32CrMoV12-28 / 1.2365 Tool Steel

Steel Circle Delivery Forms 1.2365 / 3Х3М3Ф

Steel Round Bar 1.2365 / 3Х3М3Ф / 32CrMoV12-28

General Characteristics

Steel 1.2365 (3Х3М3Ф, 32CrMoV12-28) is a high-performance hot-work tool steel known for its high toughness, wear resistance, and thermal stability. It is commonly used in applications requiring excellent heat resistance and high mechanical strength.

Chemical Composition (%)

The main elements in the composition of 1.2365 steel:

• Carbon (C): 0.30 – 0.40
• Chromium (Cr): 2.80 – 3.30
• Molybdenum (Mo): 2.50 – 3.00
• Vanadium (V): 0.40 – 0.60
• Manganese (Mn): ≤ 0.40
• Silicon (Si): ≤ 0.40
• Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.030
• Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.030

Mechanical Properties

• Hardness after heat treatment: 50-58 HRC
• Tensile strength: up to 2000 MPa
• Yield strength: up to 1500 MPa
• Impact toughness: excellent resistance to thermal fatigue and cracking

Key Advantages

✅ High thermal stability and resistance to softening at elevated temperatures ✅ Excellent toughness and impact resistance ✅ Good wear resistance, particularly in hot working conditions ✅ Strong resistance to oxidation and thermal fatigue

Applications

🔹 Production of hot stamping dies and forging dies 🔹 Components for high-temperature mechanical operations 🔹 Heavy-duty machine components and press tools 🔹 Manufacturing of tools for die casting and extrusion processes