H13 Tool Steel: Superior Heat Resistance for Industrial Blades

H13 Tool Steel: Premium Hot-Work Blades for Demanding Applications

H13 tool steel is a chromium-based hot-work steel renowned for its exceptional heat resistance, toughness, and thermal fatigue resistance. Our H13 blades are precision-engineered to maintain high hardness (up to 50-54 HRC) at elevated temperatures (up to 600°C/1112°F), ensuring consistent cutting performance in extreme thermal conditions. The optimized composition with vanadium and molybdenum enhances wear resistance and stability during continuous high-temperature operation.

Specifically designed for die casting, hot forging, extrusion, and plastic injection molding applications, H13 steel blades deliver superior performance in metal processing, recycling, and high-temperature cutting operations. They withstand thermal cycling and impact loads while maintaining edge integrity, reducing downtime and increasing productivity in demanding industrial environments.

H13 Tool Steel Design

Stainless Steel

Explore Shengao's stainless steel industrial blades engineered for exceptional corrosion resistance, hygiene, and durability. Ideal for plastic processing, food packaging, chemical applications, and humid environments.

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Carbide Tipped

Explore Shengao's carbide-tipped industrial blades, engineered for extreme wear resistance and 3X longer lifespan than standard blades. Ideal for cutting abrasive materials like metals, plastics, and composites.

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M2 High-Speed

Explore Shengao's M2 high-speed steel blades, engineered for exceptional wear resistance and high-temperature performance. Ideal for plastic crusher knives, shredder blades, and circular blades.

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H13 Tool Steel

Explore Shengao's H13 tool steel blades, engineered for extreme heat resistance and durability. Ideal for die casting, forging, and plastic molding applications, these blades offer exceptional toughness and wear resistance.

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D6 Tool Steel

Shengao's D6 Tool Steel blades, engineered for extreme wear resistance and durability. Ideal for Plastic Crusher Knives, Shredder Blades, and Rotary Blades.

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H13 Tool Steel Industrial Blades by Shengao

At Shengao, we specialize in manufacturing high-performance H13 tool steel blades engineered for extreme heat resistance and durability. Our custom blade service utilizes premium H13 hot-work steel with advanced heat treatment processes including precision tempering (1000-1150°F) and optional nitriding for enhanced surface hardness (up to 70 HRC).

Our H13 blades are designed for demanding applications including die casting, hot forging, metal shredding, and extrusion tools. With superior thermal stability (maintaining hardness up to 600°C/1112°F) and exceptional wear resistance, they deliver 3-5x longer service life than standard alloys. We offer custom geometries, tooth configurations, and sizes tailored to your specific machinery and operational requirements.

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H13 Tool Steel Industrial Blades for High-Temperature Applications

H13 Tool Steel Blades for High-Temperature Applications

H13 Tool Steel Blades for Extreme Heat Resistance

Our H13 tool steel blades are engineered for superior performance in high-temperature industrial applications. Specifically designed to maintain hardness and resist thermal fatigue under extreme conditions, these blades deliver exceptional durability and cutting precision where other steels fail. Key application advantages include:

Exceptional Heat Resistance: Maintains hardness up to 600°C (1112°F) with minimal deformation, ideal for die casting, hot forging, and extrusion applications.

Superior Thermal Fatigue Resistance: Withstands 500+ thermal cycles (1000°F to 70°F) without cracking, 3x more than D2 steel, reducing downtime and replacement frequency.

Enhanced Toughness & Impact Resistance: Provides 15-20% better impact resistance than high-vanadium hot work steels, ensuring reliability in high-stress cutting operations.

Custom Engineering Solutions: Tailored dimensions, edge geometries, and hardness levels (44-48 HRC) for specific machine requirements and material characteristics.

Advanced Surface Treatments: Optional nitriding for surface hardness up to 70 HRC, improving wear resistance at elevated temperatures by 40% for extended service life.

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Shengao H13 Tool Steel Blades Key Features

H13 Industrial Blades for Hot Work Applications

Shengao H13 tool steel blades are engineered for extreme heat resistance and superior durability in demanding industrial applications. With exceptional thermal stability and wear performance, these blades deliver 3-5x longer service life in high-temperature environments.

Exceptional Heat Resistance: Maintains hardness up to 600°C (1112°F) with minimal deformation, ideal for die casting, hot forging and extrusion applications.
Superior Thermal Fatigue Resistance: Withstands 500+ thermal cycles without cracking, reducing downtime in continuous high-temperature operations.
Enhanced Toughness & Impact Resistance: Provides 15-20% better impact resistance than standard alloy steels, ensuring reliability in high-stress cutting operations.
Premium H13 Tool Steel Material: Chromium-molybdenum-vanadium composition ensures excellent wear resistance and dimensional stability for prolonged blade life.
Precision Heat Treatment: Advanced thermal processing achieves optimal hardness (48-52 HRC) while maintaining toughness for extreme conditions.
Custom Engineering Solutions: Tailored dimensions, edge geometries and hardness levels for specific machine requirements and material characteristics.
Application-Specific Design: Optimized for plastic recycling, metal fabrication, die casting and high-temperature cutting applications.

These features make Shengao H13 tool steel blades the optimal choice for professionals seeking extreme durability, precision cutting performance and reduced operational costs in high-temperature industrial environments.

H13 Tool Steel Blades FAQ

Find answers to common questions about Shengao's H13 hot work tool steel blades

What is H13 tool steel and why is it ideal for industrial blades?

H13 is a chromium-molybdenum-vanadium hot work tool steel renowned for its exceptional heat resistance, toughness, and thermal fatigue resistance. Shengao's H13 blades maintain hardness up to 600°C (1112°F) and offer 3-5x longer service life in high-temperature applications compared to standard alloy steels. Its balanced composition provides superior wear resistance and dimensional stability, making it perfect for demanding industrial cutting operations.

Which applications are best suited for H13 tool steel blades?

H13 excels in high-temperature industrial applications including:

Die Casting: Aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting molds
Hot Forging: Hammer and press forging dies
Extrusion: Aluminum and steel extrusion dies
Plastic Molding: High-temperature plastic injection molds
Metal Cutting: Guillotine blades and shear blades for high-temperature materials

Our technical team can recommend the optimal blade configuration for your specific application and material requirements.

What heat treatment does H13 tool steel require?

H13 undergoes specialized heat treatment for optimal performance:

Annealing: At 850-880°C to achieve 200-250 HB hardness
Hardening: Austenitizing at 1020-1080°C followed by air or oil quenching
Tempering: Double tempering at 520-600°C to achieve 44-52 HRC hardness
Optional Nitriding: Surface treatment for enhanced wear resistance (65-70 HRC surface hardness)

Proper heat treatment ensures maximum wear resistance, toughness, and thermal stability for extended blade life.

Can Shengao provide custom H13 tool steel blades?

Yes, we specialize in custom H13 blade solutions: