Steel Rod & Bar

High Speed Steel (HSS) Bar & Tool Steel Bar

    Diameter: 1-500mm


    Length: 1000-6000mm


    Material: HSS, Tool Steel


    Grade: M2, M35, M42, T1, T15, D2, D3, H13, O1, A2, S7, P20


    Surface: Black, Peeled, Ground, Polished, Bright

Shanghai Metal Corporation is a leading High Speed Steel (HSS) Bar and Tool Steel Bar manufacturer and supplier.

Our HSS bars and tool steel bars are solid steel bars supplied in round, square, flat, and hexagonal shapes. They are made from grades such as M2, M35, M42, T1, T15, D2, D3, H13, O1, A2, S7, and P20, with diameters from 1mm to 500mm and lengths from 1000mm to 6000mm. These bars are used to produce drills, taps, milling cutters, reamers, dies, punches, molds, and wear-resistant machine parts. They solve tooling and machining problems that require high hardness, wear resistance, red hardness, edge retention at elevated temperatures, and stable performance under repeated cutting or forming. Typical applications include tool and die making, mold manufacturing, automotive parts, aerospace components, machinery, and general metalworking. Surfaces can be black, peeled, turned, ground, polished, or bright, and custom sizes or cut lengths are available.

If you want to know more about our steel products or High Speed Steel (HSS) Bar and Tool Steel Bar price, please feel free to contact us, we will reply you within 24 hours.


  • 1. Type: Solid high speed steel and tool steel bars.

    2. Composition: HSS contains W, Mo, Cr, V, Co for red hardness and wear resistance; tool steel contains C, Cr, Mo, V, W and is divided into cold work, hot work, and plastic mold steel.

    3. Structure: Round, square, flat, and hexagonal bars.

    4. Function and Application: Round bars for cutting tools; square and flat bars for molds, punches, and tool blanks; hex bars for tool shanks and wrench parts.

    5. Hardness and Standard: HSS HRC 62–66 after heat treatment; tool steel depends on grade and condition. ASTM, AISI, DIN, GB, JIS. Standard







  • 1. High Red Hardness

    Maintains hardness and edge strength at high cutting temperatures, enabling faster machining and fewer tool changes.

    2. Excellent Wear Resistance

    Resists abrasion during cutting, punching, and forming, extending tool and die life and reducing replacement costs.

    3. Balanced Hardness and Toughness

    Multiple grades offer different hardness and toughness combinations, helping prevent chipping and cracking in specific applications.

    4. Consistent Material Quality

    Uniform carbide distribution and stable heat treatment response provide predictable machining and hardening, reducing rejects and rework.

  • 1. Metal Cutting Tools

    For drills, taps, end mills, and reamers. HSS provides red hardness and edge retention at high cutting speeds. Recommended: M2, M35, M42, T15 round bars; ground or bright; HRC 62–66.

    2. Cold Work Dies and Punches

    For blanking, stamping, shearing, and cold forming. D2 and D3 resist wear; O1 and A2 balance wear and toughness; S7 resists shock.



Grade Contrast Table:

Tool Steel Round Bar 

Grade

Size Rage

DIN

AISI

1.2344

H13

15-580 mm

1.2343

H11

15-505 mm

1.2379

D2

15-380 mm

1.2365A

H10

15-450 mm

1.2365B

H10A

15-450 mm

1.2367

-

15-450 mm

1.2363

A2

15-300 mm

1.2080

D3

15-200 mm

1.2510

O1

15-300 mm

1.2083

-

15-300 mm

1.2714

L6

15-350 mm

1.2767

-

15-300 mm

1.2436

D6

15-130 mm

 

Product 

Grade

Size Rage

DIN

AISI

Tool Steel Flat Bar

1.2344

H13

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-120 mm

1.2343

H11

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-120 mm

1.2379

D2

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2510

O1

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2365

H10

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2367

-

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2842

O2

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2363

A2

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2083

-

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2360

A8

Width: 300-810 mm

Thickness: 14-100 mm

1.2080

D3

Width: 300-600 mm

Thickness: 14-80 mm

 

Specification of High Speed Steel:

Specification of High Speed Steel

Product

Grade

Size Rage

DIN

AISI

JIS

HSS Round Bar

1.3343

DINM2

-

2.5-205 mm

1.3243

M35

SKH51

2.5-160 mm

1.3247

M42

SKH2

15-65 mm

1.3346

M1

-

2.5-205 mm

1.3392

M52

-

2.5-205 mm

-

M4

-

15-80 mm

-

M7

SKH58

15-80 mm

-

W9

-

3.6-160 mm

HSS Square Bar

1.3343

DINM2

-

15-40 mm

1.3244

M35

SKH59

15-40 mm

1.2344

H13

SKD62

120-250 mm

1.2367

-

-

120-180 mm

HSS Flat Bar

1.3343

M2

SKH51

With: 100-510 mm

Thickness: 14-65 mm

 

 

Chemical Composition of High Speed Steel:

Chemical Corporation of High Speed Steel (%)

