P20 Series – Plastic Mould Steel


Overview

The P20 series includes grades like 1.2311, 1.2312, and 1.2738, making it a widely used plastic mould steel known for its excellent machinability, uniform hardness, and polishability. These steels are ideal for manufacturing high-precision plastic moulds and tools that require good toughness and wear resistance.

Key Features

  • Pre-hardened and ready-to-use grades
  • Excellent machinability and polishability
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Uniform hardness across large cross-sections
  • Suitable for nitriding and chrome plating

Applications

  • Plastic injection moulds
  • Blow moulds
  • Die holders
  • Tool frames and base plates
  • Precision components requiring surface finish

Available Grades:

China - (GB)

SWP20, SW718H, SW718H.TS, 3-4Cr13, 3-4Cr16Mo, 10Ni3MoAICu

America - (AISI)

P20 (Forging), P20 + Ni, 420, P21

Germany (DIN)

1.2311, 1.2738, 1.2738.TS, 1.2083, 1.2316

japan - (JIS)

SCM4, SUS420, NAK80