H13 Forging Ingots
AISI H13 hot work tool steel. A hot work tool steel with good toughness and resistance to thermal fatigue at high temperature.
H13 chemical composition
| C | 0.32 – 0.45 % |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.80 – 1.20 % |
| Mn | 0.20 – 0.50 % |
| Cr | 4.75 – 5.50 % |
| Mo | 1.10 – 1.75 % |
| V | 0.80 – 1.20 % |
Indicative ranges from the common grade standard. The final analysis is as per the order and the heat test certificate.
Equivalent grades
X40CrMoV5-1 / 1.2344
Equivalents are approximate. See the grade equivalents guide.
H13 as a forging ingot
H13 ingots are a premium product: homogeneity and low segregation decide die life.
Kesari Alloys casts H13 in square, fluted and round shapes from M1.5 to M22, with vacuum degassing, ladle refining and bottom pouring. See the ingot size chart for dimensions and weights.
Heat treatment: Hardened and tempered. Needs controlled soaking and cooling to avoid distortion and cracking.
H13 ingot manufacturer and supplier
As a H13 forging ingot manufacturer and H13 steel ingot manufacturer, Kesari Alloys casts H13 in square, fluted and round shapes. We are also a H13 steel ingot supplier India forging shops can enquire with, a H13ingot supplier India wide, and a H13 ingot manufacturer India customers can visit at the Bhiwadi plant.
Typical forged parts in H13
- Forging dies and die inserts
- Die casting dies
- Extrusion tooling
- Hot stamping tools
Applications: die blocks and tool steel.
Related grades
H13 questions
What is H13 steel used for?
H13 is used for forging dies and die inserts, die casting dies, extrusion tooling, hot stamping tools.
What is the equivalent of H13?
X40CrMoV5-1 / 1.2344. Equivalents are approximate, so check the limits in your specification.
Does Kesari Alloys supply H13 forging ingots?
Yes. H13 is available as square, fluted or round forging ingots, vacuum degassed and bottom poured. Send the size, quantity and standard to info@ksl.in for a quotation.