Al Summan Metals, a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Dubai, UAE, is recognized for producing high-quality High Speed Steel (HSS) T42 Bars that are distinguished by their exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and toughness. Through the use of advanced manufacturing methods and strict quality control procedures, Al Summan Metals ensures that every T42 Bar meets international standards, delivering reliable performance in demanding industrial and machining conditions. Renowned for retaining their cutting efficiency even under high temperatures, HSS T42 Bars are ideal for tool-making, drilling, and a range of cutting operations. Al Summan Metals provides precision-engineered steel solutions that combine durability, superior performance, and lasting efficiency for critical industrial applications.
High Speed Steel T42 Bars consist primarily of iron, with roughly 0.8–1.0% carbon, 3–4% cobalt, 3.75–4.5% chromium, 1.5–2% molybdenum, and 6–7% tungsten. This distinctive composition provides them with exceptional hardness, resistance to wear, and red hardness, which makes them well-suited for high-speed cutting tools. Mechanically, T42 steel delivers a tensile strength of 1100–1400 MPa, a hardness between 63 and 66 HRC, and remarkable toughness. The material retains its strength even under high temperatures, demonstrates superb fatigue resistance, and provides excellent machinability and grindability, making it perfect for precision tooling applications.
| Aisi No. | Work No. | C. | Si. | Mn. | Cr. | Mo. | V. | W. | Co. | |
| T-42 | 1.3207 | 1.28 | 0.23 | 0.20 | 4.15 | 3.55 | 3.25 | 9.5 | 10.0 |
| Density | 2.79 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 640 °C |
| Proof Stress | 270 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 405 Min MPa |
| Elongation | 12 Min % |
| Bohler | AISI | BS | IS | JIS | DIN |
| S 700 | T42 | BT42 | XT125WCo10 CrMo4V3 | SKH-57 | (1.3207) |
| Thermal Expansion | 23.10 x10^-6 /K |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 73 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 121-193 W/m.K |
Yes, T42 Alloy High-Speed Steel Bars are suitable for heat treatment. They are usually hardened using heat treatment methods such as quenching and tempering to improve hardness, wear resistance, and overall performance.
Welding T42 High-Speed Steel Bars is difficult because of their elevated carbon content and hardness. When welding must be done, preheating and post-weld heat treatment are frequently required to avoid cracking and maintain strength.
T42 High-Speed Steel Bars ought to be kept in a cool, dry space to guard against rust and corrosion. They should be raised off the floor, preferably on pallets made of wood or plastic, and shielded from humidity and extreme temperatures.
High Speed Steel T42 Bars find wide use across the cutting tool, machining, and manufacturing industries thanks to their outstanding hardness, resistance to wear, and heat resistance. Typical uses include drills, taps, milling cutters, gear cutters, reamers, and other precision cutting tools. They also serve in high-speed machining operations where preserving hardness and dimensional stability under high temperatures is essential. T42 Bars provide durable performance, high precision, and dependable operation, making them ideal for manufacturing components in the industrial, automotive, aerospace, and tooling sectors that require durability and efficiency.






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