Semih Metals, located in Istanbul, Turkey, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of High Speed Steel (HSS) T4 Bars. They specialize in providing top-notch tool steel solutions for industries that demand high performance and durability. HSS T4 Bars are crafted to retain their hardness even at elevated temperatures, delivering outstanding wear resistance, toughness, and cutting efficiency. Semih Metals is committed to precise manufacturing, rigorous quality control, and adherence to international standards. Their HSS T4 Bars come in a variety of sizes and specifications, making them perfect for manufacturers of cutting tools, machining equipment, and precision engineering components where long-lasting performance and reliability are crucial.
These High Speed Steel T4 Bars are primarily made up of carbon (0.70–0.80%), tungsten (12–14%), chromium (4–5%), vanadium (1%), molybdenum (2%), and cobalt (1–2%), which makes them ideal for high-speed cutting applications. This unique composition grants them exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and red-hardness, meaning they can maintain their hardness even at high temperatures. Mechanically, T4 HSS Bars boast a tensile strength of 1800–2200 MPa, hardness levels between 62–64 HRC when fully hardened, and impressive toughness. The combination of high-speed cutting capability, dimensional stability, and resistance to deformation ensures they perform exceptionally well in demanding machining tasks.
| ASTM A600 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| T4 | 0.70 | 0.80 | 0.10 | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 3.75 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.50 | 19.00 | 0.40 | 1.00 | 4.25 | 5.75 |
| DIN ISO 4957 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| S 18-1-2-5/1.3255 | 0.75 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.50 | 18.50 | 0.50 | 0.80 | 4.50 | 5.50 |
| JIS G4403 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | V | W | Mo | Co | ||||||||
| SKH3 | 0.73 | 0.83 | … | 0.40 | 0.03 | 0.03 | … | 0.45 | 3.80 | 4.50 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 17.00 | 19.00 | … | … | 4.50 | 5.50 |
| Density [g/cm3] | 8.70 | |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Modulus of elasticity | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30458 ksi |
| Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
| Country | USA | German | Japan |
| Standard | ASTM A600 | DIN EN ISO 4957 | JIS G4403 |
| Grades | T4/T12004 | S 18-1-2-5/1.3255 | SKH3 |
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
| Thermal expansion co-efficient | 11.9 µm/m°C | 6.6 µin/in°F |
High Speed Steel T4 bars are sized by diameter and length, typically ranging from 1/4" to 10" in diameter, with standard lengths of 12 to 20 feet, depending on manufacturer specifications.
High Speed Steel T4 bars and rods are manufactured through alloying, melting, forging, and heat treatment processes, followed by precision machining to achieve desired hardness, strength, and dimensional accuracy for industrial use.
High-speed steel T4 bars should be stored in a dry, clean environment, protected from moisture and corrosion. Store them on flat, secure surfaces to prevent deformation or damage.
HSS T4 Bars are widely utilized in the production of cutting tools, drills, reamers, taps, milling cutters, broaches, and gear cutters. They excel in high-speed machining of metals, including stainless steel and alloy steels, where wear and heat resistance are vital. Other applications include dies, punches, and precision engineering components that need to withstand heavy loads. The remarkable red-hardness and toughness of HSS T4 Bars make them essential in automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing, guaranteeing efficiency, precision, and a long service life for high-performance tooling applications.






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