Based in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, Hemi Metals is a trusted name for those in search of exceptional tool steel. We understand that the foundation of any great project lies in the quality of its materials, which is why we take pride in supplying precision D2 steel rods. Our commitment is to provide local engineers, fabricators, and craftspeople with a reliable source for this high-performance metal, ensuring your work is built on a solid foundation from the very start, backed by our knowledgeable, local service.
D2 steel is classified as a high-carbon, high-chromium air-hardening steel. This specific composition gives it a remarkable combination of qualities. After heat treatment, it develops excellent wear resistance, significantly outperforming many other tool steels. It also retains good hardness at elevated temperatures and offers impressive dimensional stability during hardening, meaning it’s less prone to warping. This makes it a robust and durable choice for demanding applications where longevity is crucial.
| C % | V % | Cr % | Mn % | W % |
| 0.95% | 0.20% | 0.50% | 1.25% | 0.50% |
|
mechanical Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|---|---|---|
|
Hardness, Knoop (converted from Rockwell C hardness) |
769 |
769 |
|
Hardness, Rockwell C |
62 |
62 |
|
Hardness, Vickers |
748 |
748 |
|
Izod impact unnotched |
77.0 J |
56.8 ft-lb |
|
Poisson’s ratio |
0.27-0.30 |
0.27-0.30 |
|
Elastic modulus |
190-210 GPa |
27557-30457 ksi |
Yes, D2 Steel Rod may require corrosion protection coatings, especially in humid or harsh environments, to prevent rust and degradation.
D2 Steel Rod can be welded, but it requires proper pre-heating and post-weld heat treatment to avoid cracking and preserve its hardness.
Choose the right D2 Steel Rod based on your application’s required hardness, wear resistance, and machining characteristics, ensuring it matches the specific demands of your tooling or manufacturing process.
The standout wear resistance of D2 steel rods makes them a perfect fit for a wide range of tough jobs. They are commonly machined into long-lasting punches, dies, and forming tools for the metalworking industry. You’ll also find them in woodworking as sturdy planer blades and in various industrial settings as wear strips and shear blades. Essentially, any application where a component faces constant friction and abrasion is an ideal candidate for the durability that Hemi Metals’ D2 rods provide.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Hemi Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Hamilton New Zealand
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