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DIN 1.2311 Plastic Mould Steel (P20) – Premium Grade Material

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Overview of 2311 Plastic Mould Steel

DIN 1.2311, also widely known as P20 Steel, is a pre-hardened plastic mould steel renowned for its uniform hardness distribution, even in large cross-sections. This grade offers an exceptional balance of toughness, wear resistance, and machinability, making it a top choice for various mould and die applications.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Excellent Weldability: Maintains minimal hardness elevation in the heat-affected zone, simplifying post-weld treatments.
  • Superior Polishability: Achieves a fine, streak-free mirror finish, reducing finishing time and costs.
  • Uniform Hardness: Delivers consistent hardness (240-280 BHN) across the entire cross-section up to 255mm thickness.
  • Good Machinability: Pre-hardened condition ensures excellent cutting and machining properties.

Equivalent Grades

The nearest international equivalents to DIN 1.2311 include: P20 (ASTM A681), ASSAB 618, NAK55, and P20+Ni.


Specifications & Chemical Composition

Standard Grade C Mn P S Si Cr Mo
ASTM A681 P20 0.28 – 0.40 0.60 – 1.00 ≤ 0.030 ≤ 0.030 0.20 – 0.80 1.40 – 2.00 0.30 – 0.55
DIN EN ISO 4957 1.2311 0.35 – 0.45 1.30 – 1.60 ≤ 0.030 ≤ 0.030 0.20 – 0.40 1.80 – 2.10 0.15 – 0.25
GB/T 1299 3Cr2Mo Equivalent Chinese Standard

Mechanical Properties (Typical Values)

Property Metric Value
Hardness, Brinell (HB) 300 (typical)
Hardness, Rockwell (HRC) 30 (typical)
Tensile Strength, Ultimate 965 – 1030 MPa
Tensile Strength, Yield 827 – 862 MPa
Elongation at Break (in 50mm) 20.0%
Compressive Strength 862 MPa
Charpy Impact (V-Notch) 27.1 – 33.9 J
Poisson’s Ratio 0.27 – 0.30
Elastic Modulus 190 – 210 GPa

Typical Applications

DIN 1.2311 (P20) is the preferred steel grade for a wide variety of tooling and moulding applications, including:

  • Injection moulds for plastic components
  • Mould frames and die holders
  • Zinc and casting dies
  • Backers and bolsters
  • Shoe blocks and mould bases
  • Pressure casting moulds and recipient sleeves

Heat Treatment Guide

Soft Annealing

Temperature (°C) Cooling Method Hardness (HB)
710 – 740 Furnace Max. 235

Hardening

Temperature (°C) Quenching Medium Hardness (HRC)
850 – 880 Oil or Salt Bath (180 – 220°C) 52

Tempering (after quenching at 850–880°C)

Tempering Temperature (°C) 100 200 300 400 500 600 700
Hardness (HRC) 52 50.5 48.5 46 42 36.5 28

Note: The values provided are for reference only. Actual results may vary depending on section size and specific processing parameters.

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