| Customization: | Available |
|---|---|
| Type: | Round Bars |
| Standard: | AISI, DIN, JIS, GB |
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M1 is a high-speed steel known for its excellent wear resistance, heat resistance, and toughness. It contains tungsten and cobalt, making it ideal for general-purpose applications in cutting tools.
Developed as the first molybdenum-based high-speed steel, M1 was first melted in 1931 by Universal-Cyclops Steel Corporation. Since then, it has become a popular choice for tool steels, providing similar or even better cutting performance compared to tungsten-based steels.
M1 is also one of the most affordable high-speed steels, making it a great option for a variety of applications, provided that good heat treatment facilities are available. However, it is susceptible to decarburization unless hardened in a salt bath or controlled atmosphere furnace.
| Execution Standard | ZEICIN Grade | ASTM | AISI | UNS | DIN |
| ASTM A600-1992(R2010) | M1 | A600 M1 | M1 | T11301 | 1.3346 |
| C | W | Mo | Cr | V | Co | Al | Mn | Si | S | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.78-0.88 | 1.40-2.10 | 8.20-9.20 | 3.50-4.00 | 1.00-1.35 | - | - | 0.15-0.40 | 0.20-0.50 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.03 |
Material Form and Heat Treatment Conditions:
Round Bar, Forgings, Thick Plate, Thin Plate, Strips - Cold Drawn
Hardness: ≤ 262 HB
Round Bar, Forgings, Thick Plate, Thin Plate, Strips - Cold Drawn and Annealed
Hardness: ≤ 255 HB
Round Bar, Forgings, Thick Plate, Thin Plate, Strips - Annealed
Hardness: ≤ 248 HB
Round Bar, Forgings, Thick Plate, Thin Plate, Strips - Heat Treated (Quenching)
Hardness: ≥ 64 HRC
Cold Drawn: Used to improve the accuracy and surface quality of the material, suitable for applications where hardness is not a critical factor.
Cold Drawn and Annealed: Improves machinability and toughness, suitable for most standard applications.
Annealed: Reduces internal stress and improves the material's workability, but the hardness is lowered to ≤ 248 HB.
Heat Treated (Quenching): Through quenching, M1 steel achieves higher hardness (≥ 64 HRC), suitable for tools and molds that require high hardness and wear resistance.
This heat treatment table helps customers choose the appropriate treatment and hardness level based on their specific requirements to ensure the material meets the performance needs of their final applications.
M1 high-speed tool steel offers exceptional hardness and toughness thanks to its high tungsten and molybdenum content. It ensures superior cutting-edge retention and wear resistance compared to standard tool steels.
With proprietary heat treatment technologies and careful tooling processes, we ensure consistent hardness and toughness across every batch of material.
The combination of Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle Furnace (LF), Vacuum Degassing (VD), and Electro-Slag Remelting (ESR) refining processes results in fewer impurities and better carbide distribution in cutting elements. This directly enhances its cutting performance and wear resistance.
Our isothermal spheroidizing annealing process ensures superior machinability and uniform structure, making M1 high-speed steel ideal for precision tooling applications.
We implement a comprehensive inspection system, ensuring stable product quality from raw material selection to finished products. Our M1 steel meets industry standards including GB/T 9943-2008, AISI M1, JIS SKH51, and DIN 1.3346.
Our materials are vacuum degassed and subjected to rapid solidification, optimizing purity and minimizing carbide segregation for improved performance.
We offer customized solutions for a variety of applications, ranging from round bars with different precision grades to semi-finished and finished cutting tools.
We also provide customized designs based on customer specifications and performance requirements, ensuring we meet diverse industrial needs.
High Quality & Stability: Our advanced processes ensure a stable, reliable product that consistently performs to high standards.
Cost-Effectiveness: Optimized production processes enable customers to save on material costs while receiving high-quality steel.
Competitive Advantage: Our cutting-edge technology and materials provide a significant advantage in both quality and cost compared to industry peers.
M1 High-Speed Tool Steel is ideal for tools like drill bits, milling cutters, taps, and working tools such as chisels and routers. It combines the best properties of flexibility, hardness, toughness, strength, and wear resistance. Whether slicing through tough metals or maintaining sharpness after prolonged use, M1 High-Speed Steel is the first choice for industries requiring reliable, high-performance tools.
M1 High-Speed Tool Steel is commonly used in a variety of cutting and forming applications, known for its exceptional wear resistance, hardness, and thermal stability. It is especially suited for tools that operate under high-speed and high-load conditions.
Cutting Tools:
Drill taps, milling cutters, reamers, and more - M1 is widely used for high-performance cutting tools that require sharp edges and high durability.
Molds and Dies:
M1 is used in plastic and metal forming applications. Its ability to withstand high thermal stress and wear makes it perfect for tools such as molds and dies.
Saw Blades:
Ideal for high-speed cutting applications, M1's excellent hardness and wear resistance ensure that it performs well even in extreme cutting conditions.
Broaching Tools:
Used for machining internal surfaces with high precision, M1 is engineered to withstand extreme conditions and is designed to deliver exceptional performance for tasks like broaching.
M1 High-Speed Tool Steel is perfect for cold forming processes, including dies & punches, blanking dies for light gauge materials or thin sheets, taps and reamers for machining, cold shear blades for cutting sheet metal or rods up to 6mm thick, thread rolling dies for bolts and screws, broaching tools, and more.
1. How does M1 High-Speed Steel compare to other high-speed steels like M2?
M1 steel offers a balance of hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability, making it ideal for general-purpose applications. While M2 has a higher tungsten content for extreme cutting speeds, M1 excels in cost-effectiveness and performance, making it a great choice for a wide range of machining tools where durability and affordability are critical.
2. Can M1 High-Speed Steel be machined to custom sizes?
Yes, we offer custom machining, processing, and heat treatment services to meet your specific requirements. Whether you need bars, sheets, or custom profiles, M1 can be tailored to your desired size and finish.
3. Which industries benefit the most from M1 High-Speed Steel?
M1 High-Speed Steel is widely used in industries such as tool manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and heavy-duty metalworking. It is ideal for producing cutting tools like drills, reamers, milling cutters, and broaching tools, which require both precision and durability.
4. Do you supply raw materials or manufacture finished products?
We are both a manufacturer and a supplier of raw materials. We offer high-quality M1 high-speed steel and provide customized machining services for semi-finished and finished products. Our goal is to provide on-time delivery to meet your production requirements efficiently.
5. Why should I choose Zeicin for M1 High-Speed Steel? What advantage will I gain?
Zeicin offers innovative technology backed by years of experience in the field of high-speed steels. Our proprietary processes, which are unique in the industry, enable us to deliver superior quality and competitive prices. We challenge Japanese and European brands by providing exceptional performance and cost-efficiency, giving our customers the best value for money in the market.
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