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Better Heat Crack Resistance Mold Steel 1.2714

1.2714 mold steel is an improved material based on 2344 mold steel. It retains the advantages of 2344 and has better heat crack resistance. This kind of steel is characterized by good toughness, ductility and crack resistance, and chromium is added to improve the fatigue resistance and toughness of the mold. 1.2714 steel contains a high proportion of chromium and has high hardenability. It can obtain a martensitic structure through air cooling. It is suitable for large-scale, complex structure, precision and long-life die-casting molds, high-performance die-casting molds and extrusion molds.
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Product Specifications

Category Parameter Value
Chemical Composition Carbon (C) 0.50–0.60

Silicon (Si) 0.10–0.40

Manganese (Mn) 0.65–0.95

Phosphorus (P) ≤ 0.03

Sulfur (S) ≤ 0.03

Chromium (Cr) 1.00–1.20

Nickel (Ni) 1.50–1.80

Molybdenum (Mo) 0.45–0.55

Vanadium (V) 0.07–0.12
Mechanical Properties Hardness (HB) 376

Yield Strength 1045 MPa / 151 ksi

Tensile Strength 1270 MPa / 184 ksi

Elongation 10%

Impact Toughness (KCV @ 20°C) 40 J

Elastic Modulus 205 GPa / 29733 ksi
Physical Properties Density 7.85 kg/m³

Thermal Conductivity

Forging Ratio 4:1 Minimum

Microstructure

Magnetic Yes
Heat Treatment Quenching Temperature 840–860 °C

Quenching Method Oil or Water Quench

Quenching Note Heat thoroughly before quenching

Tempering Temperature 500–600 °C

Tempering Method Air Cooling
Forging Pre-heating Slow Preheat

Hot-working Temperature 1050–850 °C


Features

  • Improved Heat-Crack Resistance 

    Built on 1.2344 (H13) technology, 1.2714 offers enhanced resistance to heat checking and thermal fatigue during prolonged die-casting cycles

  • Superior Toughness & Crack Resistance 

    With optimized Cr–Ni–Mo–V alloying, this steel delivers high impact toughness and low risk of cracking under extreme thermal stress

  • High Hardenability via Air Cooling 

    The high chromium and nickel content enables full through‑hardening to a martensitic structure even with air quenching, ideal for large, complex molds

  • Excellent Wear & Fatigue Resistance 

    Alloying elements ensure long-term resistance to abrasion and cyclic loading in high-temperature hot-work tooling

  • Minimal Distortion & Precision Stability 

    Low tempering-softening tendency and balanced alloy design help maintain dimensional accuracy and prolong mold life in precision applications


Application

  1. Long-life Die-Casting Molds 

    Ideal for high‑performance die-casting molds in aluminum and zinc, delivering precision and extended service life under thermal cycling

  2. Extrusion Molds & Press Tools 

    Suited for extrusion dies, ram dies, and press tools used in non-ferrous metal forming, offering excellent wear and fatigue resistance

  3. Forging Dies & Hot Shear Tools 

    Commonly used for forging dies, hot shear knives and punching tools in heavy-duty steel processing applications

  4. Precision Plastic or Thermoplastic Molding 

    Suitable for injection or compression mold cores and cavities, delivering superior polishability and toughness for plastics like ABS and LFT


FAQ

Q: What is 1.2714 mold steel used for?  

A: It’s used in die-casting molds, forging dies, and extrusion tooling requiring high toughness and thermal fatigue resistance.


Q: Can 1.2714 steel be quenched in air?  

A: Yes, its high hardenability allows air quenching with minimal distortion.


Q: Is 1.2714 suitable for complex molds?  

A: Absolutely. It performs well in large, high-precision, long-life mold applications.


Q: What are the key properties of 1.2714 steel?  

A: Excellent toughness, heat crack resistance, wear resistance, and dimensional stability.


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