Hemi Metals, located in Hamilton, New Zealand, has built a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch High Speed Steel T4 Bars, perfect for those tough machining and tooling tasks. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and precision, they produce T4 bars that adhere to strict international standards. Thanks to their cutting-edge production methods, these bars boast exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and wear resistance, making them ideal for high-performance cutting environments. Hemi Metals is dedicated to keeping their customers happy by ensuring a dependable supply, offering technical support, and delivering on time, catering to industries like automotive, engineering, fabrication, and precision machining both in New Zealand and around the globe.
High Speed Steel T4 Bars generally contain about 0.75–0.85% carbon, 4% chromium, 18% tungsten, along with significant vanadium additions to boost abrasion resistance. This tungsten-heavy makeup enhances hot hardness, cutting efficiency, and wear resistance. On the mechanical side, T4 bars provide excellent edge retention, impressive compressive strength, and reliable toughness during high-speed cutting tasks. Their ability to endure high temperatures without losing their hardness guarantees stable performance, extended tool life, and consistent dimensional accuracy in demanding machining situations.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| T4 | 0.70 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.50 | 19.00 | 0.40 | 1.00 | 4.25 | 5.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| S 18-1-2-5/1.3255 | 0.75 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.50 | 18.50 | 0.50 | 0.80 | 4.50 | 5.50 |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| SKH3 | 0.73 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.00 | 19.00 | … | … | 4.50 | 5.50 |
| Density [g/cm3] | 8.70 | |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Modulus of elasticity | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30458 ksi |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | T4/T12004 | S 18-1-2-5/1.3255 | SKH3 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Thermal expansion co-efficient | 11.9 µm/m°C | 6.6 µin/in°F |
High Speed Steel T4 bars are sized by diameter and length, typically ranging from 1/4" to 10" in diameter, with standard lengths of 12 to 20 feet, depending on manufacturer specifications.
High Speed Steel T4 bars and rods are manufactured through alloying, melting, forging, and heat treatment processes, followed by precision machining to achieve desired hardness, strength, and dimensional accuracy for industrial use.
High-speed steel T4 bars should be stored in a dry, clean environment, protected from moisture and corrosion. Store them on flat, secure surfaces to prevent deformation or damage.
These High Speed Steel T4 Bars are commonly used to create high-performance cutting tools that function under extreme speeds and temperatures. You’ll find them in applications like drills, taps, broaches, reamers, end mills, form tools, and lathe tools. Their remarkable red-hardness and wear resistance make them perfect for machining alloy steels, cast iron, and abrasive materials. T4 bars are also employed in metal forming tools, punches, and precision dies across the automotive, aerospace, and engineering industries. Their ability to maintain sharpness and structural integrity ensures reliable cutting performance and boosts productivity in high-intensity manufacturing settings.






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