H13 Steel Billets
AISI H13 hot work tool steel. A hot work tool steel with good toughness and resistance to thermal fatigue at high temperature.
H13 chemical composition
| C | 0.32 – 0.45 % |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.80 – 1.20 % |
| Mn | 0.20 – 0.50 % |
| Cr | 4.75 – 5.50 % |
| Mo | 1.10 – 1.75 % |
| V | 0.80 – 1.20 % |
Indicative ranges from the common grade standard. The final analysis is as per the order and the heat test certificate.
Equivalent grades
X40CrMoV5-1 / 1.2344
Equivalents are approximate. See the grade equivalents guide.
H13 billets and blooms
H13 billets and blooms are forged into die blocks and tooling. Soundness and carbide distribution are the key quality checks.
Kesari Alloys supplies H13 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: Hardened and tempered. Needs controlled soaking and cooling to avoid distortion and cracking.
Typical uses of H13
- Forging dies and die inserts
- Die casting dies
- Extrusion tooling
- Hot stamping tools
Related grades
H13 questions
What is H13 steel used for?
H13 is used for forging dies and die inserts, die casting dies, extrusion tooling, hot stamping tools.
What is the equivalent of H13?
X40CrMoV5-1 / 1.2344. Equivalents are approximate, so check the limits in your specification.
Does Kesari Alloys supply H13 billets?
Yes. H13 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.