Al Summan Metals, a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Dubai, UAE, specializes in producing high-quality High Speed Steel (HSS) M42 Bars. These bars are renowned for their exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and toughness. Through the use of advanced manufacturing methods and stringent quality inspections, Al Summan Metals ensures that every M42 Bar not only complies with international standards but also provides reliable performance in demanding industrial and machining environments. Recognized for their capacity to retain hardness even under high temperatures, HSS M42 Bars are ideal for industries centered on cutting, drilling, and tool-making. Al Summan Metals delivers precision-engineered steel solutions that combine durability, superior performance, and lasting efficiency for critical applications.
High Speed Steel M42 Bars are made mostly of iron, containing roughly 1.05% carbon, 8–10% cobalt, 4% chromium, 1.5% molybdenum, 1.5% vanadium, and 1% tungsten. This distinctive combination provides them with exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and red hardness, which makes them well suited for high-speed cutting operations. In terms of mechanical properties, M42 steel delivers a tensile strength of 1200–1500 MPa, hardness between 64 and 67 HRC, and remarkable toughness. The material retains its strength at elevated temperatures, demonstrates excellent fatigue resistance, and provides great machinability and grindability, making it a preferred choice for high-performance tooling applications.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| M42 | 1.05 | 1.15 | 0.15 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.15 | 0.65 | 3.50 | 4.25 | 0.95 | 1.35 | 9.00 | 10.00 | 1.15 | 1.85 | 7.75 | 8.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| 1.3247/HS2-9-1-8 | 1.05 | 1.15 | … | … | … | … | … | 0.70 | 3.50 | 4.50 | 0.90 | 1.30 | 9.00 | 10.00 | 1.20 | 1.90 | 7.50 | 8.50 |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | Mo | W | Co | ||||||||
| SKH59 | 1.05 | 1.15 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.70 | 3.50 | 4.50 | 0.90 | 1.30 | 9.00 | 10.00 | 1.20 | 1.90 | 7.50 | 8.50 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Hardness, Rockwell C (oil quenched from 1204°C, 5 minutes) | 64.3 | 64.3 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C (oil quenched from 1177°C, 5 minutes) | 65.5 | 65.5 |
| Hardness, Rockwell C(oil quenched from 1163°C) | 65.8 | 65.8 |
| Izod impact unnotched (oil quenched at 1191°C; 510°C temper temperature) | 13.6 J | 10.0 ft- lb |
| Izod impact unnotched (oil quenched at 1191°C; 622°C temper temperature) | 24.4 J | 24.4 J |
| Machinability (1% carbon steel) | 35.0 – 40.0% | 35.0 – 40.0% |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30457 ksi |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | M42 | 1.3247/HS2-9-1-8 | SKH59 |
Yes, M42 High-Speed Steel is weldable, though it calls for specialized methods such as preheating, post-weld heat treatment, and the use of suitable filler materials to prevent cracking and preserve its characteristics.
Yes, High Speed Steel M42 bars can be recycled. They may be melted down and put back into use during manufacturing, cutting waste and preserving resources, which makes them an eco-friendly material option.
High-Speed Steel M42 bars ought to be kept in a cool, dry space, shielded from humidity and rust. Make sure they rest on clean, steady surfaces to avoid harm and preserve their quality.
High Speed Steel M42 Bars are widely used across the cutting tool, machining, and manufacturing industries thanks to their outstanding hardness, wear resistance, and heat resistance. You’ll encounter them in numerous applications, such as drills, taps, end mills, saw blades, gear cutters, reamers, and other precision cutting tools. They excel in high-speed machining tasks that require consistent hardness and dimensional stability at high temperatures. M42 Bars provide durable performance, high precision, and efficiency in creating high-quality components, making them the ideal option for industrial, automotive, aerospace, and tooling applications where durability and reliability are critical.






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