At a glance
| Run size | 1 to 500 pieces |
|---|---|
| Casting weight | Up to 2,000 lbs |
| Molding | No-bake / air-set sand |
| Simulation | MAGMA, before the first pour |
| Heat treatment | Stress relieving and annealing in house |
| Delivered | Ready for machining, with traceability and certification |
| Grades | H13, D2 |
H13 and D2
H13 is a chromium hot-work tool steel. It keeps its strength and resists heat checking at high temperature, which is why it is the standard for die casting dies and hot forging tooling.
D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold-work tool steel with very high wear resistance, used for tooling that cuts, forms or wears at room temperature.
Why cast tooling near net shape
Casting a die block or insert close to its finished shape removes a large share of the machining and material that cutting it from solid bar or plate would take. We can also make and store the pattern so the next die is a repeat order.
What to send for a quote
- A drawing or 3D model (PDF, DWG, DXF, STEP or IGES), or photos and measurements of the part
- Material and grade, if you know it
- Quantity per run, and roughly how many a year
- Whether you need it as-cast or ready for machining, and any testing or certification
Request a quote or call 314-849-4080, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get H13 tool steel castings made in the US?
St. Louis Precision Cast Products pours H13 and D2 tool steel castings at its foundry in St. Louis, Missouri, in runs from 1 to 500 pieces.
What are cast H13 and D2 used for?
Die casting dies, forging dies and other tooling. H13 is a hot-work steel; D2 is a wear resistant cold-work steel.