T5 Steel | AISI T5 | 1.3265 | SKH4

T5 Steel Buying Guide

In this guide, we are going to discuss more about T5 steel, its properties, chemical composition and every other element you need to know about T5 steel. Firstly, I would like to congratulate you for finding your way into the WALDUN Steel online portal where you can find any type of quality steels designed for different applications at an affordable rate.

Waldun steel is the best and trusted manufacturer of all types of steels in China known for quality products and services. Buying T5 steel from us will be a choice you will never regret but before that, we have some information about AISI T5 steel to share with you

What is T5 steel or AISI/ASTM T5 steel?

The T5 Steel is defined as a high-speed Tungsten tool steel that is classified as T-steels by the AISI system of classification. The steel T series ranges from T1 to T15.

The characteristics of these steels are similar to those of molybdenum tool steels.

T5 steel also belongs to the AISI steels which represent the American Iron and Steel Institute, this explains why AISI is attached to the name of this steel. So don’t be confused when you see AISI or ASTM T5 steel they are the same.

ASTM on the other hand stands for American Society for Testing and Materials. The most commonly used standards for steel products are those published by ASTM in the United States (American Society for Testing and Materials).

ASTM specifications represent a consensus among steel mill products manufacturers, specifications, manufacturers and users. The T represents the Tungsten tool steels while the 5 helps to differentiate the steel type from other models since the steel T series ranges from T1 to T15.

What is the chemical composition of T5 Steel?

There are several chemical compositions of T5 steel which are shown below.

Element	Content (%)
Tungsten, W	17.50-19.00
Chromium, Cr	3.75-5.00
Vanadium, V	1.80-2.40
Carbon, C	0.75-0.85
Molybdenum, Mo	0.50-1.25
Nickel, Ni	0.3
Copper, Cu	0.25
Silicon, Si	0.20-0.45
Manganese, Mn	0.20-0.40
Phosphorus, P	0.03
Sulfur, S	0.03
Iron, Fe	Balance

What are the Physical Property of T5 Steel?

Below are the physical properties of T5 Steel you should know.

Density ,g/cm3	8.75
Specific heat,J/kg.K	42
Thermal conductivity, W/mK	34
Modulus of elasticity,kN/mm2	424
Thermal expansion,20-100 ºC,untreated	11.2 x 10^ -6 /ºC

What are the Mechanical Properties of T5 Steel?

You can see the mechanical properties associated with T5 Steel below.

Hardness, Rockwell C (Quenched at 1277°C, Tempered at 552°C)	63-65 HRC
Poisson’s ratio	0.27-0.30
Elastic modulus	190-210 GPa

T5 Steel Processing

The round bar and flat parts of T5 High-Speed Steel can be cut into your desired sizes as required.

You can also deliver a T5 High-Speed ground steel bar, providing your required tolerances with a high-quality tool steel precision ground tool bar.

Also available in standard and non-standard sizes as a ground flooring/gauge platform are T5 high-speed steel.

What are the T5 Steel Forms, Sizes & Tolerance waldun steel offers?

Waldun is a steel manufacturing company that will understand your requirements and ensure that you get only but the best quality steel of any type. When it comes to T5 Steel you can choose from the varieties of Form, Size & Tolerance as shown below.

Round bar
Diameter	1-16mm	10-50mm	50-180mm	180-300mm
Process	Cold Drawn	Hot Rolled	Hot Forged	Free Forging
Flat bar
Thickness	1-2.5mm	1.5-20mm	20-300mm
Width	Max 800mm	Max 800mm	Max 800mm
Process	Cold Drawn	Hot Rolled	Hot Forged

The good news is that tolerance can be customized as per requests, so you are fully covered.

T5 Steel forging process

There are two phases to take before heating the AISI T5 steel, you can start the forging process by heating at a rate, not more than 1000-1150°C steadily and consistently at 650-750°C, secondly, at a rate of not more than 2220°C per hour. When the temperature falls below 950°C, reheating is required. After forging, gradual cooling in the oven.

T5 Steel Annealing process

Annealing after hot work and before re-hardening is necessary. Ensure that you have a temperature between 820°C to 870°C without exceeding 220°C per hour.

Regulated slow furnace cooling at 10 to 20°C per hour to about 550°C, accompanied by still air cooling. Hardness after 285Brinell annealing.

Stress Relieving of T5 Steel

Stress relief can be carried out by heating up to 600-650oC for one hour at heat and air cooling to eliminate machining stresses. During heat treatment, this procedure is performed to minimize distortion.

Hardening of Steel T5

Hardening of T5 Steel involved 3 simple processes which are shown below.

• Preheat T5 tool steel slowly to the temperature of 820-870°C.
• Heat to the final hardening temperature of 1250°C and make sure the material must be heated through.
• Quench in the warm oil, and then complete the quench in the air. (care must be taken at this step)

T5 Steel Tempering

Before Tempering ensure that the temperature is at 550-590oC.

Application of AISI T5 Tool Steel

High-Speed AISI T5 Steel is the most commonly used high-speed steel tungsten type, with high-temperature hardness and high red hardness easier to grind.

Cutting equipment, including vehicles, raspers, grinding, broaching, drilling, cutting machines and tap, drifting, etc., suitable for the soft or medium hardness process below (300 ~ 320 HB). Applying for a working temperature below 600°C will keep cutting efficiency. The development of the abrasion machine with high temperatures

Where to buy T5 Steel for all applications?

You are already in the right place. Waldun steel is a trusted T5 steel wholesaler in China. If you care about quality and best customer support then Waldun Steel is here to assist you and ensure you get the best of what you want.

It’s time to act!

You have seen all the properties of T5 Steel, it’s time for you to take action, pick up your phone and call Waldun Steel manufacturing company customer support department or email us to get free quotes and prices.

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