Tool steel machining and Wire EDM.
Tool steel components for dies, punches, fixturing, and wear-critical applications. A2 and D2 are stocked; Wire EDM handles features after heat treatment.
Grades
Grades supported.
| Grade | |
|---|---|
| A2 | Stocked or sourced for qualified tool steel programs. |
| D2 | Stocked or sourced for qualified tool steel programs. |
Considerations
What engineers should know.
A2 (air-hardening) offers good toughness and dimensional stability through heat treat.
D2 (high-carbon, high-chromium) offers excellent wear resistance for production tooling.
Wire EDM and surface grinding handle close-tolerance features after hardening.
Applications
Typical applications.
- Die and punch components
- Production tooling
- Wear-critical fixturing
Finishing
Surface finishing options.
Heat treatment and surface treatments coordinated through qualified outside processors.
FAQ
Tool Steel — FAQs
The questions engineering and procurement teams ask most often before a first quote.
Can you machine tool steel after heat treat?
Yes. Wire EDM and surface grinding handle features in hardened material; finish turning and milling can be performed in soft state before heat treat depending on geometry.
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