M42 (DIN 1.3247) is a high speed steel with high hardness and wear resistance, commonly used for cutting tools and high wear punches. It is selected for demanding applications where high hardness is required. Material can be supplied in annealed or heat-treated condition.
M42
Hardness
HRC 64–66 (when heat treated)
Equivalents
DIN 1.3247 / JIS SKH59 / AISI M42
Stock Availability
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Material Overview
Technical Specifications
| Grade | M42 |
| Category | High Speed Steel |
| Delivery Condition | Annealed or heat treated, depending on application |
| Equivalents | DIN 1.3247 / JIS SKH59 / AISI M42 |
| Hardness Range | HRC 64–66 (when heat treated) |
| Notes | Supplied for high wear tooling applications; condition confirmed per order. |
Typical Applications
Delivery Conditions
Supply State
Annealed or heat treated, depending on application
- Cut-to-size blocks
- Heat treatment available
- Grinding on request
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