BD3 Steel — Specifications & Listings
BS4659 — British high carbon high chrome cold work steel
Grade Details
| Grade | BD3 |
| Standard | BS4659 |
| Description | British high carbon high chrome cold work steel |
| Applications | Blanking dies, forming tools, gauges |
Equivalent / Similar Grades
| Grade |
Standard |
Region |
|
D3
|
AISI |
USA |
|
X210Cr12
|
DIN |
Germany |
Chemical Composition (%)
| C |
Mn |
Cr |
Si |
| 2.00–2.35 |
≤0.60 |
11.00–13.50 |
≤0.60 |
Mechanical Properties
| Hardness HRC (hardened) |
58–64 |
| Hardness HB (annealed) |
≤255 |
Typical Available Sizes
| Round Bar |
10mm–200mm dia |
| Flat Bar |
20×10mm–250×80mm |
Sizes are indicative. Contact seller for exact availability.
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