D2 Steel Billets
AISI D2 cold work tool steel. A high carbon, high chromium tool steel with very good wear resistance, used for cold work tooling.
D2 chemical composition
| C | 1.40 – 1.60 % |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.60 max % |
| Mn | 0.60 max % |
| Cr | 11.0 – 13.0 % |
| Mo | 0.70 – 1.20 % |
| V | 1.10 max % |
Indicative ranges from the common grade standard. The final analysis is as per the order and the heat test certificate.
Equivalent grades
X153CrMoV12 / 1.2379 approx. · SKD11 (JIS) approx.
Equivalents are approximate. See the grade equivalents guide.
D2 billets and blooms
D2 billets and blooms are supplied to tooling and die manufacturers.
Kesari Alloys supplies D2 as continuous cast billets and blooms from 100 × 100 to 250 × 250 mm and 200 mm round, in lengths up to 12 metres. See the billet size chart for weight per metre.
Heat treatment: Annealed for machining, then hardened and tempered. Care is needed in forging because of the carbide network.
Typical uses of D2
- Blanking and forming dies
- Shear blades
- Punches
- Wear-resistant tooling
Related grades
D2 questions
What is D2 steel used for?
D2 is used for blanking and forming dies, shear blades, punches, wear-resistant tooling.
What is the equivalent of D2?
X153CrMoV12 / 1.2379 approx. · SKD11 (JIS) approx.. Equivalents are approximate, so check the limits in your specification.
Does Kesari Alloys supply D2 billets?
Yes. D2 is available as continuous cast billets and blooms (100 to 250 mm and 200 mm round, up to 12 m). Send the size, length, quantity and standard to info@ksl.in for a quotation.