by allen | Aug 25, 2025 | hot work tool steel
What is 1.2344 ESR Tool Steel? In modern manufacturing, the performance of dies, molds, and cutting tools depends heavily on the choice of tool steel. One of the most widely used grades for hot work applications is 1.2344, also known internationally as H13. While the...
by allen | Aug 20, 2025 | cold work tool steel
In the tooling industry, wear resistance is one of the most critical properties when selecting materials for dies, molds, and cutting tools. Tool steels such as DC53 and SKD11 are widely used in manufacturing sectors ranging from automotive to electronics, due to...
by allen | Aug 19, 2025 | Stainless Steel, tool steel
In the world of industrial materials, stainless steel and tool steel are two highly valued categories of steel products. Both are available in different shapes such as sheets, plates, flat bars, and round bars, each catering to specific applications. Among these, flat...
by allen | Aug 14, 2025 | hot work tool steel
The German tool steel market in 2025 is entering a period of notable change, driven by fluctuations in alloy costs, manufacturing demand, and global trade dynamics. Among the various steel grades in demand, H13 and H11 remain two of the most important hot work tool...
by allen | Aug 13, 2025 | cold work tool steel, hot work tool steel
Tool steel selection and heat treatment have a direct impact on the performance and lifespan of industrial tooling. Among the most widely used grades in tooling applications are 1.2379 (D2 equivalent) and 1.2344 (H13 equivalent). Both are high-performance steels, but...
