Mourad Metals, located in Tunis, Tunisia, has built a solid reputation as a manufacturer and supplier of top-notch High-Speed Steel T1 Bars. The company is dedicated to delivering precision-engineered steel products that adhere to international standards, catering to a variety of demanding industrial applications. Thanks to their advanced manufacturing techniques and rigorous quality control measures, Mourad Metals guarantees that each bar offers outstanding hardness, wear resistance, and dependable performance. With a commitment to timely deliveries, technical know-how, and customer satisfaction, they have established themselves as a reliable partner for engineers and industrial clients across sectors like tool-making, automotive, and manufacturing.
High-Speed Steel T1 Bars are primarily made up of tungsten, molybdenum, chromium, and carbon, along with trace amounts of other alloying elements such as vanadium. This distinctive blend gives the bars remarkable hardness, wear resistance, and the ability to keep sharp cutting edges even under high temperatures. T1 steel is known for its excellent toughness and thermal stability, making it ideal for high-speed cutting and heavy-duty machining tasks. Its impressive resistance to abrasion and fatigue ensures a longer lifespan in challenging applications where wear and thermal shock are significant concerns.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| T1 | 0.62 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 0.90 | 1.30 | … | … | 17.25 | 18.75 | … | … |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| HS18-0-1/1.3355 | 0.73 | 0.85 | … | … | … | … | … | 0.65 | 3.60 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| SKH2 | 0.73 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Density | 8.67 g/cm3 | 0.313 lb/in3 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C | 63.0 – 65.0 | 63.0 – 65.0 |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30457 ksi |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | T1 | HS18-0-1/1.3355 | SKH2 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
| T (°C) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 9.7 x 10-6/ºC | 20-200 more | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 19.9 x W/m-K | 100 more | – |
Yes, High-Speed Steel T1 bars can be welded, but it requires specialized techniques like preheating and post-weld heat treatment to prevent cracking and maintain their hardness and strength properties.
High-Speed Steel T1 bars resist corrosion due to the presence of chromium, which forms a protective oxide layer on the surface. This enhances their resistance to moisture and chemical wear, prolonging tool life.
These High-Speed Steel T1 Bars are frequently utilized in the creation of cutting tools like drill bits, taps, milling cutters, and saw blades, where durability and the capacity to operate at high cutting speeds are essential. They also play a vital role in producing dies, punches, and other tools used in both cold and hot working processes. With its exceptional strength, wear resistance, and ability to endure heat, T1 steel guarantees long-lasting performance in industries that demand precision, efficiency, and reliability in high-speed machining and tooling applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Mourad Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Tunis, Tunisia
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