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Assab Steels VANADIS 10 Cold Work Steel Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ### **Assab Steels VANADIS 10: Premium Powder Metallurgy Cold Work Tool Steel** **Introduction** VANADIS 10 is a high-performance, chromium-molybdenum-vanadium alloyed tool steel produced by the Swedish steelmaker Assab Steels (a part of the Uddeholm Group). It is manufactured using advanced powder metallurgy (PM) technology, which results in a microstructure that is extremely fine, homogeneous, and virtually free of segregations. This process gives VANADIS 10 an exceptional combination of very high wear resistance, good toughness, and excellent stability during heat treatment, making it a superior choice for demanding cold work applications where conventional steel grades fail. **Key Value Propositions:** * **Extreme Wear Resistance:** Its primary characteristic, offering significantly longer tool life in abrasive conditions. * **Good Toughness:** Provides reliable resistance to chipping and cracking compared to other high-wear steels. * **High Compressive Strength:** Essential for forming and stamping high-strength materials. * **Excellent Dimensional Stability:** Minimal distortion during hardening due to its high tempering temperature and PM homogeneity. **International Standard Designations** * **Assab / Uddeholm:** VANADIS 10 * **ASTM A681:** Approx. A11 (PM) * **UNS:** T41910 * **European Norm (EN):** Not a direct standard equivalent due to its PM premium grade status. It is often compared to and outperforms conventional grades like 1.2379 (X153CrMoV12). * **Other Trade Names:** Similar PM grades from other manufacturers include Crucible's CPM 10V and Böhler's K390. **Chemical Composition (Typical Weight %)** | Element | Carbon (C) | Chromium (Cr) | Molybdenum (Mo) | Vanadium (V) | Cobalt (Co) | Silicon (Si) | Manganese (Mn) | | :--- | :---: | :---: | :---: | :---: | :---: | :---: | :---: | | **%** | 2.90 | 8.00 | 1.50 | 9.80 | - | 0.50 | 0.50 | *Note: The very high Vanadium content leads to the formation of hard, wear-resistant Vanadium carbides.* **Physical & Mechanical Properties (Typical, Hardened Condition)** * **Density:** ~7.84 g/cm³ * **Thermal Conductivity:** 20 W/m°C (at 20°C) * **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:** 10.5 x 10⁻⁶/K (20-200°C) * **Elastic Modulus:** ~210 GPa * **Hardness (after heat treatment):** 60-64 HRC (commonly used at 60-62 HRC for optimal toughness/wear balance). * **Compressive Strength:** ~ 3000 MPa (at 60 HRC). **Heat Treatment** * **Soft Annealed Hardness:** Approx. 280 HB. * **Hardening Temperature:** 1100 - 1180°C (Precise control under protective atmosphere or vacuum is critical). * **Tempering Temperature:** 525 - 600°C. Requires **double or triple tempering** to achieve optimal properties and transform retained austenite. Peak secondary hardness is typically achieved around 525°C. * **Dimensional Stability:** Very good due to the high tempering temperature. **Product Applications** VANADIS 10 is specifically designed for severe cold work applications where extreme wear is the primary cause of failure. Typical applications include: * **Fine Blanking:** Punches and dies for abrasive materials (e.g., high-strength steels, silicon sheets for electrical laminations). * **Forming & Punching:** Forming rolls, punches, and dies for advanced high-strength steel (AHSS), stainless steel, and copper alloys. * **Thread Rolling & Extrusion:** Dies and rolls for producing threads on hard materials. * **Cutting:** Blades and knives for cutting abrasive materials like composites, plastics with fillers, and pre-coated metals. * **Powder Compaction:** Punches and dies for compacting metal and ceramic powders. * **Slitting & Trimming:** Knives for long-run, abrasive strip materials. **Available Forms** * Decarb-free, soft annealed. * Round bars * Flat bars * Blanks and blocks * Custom pre-finished tool components **Conclusion** Assab Steels VANADIS 10 represents the pinnacle of wear-resistant cold work tool steel technology. Its powder metallurgy pedigree delivers unparalleled performance in the most challenging applications, drastically reducing downtime for tool changes and increasing productivity. When tool life in abrasive conditions is the critical factor, VANADIS 10 provides a cost-effective solution despite its premium positioning, thanks to its extended service life. -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Assab Steels VANADIS 10 Cold Work Steel Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <7237 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Assab Steels VANADIS 10 Cold Work Steel Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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