Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel (1.2379 / SKD11)

Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel (1.2379 / SKD11) is a high-performance cold work tool steel widely used in stamping dies, shear blades, and thread rolling tools. It is known for its high wear resistance, high hardness, and good dimensional stability.

Produced using advanced spray forming technology,

this steel features a fine-grain microstructure and uniform carbide distribution, which significantly reduce carbide segregation compared with conventional D2 steel. This results in more stable hardness, improved wear resistance, and longer tool life.

Compared with traditional ingot metallurgy D2, spray forming D2 offers:

  • better microstructure uniformity

  • improved wear resistance

  • more consistent performance in mass production

Because of these advantages, it is widely used in high wear resistant tool steel applications where durability and reliability are critical.

Why Choose Spray Forming High-Speed Steel?

1. A Material Between Conventional HSS and Powder Metallurgy HSS

Strictly speaking, Spray Forming Steel belongs to the powder metallurgy family, but it represents a distinct manufacturing process. It combines the advantages of traditional high-speed steel (HSS) and powder metallurgy HSS, providing an optimal balance of performance and cost-efficiency.

2. Cost-Effective Alternative to Powder Metallurgy Steel

Powder metallurgy high-speed steel can be cost-prohibitive for some applications. Spray forming HSS offers similar tool life and durability while being more affordable, allowing you to reduce material costs and improve overall production efficiency.

3. Upgrade from Conventional Imported Tool Steels

If you’re using traditional high-speed steel imported from Europe or Japan, consider switching to Spray Forming HSS. It delivers better performance, competitive quality, and improved value while helping you cut costs without compromising tool reliability.

Product Advantages Of Spray Forming Steel
  • Fine grain structure and uniform carbide distribution improve wear resistance and edge stability.

  • Inhibits macrosegregation of alloying elements, ensuring uniform material properties.

  • Superior strength and toughness post-heat treatment, far surpassing the performance of high-quality electroslag steels.

  • Close tool life to powder metallurgy steels, while offering better cost efficiency.

  • Provides a perfect alternative to imported electroslag remelting materials with better quality at the same price.

Priniple of Spray Forming
  • First, the raw materials are heated into molten metal, and then gas atomized.

  • Under the action of the gas jet, the droplets are accelerated to fly and rapidly cooled.

  • When the high-speed flying droplets collide in the precipitator, the spherical particles are impacted. It becomes flat to form a sputtering sheet.

  • The particles solidify rapidly through the cooling effect of the precipitator, and accumulate and form under the action of self- fluxing.

Spray Forming HSS Application
Key Applications
  • Gear Shaving Cutter

  • Broach (Diameter ≥60 mm)

  • Gear Hobbing Cutter

  • Gear Shaper Cutter

  • Thread Rolling Wheel

  • Thread Rolling Plate
Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel Equivalent Standards & Specifications
ZEICIN GradeGB / GOSTAISIJISDINDAIDOASSABHitachi
F62Cr12Mo1V1D21.2379SKD11
Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel Chemical Composition
ElemnetCWMoCrVCoAlMnSiSP
Contene(%)1.500.7511.50

0.55

0.350.30≤0.015≤0.025
Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel Heat Treatment Process

Annealing

Softens the steel to about HB 255, improving machinability and relieving internal stress.

Quenching

Heat to 1010–1030°C, followed by rapid cooling to achieve high hardness and wear resistance.

Tempering

Temper at 180–500°C to adjust hardness and toughness. Final hardness: 57–62 HRC

Spray Forming HSS D2 Product Forms

ZEICIN supplies Spray Forming D2 Tool Steel as forged bars from spray-formed billets.

 
TypeSpecification(mm)Surface Condition
Precision Forged Round Steel (Spray Forming)φ60–300+Turned/Peeled Surface
Custom Spray Forming Steelφ100–300 (up to 3–4 meters in length)Turned/Peeled Surface
Large Diameter Custom Forgingφ200–300 (up to 1.5 meters in length)Turned/Peeled Surface
Surface Condition Gallery

Different surface conditions affect appearance, dimensional accuracy, and machining allowance. The images below show common delivery options (actual products may vary by size and batch).

Black Surface
Ground Surface
Peeled Surface
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We are a factory. ZEICIN STEEL produces high-quality, cost-effective special steels, including stainless steel, tool & die steel, and high-speed steel. We also have our own import/export license, so we can serve overseas customers directly and support stable supply with batch traceability.

Yes. For first-time cooperation, we can provide a limited quantity of samples for verification (such as grade confirmation, machining trials, or heat-treatment evaluation). Samples can be shipped by international courier, and the courier cost is paid by the buyer. We value honest cooperation and look forward to a long-term win-win partnership.

Our common international payment methods include T/T and L/C. For trade terms, we can also support options such as DDU based on the order. The final payment method and terms can be confirmed according to your country/region, order value, and delivery method.

 

Our products use standard industrial packaging to ensure safe transportation. If you need custom packaging, please let us know when placing your order.

If the products are in stock, delivery usually takes 5–7 days.
If the products are not in stock, delivery time is about 30–40 days, depending on the order quantity.

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