Maduka Metals, a well-respected manufacturer and supplier located in Abuja, Nigeria, specializes in high-quality Tool and Die Steel P20 Bars designed for precision and durability. These bars are crafted to meet international standards, ensuring they offer excellent toughness, polishability, and machinability. Maduka Metals is committed to providing reliable P20 Bars to various industries, including plastic molding, automotive, and tooling, where consistent performance and longevity are crucial. Thanks to advanced processing techniques and rigorous quality control, the company delivers Tool and Die Steel P20 Bars that boast exceptional dimensional stability and strength, perfect for demanding industrial applications.
The composition of Tool and Die Steel P20 Bars includes carbon (0.4%), chromium (1.9%), manganese (0.8%), molybdenum (0.4%), and nickel (1.0%), along with small amounts of silicon and vanadium to enhance hardness. This blend results in a well-rounded mix of toughness and wear resistance. On the mechanical side, P20 steel has a tensile strength ranging from approximately 950 to 1100 MPa and can achieve a hardness of about 30 to 36 HRC when pre-hardened. It also offers good machinability, polishability, and uniform hardness throughout, making it an excellent choice for precision tooling and mold-making tasks.
| C % | Mn % | Si % | Cr % | Mo % |
| 0.40% | 1.00% | 0.40% | 1.20% | 0.35% |
| Properties | Metric |
| Hardness, Brinell (Typical) | 300 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C (Typical) | 30 |
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 965-1030 MPa |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 827-862 MPa |
| Elongation At Break (In 50 Mm (2″)) | 20.00% |
| Compressive Strength | 862 MPa |
| Charpy Impact (V-Notch) | 27.1-33.9 J |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic Modulus | 190-210 GPa |
| Country | USA | German | GB/T | JIS |
| Standard | ASTM A681 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | GB/T 1299 | |
| Grades | P20 | 1.2311 | 3Cr2Mo | PDS-3 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
| T (°C) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal Expansion | 12.8 X 10-6/ºC | 20-425 | – |
When choosing P20 tool and die steel bars, consider machinability, toughness, hardness, heat treatment capabilities, corrosion resistance, application requirements, cost-effectiveness, and availability of suitable sizes for your specific needs.
Tool and die steel P20 bars are typically sized by their diameter and length, with common diameters ranging from 1 inch to 10 inches, and lengths ranging from 10 to 20 feet.
Tool and die steel P20 bars are not ideal for high-temperature applications. While they offer good toughness and machinability, they have limited resistance to heat compared to steels designed for high-temperature environments.
Tool and Die Steel P20 Bars are extensively utilized in industries that demand durable and machinable materials for tooling and molding. They play a key role in producing plastic injection molds, die-casting dies, and extrusion tools. In the automotive sector, P20 Bars are used to manufacture mold bases, frames, and forming tools. Their outstanding surface finish capability also makes them ideal for mirror-finished molds used in consumer products. Furthermore, Tool and Die Steel P20 Bars are highly valued in engineering and manufacturing for their strength, dimensional stability, and wear resistance during extended production cycles.






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