply of High-Speed Steel T42 Bars, representing the pinnacle of cutting tool performance. Crafted for those who demand precision and durability, these bars are the ideal choice for creating tools that must withstand aggressive machining and high-temperature operations, ensuring your operations run smoothly and efficiently.
The strength of T42 steel comes from its sophisticated composition, which blends high carbon, tungsten, molybdenum, chromium, and vanadium. This specific recipe creates an exceptional balance of hardness and toughness. Mechanically, it maintains a keen cutting edge even when things heat up, a property known as red-hardness. This allows tools made from these bars to perform heavy-duty cutting, drilling, and milling tasks at high speeds without losing their sharpness or shape.
| 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.
Industries relying on precision and speed find these bars indispensable. They are primarily used to fabricate high-performance cutting tools like drill bits, taps, reamers, and milling cutters. In demanding workshops and production lines, these tools excel in machining tough materials such as alloy steels, stainless steel, and even some hardened steels. The result is a significant boost in productivity, with tools that last longer and perform better, reducing downtime and maintenance costs for your business.






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