Spherical Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Powder

Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Spherical Powder Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Spherical Powder Synonyms -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Spherical Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Powder characteristics -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Spherical Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Powder Particle Size -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: -:- -:- 0-15μm ,5-25μm, 15-45μm, 15-53μm,20-63um, 45-75μm, 45-105μm, 45-150μm ,75-150μm. (Various granularities can be customized according to customer requirements) -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

Spherical Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Powder Applicable processes -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Laser/electron beam additive manufacturing (SLM/EBM, 3D printing) Direct laser deposition (DLD) Used in thermal spray (TSA) Powder hot isostatic pressing (HIP) Metal injection molding (MIM) Powder metallurgy (PM) Laser cladding (LC), etc. -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Spherical Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Powder Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: # **Technical Data Sheet: Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Cold Work Tool & Die Steel** ## **Overview** Wingate Alloys Winco HCC is a premium-grade, air-hardening, high carbon, high chromium (HCC) cold work tool steel engineered for maximum wear resistance and compression strength. Characterized by its high volume of primary and secondary chromium carbides, HCC delivers exceptional performance in severe abrasion applications where maintaining sharp cutting edges and dimensional stability under high pressure is critical. This steel offers superior resistance to galling, abrasion, and deformation compared to standard D-series tool steels. ## **Material Classification** - **Type:** Ledeburitic (high carbide) cold work tool steel - **Hardening Method:** Air hardening (minimal distortion) - **Primary Feature:** Ultra-high wear resistance via massive carbide content - **Key Application:** Severe abrasion and high-pressure cold work ## **Product Advantages** - **Exceptional Abrasion Resistance:** Highest among conventional cold work steels due to >20% carbide volume - **Superior Dimensional Stability:** Air hardening with minimal transformation stresses - **Good Machinability (Annealed):** Better than tungsten-based high-speed steels - **High Compressive Strength:** Excellent for high-pressure forming applications - **Deep Hardening Characteristics:** Through-hardens in substantial sections - **Good Resistance to Galling:** Chromium-rich carbides reduce material pickup - **Polishing Capability:** Can achieve fine surface finishes with proper technique ## **International Standards & Cross-References** | **Standard System** | **Designation** | **Comparable Grades** | |---------------------|-----------------|------------------------| | **AISI/SAE** | Custom HCC alloy | Proprietary composition | | **DIN/EN** | ~1.2379 (enhanced) | Modified high-Cr steel | | **JIS** | ~SKD11 (premium) | Higher carbon variant | | **Common Equivalents** | - | Böhler K360, Uddeholm Sverker 21 | | **General Category** | High-Cr cold work | D6-type with enhanced properties | ## **Chemical Composition** | **Element** | **Content (%)** | **Metallurgical Function** | |-------------|-----------------|----------------------------| | **Carbon (C)** | 1.90-2.20 | Primary carbide former, hardness | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 11.0-13.0 | Carbide formation, hardenability, corrosion | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | 0.70-1.20 | Secondary hardening, toughness | | **Vanadium (V)** | 0.90-1.20 | Refines carbides, wear resistance | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.40-0.70 | Hardenability, deoxidizer | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.20-0.50 | Deoxidizer, strength | | **Tungsten (W)** | 0.50-1.00 | Additional carbide formation | | **Sulfur (S)** | ≤0.030 | Machinability enhancement | | **Phosphorus (P)** | ≤0.030 | Impurity control | *Proprietary balance optimized for maximum carbide volume and distribution.* ## **Physical Properties** | **Property** | **Value** | **Conditions** | |--------------|-----------|----------------| | **Density** | 7.70 g/cm³ | 20°C | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 20.0 W/m·K | 20°C | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 460 J/kg·K | 20°C | | **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 10.4 × 10⁻⁶/K | 20-100°C | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 210 GPa | 20°C | | **Magnetic Properties** | Ferromagnetic | Hardened condition | ## **Mechanical Properties** ### **Annealed Condition** | **Property** | **Value** | **Test Method** | |--------------|-----------|-----------------| | **Hardness** | 200-230 HB | Brinell | | **Tensile Strength** | 700-800 MPa | ASTM E8 | | **Yield Strength** | 550-650 MPa | ASTM