ES 100 K – 1.2162

Low alloyed case hardening steel

Standard case hardening steel, easily machinable, good polishability, suitable for cold hobbing, high surface hardness with high core toughness can be achieved with appropriate heat treatment

Product features
  • 21 MnCr 5
  • As-supplied condition: BG-annealed to max. 210 HB (approx 710 N/mm²)
  • General fields of application: Tools for plastic processing (thermoplastic and thermosetting), pinions, gear wheels, gear racks, shafts etc.
  • Case hardening in powder: 870 - 900 °C
  • Case hardening in salt bath: 900 - 930 °C
  • Intermediate annealing temperature: 630 - 650 °C

Applications

Cold Forming Compression Moulding Extrusion of synthetic materials Industrial Blades Injection Moulding Roller Production

Configure & Buy

Round Bar

We stock rolled or forged material in production lengths of 3 to 4 meters. Generally available in peeled or machined condition.

Round Bar
Flat Bar

We supply rolled or forged flat material as bars, sheets or blocks.

Some steel grades are also available with a pre-milled surface.

Flat Bar