Welcome to Sabra Metals, your trusted partner in Amman, Jordan for premium industrial materials. We take pride in precision and reliability, supplying top-tier High Speed Steel T1 bars to workshops and industries that demand the best. Our commitment is to empower your manufacturing and machining processes with tools that deliver exceptional performance and durability. From the heart of Jordan’s industrial landscape, we provide the solid foundation your most ambitious projects require, ensuring you have the right material to cut, shape, and create with confidence.
High Speed Steel T1 is a tungsten-based grade known for its remarkable red-hardness, meaning it retains its hardness and cutting edge even when exposed to the high temperatures generated during fast machining operations. Its key composition includes tungsten, chromium, and vanadium, which give it superior wear resistance and strength. This combination allows T1 to maintain its mechanical properties under intense stress, making it significantly more durable than standard tool steels for demanding cutting and shaping tasks.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| T1 | 0.62 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 0.90 | 1.30 | … | … | 17.25 | 18.75 | … | … |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| HS18-0-1/1.3355 | 0.73 | 0.85 | … | … | … | … | … | 0.65 | 3.60 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| SKH2 | 0.73 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 1.00 | 1.20 | … | … | 17.20 | 18.70 | … | … |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Density | 8.67 g/cm3 | 0.313 lb/in3 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C | 63.0 – 65.0 | 63.0 – 65.0 |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30457 ksi |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | T1 | HS18-0-1/1.3355 | SKH2 |
| Properties | Conditions | ||
| T (°C) | Treatment | ||
| Thermal expansion | 9.7 x 10-6/ºC | 20-200 more | – |
| Thermal conductivity | 19.9 x W/m-K | 100 more | – |
Yes, High-Speed Steel T1 bars can be welded, but it requires specialized techniques like preheating and post-weld heat treatment to prevent cracking and maintain their hardness and strength properties.
High-Speed Steel T1 bars resist corrosion due to the presence of chromium, which forms a protective oxide layer on the surface. This enhances their resistance to moisture and chemical wear, prolonging tool life.
High-Speed Steel T1 bars should be stored in a dry, cool environment, protected from moisture and corrosive elements. They should be kept off the ground, ideally on shelves or in sealed containers.
The primary use for T1 steel bars is in the creation of cutting tools that operate under severe conditions. You’ll find it in single-point lathe tools, milling cutters, drill bits, and broaches that need to work efficiently at high speeds. Beyond metalworking, its durability makes it ideal for punches, dies, and blades in various industries. Essentially, any application where a tool must withstand intense friction and heat without losing its sharpness is a perfect job for High Speed Steel T1, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.






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