General descriptions:
M42 is a Mo type of high-speed tool steel with high levels of carbon(1.10%) and cobalt(8.00%).It can be heat treated to a hardness of Rockwell C 68-70 ;in fact, it is a super high-speed steel.Its combination of composition and properties makes it suitable for machining high-hardness alloys and difficut-to-machine superalloys.Excellent wear resistance and high hot hardness are obtained in Type M42 without loss of cutting-edge toughness.
Specifications:
UNS: No.T11342 ASTM A600(M42)
SAE Type M42
Available Product Forms:
Billets, bar, rods, forgings
Chemical Composition:
Nomianl Comercial range
C 1.10 1.05-1.13
Mn - 0.15-0.30
Si 0.30 0.15-0.40
Cr 3.75 3.50-4.00
Mo 9.50 9.25-9.75
W 1.50 1.40-1.60
V 1.15 1.05-1.25
Co 8.00 7.75-8.25
Fe Remainder Remainder