Aiman Metals, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch High Speed Steel (HSS) M2 bars. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional quality and performance tailored to the needs of precision tooling industries. Renowned for their dependability and consistent product standards, Aiman Metals provides M2 bars that cater to a variety of high-performance applications, such as cutting tools and industrial components. With cutting-edge processing capabilities and rigorous quality control, they ensure that every batch of HSS M2 bars meets international standards, serving sectors like automotive, aerospace, mold-making, and general engineering throughout Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region.
High Speed Steel M2 is a tungsten-molybdenum high-speed tool steel known for its impressive composition, which typically includes carbon (~0.85%), tungsten (~6.0%), molybdenum (~5.0%), chromium (~4.0%), vanadium (~2.0%), and iron as the balance. This unique blend provides an outstanding mix of toughness, wear resistance, and red hardness. M2 steel retains its hardness even at elevated temperatures, making it perfect for high-speed cutting tasks. With the right heat treatment, M2 can reach a hardness of 62–65 HRC. It boasts high compressive strength, good grindability, and minimal distortion during heat treatment, ensuring long-lasting tool life and stable performance.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | |||||||
| M2 regular C | 0.78 | 0.88 | 0.15 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.45 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 1.75 | 2.20 | 4.50 | 5.50 | 5.50 | 6.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | |||||||
| 1.3343 | 0.86 | 0.94 | … | … | … | … | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 1.70 | 2.10 | 4.70 | 5.20 | 5.90 | 6.70 |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | |||||||
| SKH51 | 0.80 | 0.88 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 1.70 | 2.10 | 4.70 | 5.20 | 5.90 | 6.70 |
| Mechanical properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Hardness, Rockwell C (tempered at 1150°F, quenched at 2200°F) | 62 | 62 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C (as hardened, quenched at 2200°F) | 65 | 65 |
| Compressive yield strength (when tempered at 300°F) | 3250 MPa | 471000 psi |
| Izod impact unnotched (when tempered at 300°F) | 67 J | 49.4 ft-lb |
| Abrasion (loss in mm3, as-hardened; ASTM G65) | 25.8 | 25.8 |
| Abrasion (loss in mm3, tempered at 1275°F; ASTM G65) | 77.7 | 77.7 |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30458 ksi |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | M2 | 1.3343 | SKH51 |
| Thermal properties | Metric | Imperial |
| CTE, linear (@20.0 – 100°C/ 68.0 – 212°F) | 10 μm/m°C | 5.56 μin/in°F |
| CTE, linear (@20.0 – 500°C/68.0 – 932°F) | 12.2 μm/m°C | 6.78 μin/in°F |
| CTE, linear (@20.0 – 850°C/68.0 – 1560°F) | 12.6 μm/m°C | 7 μin/in°F |
| DENSITY (G/CM 3) | 8.08 |
| DENSITY (LB/IN 3) | 0.292 |
| MELTING POINT (°C) | 1425 |
| MELTING POINT (°F) | 2600 |
High Speed Steel M2 bars find extensive use in crafting cutting tools that demand excellent edge retention and heat resistance. They are commonly used in applications like drill bits, end mills, reamers, taps, saw blades, broaches, and lathe tools. The automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery industries rely on M2 for tools designed to cut hardened materials or operate at high speeds. M2’s ability to maintain hardness and resist wear at elevated temperatures also makes it ideal for punches, dies, and precision forming tools. Its versatility, cost-effectiveness, and well-rounded properties make it a popular choice in the industry.






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