ASP30

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ASP30

PM high speed steel with Co, improved hot hardness. PM counterpart of M30.

Chemical Composition (%)

C1.2
W5.8
MO4.6
CR3.75
V2.7
CO7.5
P0.03
S0.03

Mechanical Properties

Hardness(annealed):≤280 HB;Hardness(hardened):65-67 HRC

Chinese Standard

ASP30

Equivalent Grades

PM-M30 Grade

Applications

Cutting tools, broaches, hobs

Available Forms

Bar

Uses

Nickel/cobalt-base superalloy retaining high strength, creep and corrosion resistance at extreme temperature. Cobalt (≈8%) raises hot corrosion and wear resistance. Used in gas-turbine blades, aero-engine hot sections, combustors and advanced energy systems.

Heat Treatment

Solution treated 1050–1250 °C and aged (≈700–900 °C) to precipitate γ′/γ″ strengtheners; processed via vacuum induction + VAR/ESR for cleanliness.

Precautions

Machining is difficult — use ceramic/PCBN tools, generous coolant and rigid setups. Keep clean (vacuum/inert melting) to avoid inclusions; avoid contamination by low-melting elements.

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