T11A carbon tool steel

Carbon Tool Steel

Carbon tool steel is a type of steel of particularly high hardness and strength for cutting tools, drill bits, and other hard-wearing applications. It is made by adding carbon to the mineral composition of a steel alloy and then subjecting the material to a heat treatment process. Carbon tool steel can maintain its hardness at higher temperatures than other steels due to its extremely high carbon content, usually between 0.75 and 1.2%.

Carbon tool steel is produced in a variety of grades and compositions based on its intended use. Steel products that have high hardness and strength, such as drill bits and lathe cutters, are made from high-carbon steel known as W1 and W2. Other grades of steel are designed to be more flexible and resilient to wear and tear and are used in surgical instruments and other delicate cutting applications.

While carbon tool steel is strong and durable, it has some drawbacks. It is not very resistant to rust and can corrode if not properly cared for. Additionally, it is not suitable for machine tools or welding and so must be machined or shaped by hand.

Despite its weaknesses, carbon tool steel is a popular choice for cutting tools, drill bits, and other hard-wearing applications. Carbon tool steel is a reliable and affordable option for manufacturing tools and instruments that require long-term performance. With the right care and maintenance, carbon tool steel can retain its hardness and strength for many years.

T11A carbon tool steel is a kind of leadless cutting tool steel with excellent performance and low susceptibility to carburization. It is a low-alloy steel containing about 1% carbon and 1% manganese. It has a medium softening rate and a good hardenability.

T11A carbon tool steel has high hardenability, good toughness and wear resistance after heat treatment, and small deformation. It has a uniform carbon content distribution, and its homogeneity can reach 99.9%. The manganese content is low, which makes its structure more uniform and its welding performance better, making it an ideal material for producing cutting tools and other parts.

T11A carbon tool steel has a wide range of applications. In mechanical manufacturing, it can be used to make various tools with high strength and hardness such as tools for turning, milling, drilling, reaming, tapping, engraving and grinding. In the manufacture of professional cutting tools, it is used to produce broaches, knives, drills, saws, reamers, gauges, punches and other cold and hot processing tools. In addition, it can also be used to make various jigs and fixtures or other machine parts that require high wear resistance and toughness.

T11A carbon tool steel has excellent performance and excellent working performance. Its high hardness can ensure good cutting performance, and its low thermal conductivity can ensure that the cutting heat generated during machining can stay on the blade surface for a longer time, improving the cutting performance. It is a high-quality material that is widely used in the production of machine tools.