E8 | | **Elongation** | 10-15% | ASTM E8 | | **Machinability Rating** | 45% (vs. 1% C1212) | - | ### **Hardened & Tempered Condition** | **Tempering Temperature** | **Hardness (HRC)** | **Compressive Strength** | **Application Focus** | |---------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------|----------------------| | **180-200°C** | 62-64 | 2800-3000 MPa | Maximum wear resistance | | **250-300°C** | 60-62 | 2600-2800 MPa | Optimal balance | | **350-400°C** | 58-60 | 2400-2600 MPa | High toughness needed | | **450-500°C** | 56-58 | 2200-2400 MPa | Shock applications | *Note: Double tempering required at all temperature ranges (2+2 hours minimum)* ## **Heat Treatment Specifications** ### **Annealing** - **Process Temperature:** 850-870°C (1560-1600°F) - **Soak Time:** 2 hours per inch of thickness - **Cooling Rate:** 10-20°C/hour to 600°C, then air cool - **Resulting Hardness:** 200-230 HB ### **Stress Relieving** - **After Rough Machining:** 600-650°C for 2 hours - **Cooling:** Slow furnace cool ### **Hardening** 1. **Preheat:** 750-800°C (1380-1470°F) - **CRITICAL** for HCC steels 2. **Austenitize:** 980-1020°C (1795-1870°F) 3. **Soak Time:** 20-30 minutes per inch (saturation of carbides) 4. **Quench:** Still air or forced air for sections >100mm 5. **Cool to:** 50-70°C before tempering ### **Tempering** - **Immediate Tempering:** Required within 1 hour of quenching - **Temperature Range:** 180-500°C (355-930°F) - **Cycles:** Minimum double temper (recommended triple for stability) - **Hold Time:** 2 hours per inch per cycle ## **Processing Characteristics** ### **Machining (Annealed State)** - **Tool Material:** Carbide recommended for production - **Cutting Speed:** 25-40 m/min (turning) - **Feed Rate:** 0.15-0.25 mm/rev - **Depth of Cut:** Moderate to heavy - **Coolant:** Required for carbide tools ### **Grinding** - **Relative Grindability:** 30% (more difficult than D2) - **Wheel Type:** Aluminum oxide (A/O) or CBN - **Wheel Grade:** Soft to medium (J-K hardness) - **Coolant:** Essential - prevents cracking - **Technique:** Light passes with frequent dressing ### **EDM Machining** - **Material Removal Rate:** 200-300 mm³/min - **Surface Finish:** Ra 1.6-6.3 μm achievable - **White Layer:** Significant - must be removed by grinding - **Recommendation:** Finish with fine EDM or grinding ### **Polishing** 1. **Start with:** 180-240 grit for carbide leveling 2. **Progress through:** 320, 400, 600 grit 3. **Finish with:** 800-1200 grit for fine polish 4. **Note:** Carbides may "pull out" with improper technique ## **Typical Applications** ### **Cold Work Tooling** - **Blanking & Piercing Dies:** For abrasive materials (fiberglass, composites, silicon steel) - **Forming Rolls & Mandrels:** For high-pressure tube/pipe forming - **Thread Rolling Dies:** For hard materials - **Shear Blades:** For cutting abrasive metals - **Slitting Knives:** For paper, plastics, composites ### **Wear Parts** - **Guide Rolls & Bushings:** In continuous casting lines - **Wear Plates & Liners:** For abrasive material handling - **Punches & Die Inserts:** For powder metal compaction - **Nozzles & Orifices:** For abrasive slurry applications - **Cutting Knives:** For food processing (non-corrosive) ### **Special Applications** - **Knives & Blades:** Industrial cutting applications - **Gauges & Fixtures:** Where wear resistance is critical - **Mold Components:** For abrasive plastic compounds - **Measuring Tools:** High-wear contact surfaces ## **Design Considerations** 1. **Section Size:** Through-hardens in sections up to 300mm 2. **Stress Risers:** Avoid sharp corners - minimum radius 3mm 3. **Carbide Sensitivity:** Design for compressive loading (not tensile) 4. **Heat Treatment:** Account for minimal growth (0.05-0.10%) 5. **Surface Finish:** Polishing improves wear resistance ## **Quality Assurance** - **Chemistry Control:** Ladle analysis with full traceability - **Hardness Testing:** Rockwell C throughout cross-section - **Ultrasonic Testing:** Standard on larger sections - **Microcleanliness:** ASTM E45 Method A - **Decarburization:** Controlled per ASTM A681 ## **Available Forms & Conditions** - **Round Bars:** 10-400mm diameter (annealed) - **Flat Bars:** Up to 300mm thick (annealed) - **Blocks & Forged Shapes:** Custom dimensions - **Surface:** Black, ground, or rough machined - **Certification:** 3.1 Material Certificate per EN 10204 ## **Technical Support** - Application engineering consultation - Heat treatment guidelines - Failure analysis services - Machining parameter optimization - Troubleshooting assistance --- **Wingate Alloys | Winco Tool Steels** *Specialty Steel Solutions for Demanding Applications* www.wingatealloys.com *This data represents typical values. Actual properties may vary with processing conditions. Users should conduct trials for specific applications.* -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <7217 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Wingate Alloys Winco HCC High Carbon, High Chrome Tool and Die Steel Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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