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Inox Steel India is a trusted manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of Tool Steel Bright Bars in grades D2 and H13, catering to high-precision tooling, die-making, and heavy industrial applications across India, GCC, Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
Our tool steel bright bars are engineered for environments where wear resistance, hardness stability, thermal strength, and dimensional accuracy are critical. Through advanced cold drawing, peel turning, polishing, and centerless grinding, we deliver bright bars with consistent metallurgy, tight tolerances, and superior surface finish, ready for demanding tool room and production use.
Tool Steel Bright Bars are cold-finished bars produced from premium alloyed tool steels, specifically designed to withstand high stress, abrasion, heat, and repeated impact during tooling and forming operations.
This controlled process ensures tool steel bright bars that provide predictable heat treatment response, long tool life, and reliable performance in production environments.
Both grades are supplied with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 certification, ensuring material authenticity, consistency, and global compliance.
TOOL STEEL BRIGHT BARS – MASTER TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Grades: D2 | H13
| Parameter / Property | D2 Tool Steel Bright Bar | H13 Tool Steel Bright Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Material Type | High Carbon, High Chromium Cold Work Tool Steel | Chromium–Molybdenum–Vanadium Hot Work Tool Steel |
| AISI / ASTM Designation | AISI D2 | AISI H13 |
| DIN / EN Equivalent | 1.2379 | 1.2344 |
| IS Standard | IS 5517 (TBD equivalent) | IS 5517 (H13 equivalent) |
| Manufacturing Process | Cold Drawn / Peeled / Polished / Centerless Ground | Cold Drawn / Peeled / Polished / Centerless Ground |
| Available Forms | Round, Square, Flat Bright Bars | Round, Square, Flat Bright Bars |
| Diameter Range (Round) | 6 – 150 mm | 6 – 150 mm |
| Square / Flat Size | 10 – 100 mm | 10 – 100 mm |
| Standard Length | 3 – 6 meters | 3 – 6 meters |
| Custom Cut Lengths | As per drawing / requirement | As per drawing / requirement |
| Tolerance | h8 / h9 / h10 | h8 / h9 / h10 |
| Supply Condition | Annealed / Pre-Hardened (on request) | Annealed / Pre-Hardened (on request) |
| Typical Hardness (Annealed) | 220 – 255 HB | 200 – 235 HB |
| Achievable Hardness (HRC) | 58 – 62 HRC | 44 – 52 HRC |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | ~1900 (hardened) | ~1650 (hardened) |
| Carbon (C %) | 1.40 – 1.60 | 0.32 – 0.45 |
| Chromium (Cr %) | 11.0 – 13.0 | 4.75 – 5.50 |
| Molybdenum (Mo %) | 0.70 – 1.20 | 1.10 – 1.75 |
| Vanadium (V %) | 0.80 – 1.20 | 0.80 – 1.20 |
| Heat Treatment Capability | Excellent (Hardening & Tempering) | Excellent (Hot Work Q&T) |
| Wear Resistance | Very High | High |
| Thermal Shock Resistance | Moderate | Excellent |
| Machinability | Fair (Annealed condition) | Good (Annealed condition) |
| Weldability | Poor (Special procedures required) | Fair (Preheat required) |
| Surface Finish | Bright Cold Drawn / Polished / Centerless Ground | Bright Cold Drawn / Polished / Centerless Ground |
| Testing Performed | Chemical, Mechanical, Hardness, Dimensional | Chemical, Mechanical, Hardness, Dimensional |
| Certification | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2, ISO 9001 | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2, ISO 9001 |
| HSN / HS Code | 7228 | 7228 |
| Typical Applications | Dies, punches, blanking tools, shear blades | Die casting dies, hot forging tools, extrusion dies |
| Packaging | HDPE wrap / Wooden crates / Export seaworthy | HDPE wrap / Wooden crates / Export seaworthy |
Tool Steel Bright Bars supplied by Inox Steel India are designed for high-wear, high-stress, and high-temperature tooling applications where dimensional stability and hardness retention are essential. Selection between D2 and H13 depends on operating temperature, wear intensity, and impact conditions.
These tolerances reduce pre-machining effort and ensure repeatable accuracy in tooling components.
Machining Benefits:
| Grade | Approx. Price (INR / kg – Ex-Mumbai) | Approx. Price (USD / kg – FOB India) |
|---|---|---|
| D2 | ₹ 260 – ₹ 360 | $ 3.15 – $ 4.35 |
| H13 | ₹ 320 – ₹ 450 | $ 3.85 – $ 5.40 |
Prices are indicative and depend on size, supply condition (annealed / pre-hardened), and quantity.
HSN Code (India): 7228
HS Code (Export): 7228.30 / 7228.40
Every tool steel bright bar supplied by Inox Steel India undergoes strict quality control:
All supplies are accompanied by EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 Mill Test Certificates, ensuring full traceability.
Inox Steel India is a dependable manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of Tool Steel Bright Bars, supporting tool rooms, die makers, and heavy manufacturing industries with precision-finished, performance-driven materials. Our D2 and H13 bright bars are trusted for applications where wear resistance, heat stability, and dimensional accuracy directly impact tool life and productivity.
Why Buyers Trust Us:
| Industry | Typical Tooling Applications | Preferred Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Tool Rooms | Dies, punches, shear blades | D2 |
| Automotive | Press tools, trimming dies | D2 |
| Die Casting | Aluminium & zinc dies | H13 |
| Forging Industry | Hot forging dies & punches | H13 |
| Plastic & Metal Forming | Mould inserts, extrusion tools | H13 |
Each tooling application is supported with correct grade selection, machining guidance, and heat treatment compatibility.
All tool steel bright bars are packed to meet international export standards:
Export Destinations:
UAE · Saudi Arabia · Oman · Qatar · Nigeria · South Africa · Germany · Italy · UK · USA · Brazil
Ports of Dispatch:
JNPT (Mumbai) · Mundra · Hazira
At Inox Steel India, we supply precision-finished tool steel bright bars designed to deliver long tool life, dimensional stability, and consistent performance.
52-A, Mulji Thackersi Bldg, Islampura Street, Shop No. 10, Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – 400 004
alloy@inoxsteelindia.in
+91 9930796690
D2 is a cold work tool steel with high wear resistance, while H13 is a hot work tool steel designed to perform under high temperatures. Yes, both D2 and H13 can be supplied in annealed or pre-hardened condition on request. D2 can achieve 58–62 HRC, while H13 typically reaches 44–52 HRC. The standard HSN code is 7228. Yes, custom cut lengths are supplied as per drawing and machining allowance. What is the difference between D2 and H13 tool steel?
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Inox Steel India is a leading manufacturer and exporter of tool steel bright bars (D2, H13). High wear resistance, precision finished & export-ready. Supplier near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai.