X33CrS16
1.2085Pre-hardened corrosion-resistant mould steel (30–36 HRC as delivered). 16% Cr provides stainless-like corrosion resistance — no surface pitting during storage, no rust contamination of moulded parts. Sulfur addition improves machinability. Used for moulds processing corrosive plastics (PVC, acetals, flame-retardant compounds), food packaging moulds, moulds stored in humid environments and prototype tooling. Can be directly machined in pre-hardened state without additional heat treatment.
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