Grade

C

Si

Mn

W

Mo

Cr

V

Others

W9Mo3Cr4V

0.77-0.87

0.20-0.40

0.20-0.40

8.50-9.50

2.70-3.30

3.80-4.40

1.30-1.70

-

W6Mo5Cr4V2

0.80-0.90

0.20-0.45

0.15-0.40

5.50-6.75

4.50-5.50

3.80-4.40

1.75-2.20

-

Din M2

0.86-0.94

≤0.45

≤0.40

6.00-6.70

4.70-5.20

3.80-4.50

1.70-2.00

-

W6Mo5Cr4V2Al(M2Al)

1.05-1.20

0.20-0.60

0.15-0.40

5.50-6.75

4.50-5.50

3.80-4.40

1.75-2.20

Al: 0.80-1.20

W6Mo9Cr4V2

0.97-1.05

0.20-0.55

0.15-0.40

1.40-2.10

8.20-9.20

3.50-4.00

1.75-2.20

-

W6Mo5Cr4V2Co5(M35)

0.88-0.96

0.25-0.45

0.20-0.40

6.00-6.70

4.70-5.20

3.80-4.50

1.70-2.00

Co: 4.50-5.50

W2Mo9Cr4VCo8(M42)

1.05-1.15

0.15-0.65

0.15-0.40

1.15-1.85

9.00-10.00

3.50-4.25

0.95-1.35

Co: 7.75-8.75

W18Cr4V(W18)

0.70-0.80

0.20-0.40

0.10-0.40

17.50-19.00

≤0.3

3.80-4.40

1.00-1.40

-

W4Mo3Cr4VSi(W4)

0.88-0.98

0.50-1.00

0.20-0.40

3.50-4.50

2.50-3.50

3.80-4.40

1.20-1.80

-

W4Mo2Cr4VSi(T-4241)

0.90-1.00

0.80-1.30

0.20-0.45

1.50-2.50

0.50-1.20

3.80-6.00

0.50-1.00

-

H13(4CrMoSiV1)

0.32-0.45

0.80-1.20

0.20-0.50

-

1.10-1.75

4.75-5.50

0.80-1.20

-

Cr12Mo1V1

1.40-1.60

≤0.60

≤0.60

-

0.70-1.20

11.00-13.00

0.50-1.10

-

3Cr2W8V

0.30-0.40

≤0.40

≤0.40

7.50-9.00

-

2.20-2.70

0.20-0.50

-

9Cr18MoV

0.85-0.95

≤0.80

≤0.80

-

1.00-1.30

17.00-19.00

0.07-0.12

-

9Cr18Mo

0.95-1.10

≤0.80

≤0.80

-

0.40-0.70

16.00-18.00

-

-

9Cr18

0.90-1.00

≤0.80

≤0.80

-

≤0.75

17.00-19.00

-

-

Packaging of High Speed Steel:

Standard Packaging

HSS and tool steel bars are cleaned, dried, and coated with anti-rust oil. Bar ends are fitted with plastic end caps. Bars of the same grade and size are bundled with steel straps. Each bundle is wrapped with anti-rust paper or VCI film, then packed in fumigated wooden boxes or on wooden pallets.


Shipping

We support FCL and LCL sea freight, air freight, and express delivery depending on order quantity and destination.

Trade terms: EXW / FOB / CIF. Other terms may be available upon request.

Shipping costs are calculated based on total gross weight, volume, destination, and selected transportation method.

 

Lead Time

Samples: 3–7 working days

Standard orders: 15–25 working days

Customized orders: 25–40 working days

Q. What information do you need for a custom quotation?

A. Please provide: Grade, Shape (Round/Square/Flat/Hex), Diameter/Thickness, Length, Surface Finish, Hardness/Heat Treatment, Quantity, Tolerance, Standard, Destination Port, and Trade Term.

 

Q. What is the MOQ and production lead time?

A. MOQ is typically 500 kg per grade/size. Custom melting or special sizes: 1,000 kg. Lead time is 15–25 days for standard orders and 25–40 days for customized orders after deposit or original L/C.

 

Q. What quality standards and certificates are available?

A. Products comply with ASTM A600/A681, DIN 1.3343/1.2379/1.2344, GB/T 9943, and JIS G4403. Mill test certificate EN 10204 3.1, ISO 9001, and third-party inspection (SGS, BV) are available.

 

Q. How long does sample preparation take?

A. 3–7 working days for standard grades/sizes with simple cutting. 10–15 working days for custom diameter, length, surface, or heat treatment. Sample quantity: 1–5 pieces or 5–20 kg.

 

Q. How do I choose between HSS and tool steel for my application?

A. Choose HSS for cutting tools (drills, taps, end mills) requiring red hardness and edge retention at high cutting temperatures. Choose tool steel for cold work dies, hot work dies, plastic molds, punches, and wear-resistant parts.

 

Q. Which HSS grade should I use for stainless steel, titanium, or high-strength alloys?

A. M2 for general steel; M35 for stainless steel and higher heat resistance; M42 for stainless steel, titanium, and high-strength alloys at higher cutting speeds; T15 for severe wear and difficult-to-machine materials. Recommended hardness: HRC 62–66.

 

Q. Which tool steel grade and hardness should I use for cold work dies and hot work molds?

A. Cold work: D2/D3 HRC 58–62; O1/A2 HRC 58–62; S7 HRC 54–58. Hot work: H13/1.2344 HRC 44–52. Plastic molds: P20 HRC 28–34; D2/1.2379 HRC 58–62 for high-wear inserts.

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