H13 Hot-Work Tool Steel Round Bar: H13 is a chromium-molybdenum-vanadium hot-work tool steel selected for fatigue resistance and toughness in die and mold applications exposed to thermal cycling.
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H13 Hot-Work Tool Steel Round Bar — Technical and Purchasing Reference
| Item | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Material / product designation | H13 Hot-Work Tool Steel Round Bar |
| Relevant purchasing specification | ASTM A681 H13 |
| Material / delivery condition | Annealed machining stock or defined hardened/tempered condition |
| Common machining or wear uses | Hot forging dies, extrusion tooling, casting dies and machined die components |
| Service/selection consideration | Processing and tempering determine the balance of hardness, toughness and heat checking resistance. |
| Mozaic bar-processing scope | Custom OD grinding, polishing, straightening, cutting and packaging by inquiry |
Reference information only, not a certified melt analysis, mechanical test report or inventory guarantee. Use the current governing material/product specification and lot-specific mill documentation to qualify any order.
Application Selection and Material Limitations
Processing and tempering determine the balance of hardness, toughness and heat checking resistance. Common uses include hot forging dies, extrusion tooling, casting dies and machined die components. Suitability depends on grade chemistry, dimensions, strength and condition, the working environment and any surface or dimensional specifications. A related material should not be substituted solely because its marketing name sounds similar.
Centerless Grinding and Bar Finishing
Mozaic Precision Metals can review sourcing and centerless grinding, bar straightening, polishing, chamfering, cut-to-length and packaging for this product. Specify starting size, finished OD and diameter tolerance, length, surface roughness, straightness and inspection requirements separately. Actual capability depends on the material condition and geometry.
Related Grades and Product Alternatives
- a2 tool steel — evaluate grade differences before substitution
- d2 tool steel — evaluate grade differences before substitution
Frequently Asked Questions
Which material condition should I order?
Annealed machining stock or defined hardened/tempered condition. Include the applicable purchasing standard, section size, certifications and target properties; heat-treatment schedules and mechanical values cannot be assumed across all conditions.
Can I substitute a similar grade?
Processing and tempering determine the balance of hardness, toughness and heat checking resistance. Obtain approval against the drawing and verify the ordered chemistry, mechanical properties, finishing response and documentation.
Request a Quote for H13 Hot-Work Tool Steel Round Bar
Send the grade, specifications, temper/condition, bar or tube dimensions, quantity and finish requirements to sales@mozaicprecision.com or call 847-637-8379. You can also request pricing online.