T-15 Tool Steel

T-15 is a tungsten high-speed steel designed for use in machining operations requiring heavy cuts, high speeds and feeds.  Its primary use is in applications requiring the machining of high hardness heat-treated materials such as high temperature alloys.  The high carbon, vanadium and cobalt contents contribute to good wear resistance, hot hardness and good hardness capabilities.

 T-15 is produced by the powder metallurgy process, which resulted in improved quality from the standpoint of structural uniformity, response to heat treatment, and grindability.  These factors, along with increased toughness, are increasing usage in the industry because of its recognized superior cutting ability.

Flats
  • Available upon request

Rounds
  • Up to 1” +/- .010 to .015

Annealing

 

Heat to 1575-1600 F, hold for 2 hours.

Furnace cool to 1400 F, hold for 4 – 6 hours.

Air cool

Brinell 241 / 277

Heat Treating

 

Preheat range: 1450-1500 F

Hardening range:

Furnace: 2250-2300 F

Salt Bath: 2225-2275 F

Forging limits 2100-1700 F
Stress relieving

2100-1700 F
* Double Tempering is Recommend.

 

T-15 Material in Stock Color Code:   Light green
Flat Dimensions
  •  Sizes available upon request
Round Dimensions
  • ½” upto 1”

  •  Other sizes available upon request.

T-15 Typical Analysis

C

Mn

Si

Cr

V

W

Co

Iron

1.55

.30

.30

4.00

5.00

12.25

5.00

Balance

· Slight variations from typical analysis shown may occur in order to maintain the desired graphitizing potential.

 
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