Neith Metals, based in Cairo, Egypt, is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars. These bars are celebrated for their impressive hardness, toughness, and machinability, making them perfect for a variety of toolmaking tasks. Neith Metals employs cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and rigorous quality control to guarantee that every W1 Bar meets international standards for performance and reliability. Their commitment to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction has earned them a solid reputation among toolmakers and industries in need of trustworthy steels for shaping, cutting, and forming tools.
Tool and Die Steel W1 Bars generally consist of carbon (0.70–1.50%), manganese (0.10–0.40%), silicon (0.10–0.40%), and small amounts of vanadium. This specific blend results in high hardness and excellent edge retention after heat treatment. When properly quenched and tempered, W1 steel can reach a hardness of 60–65 HRC, providing outstanding wear resistance. However, as a water-hardening tool steel, it does have lower toughness compared to oil-hardening grades, but it compensates with superior sharpness and fine finishes.
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| C | 0.70-1.50 |
| Mn | 0.10-0.40 |
| Si | 0.10-0.40 |
| Cr | 0.15 |
| Ni | 0.2 |
| Mo | 0.1 |
| W | 0.15 |
| V | 0.1 |
| Cu | 0.2 |
| P | 0.025 |
| S | 0.025 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength, ultimate | 1680 MPa | 244000 psi |
| Tensile strength, yield | 1500 MPa | 218000 psi |
| Poisson’s ratio (25°C) | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elongation at break | 3.50% | 3.50% |
| Bulk modulus | 140 GPa | 20300 ksi |
| Shear modulus | 80.0 GPa | 11600 ksi |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30458 ksi |
| Charpy impact, unnotched | 86.0 J | 63.4 ft-lb |
| Hardness, Brinell (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) | 498 | 498 |
| Hardness, Knoop (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) | 558 | 558 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C | 50.0-51.0 | 50.0-51.0 |
| Hardness, Vickers (converted from Rockwell C Hardness) | 531 | 531 |
| Machinability (based on AISI 1212 steel as 100% machinability) | 40 | 40 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 7.83 g/cm3 | 0.283 lb/in3 |
| Melting point | 1435°C | 2615°F |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| T (ºC) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 10.4 x 10-6/ºC | 20-100 | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 48.3 x W/mK | 100 | – |
Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are recyclable, reducing environmental impact. However, their production involves energy-intensive processes. Sustainable practices can enhance their eco-friendliness, such as using recycled materials and cleaner manufacturing methods.
Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are not highly resistant to corrosion, as they are high-carbon steels. They can rust when exposed to moisture, requiring proper maintenance, such as coating or regular oiling, to prevent corrosion.
Tool and Die Steel W1 bars are not ideal for structural applications due to their high carbon content, which makes them brittle and less ductile. They are better suited for tools, dies, and cutting applications where hardness and wear resistance are crucial. For structural applications, steels with better toughness and strength, like carbon or alloy steels, are preferred.
These W1 Bars are commonly used in the production of cutting tools, drills, chisels, reamers, and punches. They also find applications in gauges, knives, and dies for shaping and forming tasks where high hardness and a sharp edge are crucial. W1 bars are particularly well-suited for situations that demand excellent machinability and edge retention under moderate stress. Their blend of performance and cost-effectiveness makes them a favored option for toolmaking, maintenance, and light-duty industrial applications.






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