Neil Metals stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of high-quality D2 Steel Rods, proudly based in Kolkata, India. Known for their precision engineering and unwavering commitment to excellence, Neil Metals provides high-performance steel products that are specifically designed to meet the needs of various industries. With a solid infrastructure and a talented workforce, the company guarantees consistent quality, timely deliveries, and competitive pricing. Their D2 Steel Rods are highly regarded for their durability and wear resistance, making Neil Metals a reliable partner for clients in the tool-making, automotive, and manufacturing sectors, both locally and internationally.
D2 Steel Rods are primarily made up of high carbon (1.40–1.60%) and high chromium (11.00–13.00%) content, along with trace amounts of molybdenum, vanadium, and manganese. These elements work together to give the rods their remarkable hardness, wear resistance, and toughness. Typically, after heat treatment, they boast a hardness of 55-62 HRC, a tensile strength of around 1900 MPa, and impressive dimensional stability. The alloy excels in edge retention and resists deformation even under high stress, making it perfect for applications that demand precision and durability in tough environments.
| C % | V % | Cr % | Mn % | W % |
| 0.95% | 0.20% | 0.50% | 1.25% | 0.50% |
|
mechanical Properties |
Metric |
Imperial |
|---|---|---|
|
Hardness, Knoop (converted from Rockwell C hardness) |
769 |
769 |
|
Hardness, Rockwell C |
62 |
62 |
|
Hardness, Vickers |
748 |
748 |
|
Izod impact unnotched |
77.0 J |
56.8 ft-lb |
|
Poisson’s ratio |
0.27-0.30 |
0.27-0.30 |
|
Elastic modulus |
190-210 GPa |
27557-30457 ksi |
Yes, D2 Steel Rod may require corrosion protection coatings, especially in humid or harsh environments, to prevent rust and degradation.
D2 Steel Rod can be welded, but it requires proper pre-heating and post-weld heat treatment to avoid cracking and preserve its hardness.
Choose the right D2 Steel Rod based on your application’s required hardness, wear resistance, and machining characteristics, ensuring it matches the specific demands of your tooling or manufacturing process.
D2 Steel Rods find extensive use in industries where high wear resistance and strength are crucial. They are commonly used to manufacture cold work tools like punches, dies, blanking tools, shear blades, and forming rolls. Thanks to their outstanding hardness and ability to maintain a sharp edge, they are also favored for industrial knives and cutting instruments. The automotive and aerospace industries rely on D2 rods for components that require a long service life and resistance to abrasion. Moreover, their stability during heat treatment makes them ideal for precision-engineered parts and molds in the plastic injection industry.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Neil Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Kolkata, India
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