A10

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A10

Air-hardening cold-work tool steel. (ASTM A681; equiv ASTM A681 / DIN 1.2363 / JIS SKD12). Nominal values—confirm mill certificate.

Chemical Composition (%)

C1.25
NI1.55
MN1.6
MO1.25
SI1
P0.03
S0.08

Mechanical Properties

Hardness(annealed):≤269 HB;Hardness(hardened):58-63 HRC

Chinese Standard

ASTM A681 A10

Equivalent Standards

ASTM A681

Equivalent Grades

DIN 1.2363 / JIS SKD12

Applications

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Available Forms

Block"

Uses

Low-alloy engineering steel with enhanced hardenability and strength from alloying elements. Molybdenum (≈1.5%) raises high-temperature strength and prevents temper embrittlement. Nickel (≈1.8%) increases toughness and impact strength at low temperature. Applied to gears, shafts, bolts, connecting rods, pressure parts and heavy forgings in automotive, energy and machinery sectors.

Heat Treatment

Austenitize at 760–820 °C and quench (oil/water) then temper at 150–400 °C for high hardness; spheroidize anneal (680–720 °C) improves machinability of the as-rolled bar.

Precautions

Preheat and control interpass temperature when welding; post-weld heat treatment or stress relief is recommended to avoid hard-zone cracking. Use low-hydrogen electrodes. Protect from decarburization during heating (controlled atmosphere or protective coating).

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