Mourad Metals, located in Tunis, Tunisia, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch tool steels, including High Speed Steel T4 Bars. Renowned for their precision and commitment to high-quality standards, Mourad Metals crafts T4 bars that boast an impressive surface finish, precise dimensions, and consistent uniformity, ensuring they perform reliably in tough machining and industrial settings. These bars are specifically engineered for use in cutting tools, drills, milling cutters, taps, and dies, where wear resistance, toughness, and heat resistance are crucial. With a strong emphasis on strength, hardness, and durability, Mourad Metals guarantees that its High Speed Steel T4 Bars provide dependable performance even in challenging conditions.
High Speed Steel T4 Bars are primarily made of iron, containing about 0.9% carbon, along with significant amounts of tungsten, chromium, vanadium, and molybdenum. This carefully balanced composition results in outstanding hardness, wear resistance, and red hardness, allowing T4 bars to maintain their mechanical properties even at high temperatures. In terms of mechanics, T4 bars deliver high tensile strength, toughness, and remarkable resistance to deformation, making them perfect for precision cutting, shaping, and machining tasks where durability and performance are essential.
| 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 find extensive application in the production of cutting tools, drill bits, milling cutters, taps, reamers, and dies within the metalworking industry. Their exceptional wear resistance and ability to retain hardness at elevated temperatures make them ideal for heavy-duty machining, high-speed cutting, and precision tooling operations. Engineers and manufacturers trust T4 bars for creating durable, long-lasting components that ensure efficiency, reliability, and minimal tool replacement in demanding industrial and manufacturing environments.






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