In many modern tool applications, especially in forging, extrusion and die casting, requirements have evolved significantly. Standard grades like H11 (1.2343) often reach their limits – particularly when it comes to toughness and reliability in highly stressed, filigree tools.
That’s where BGH TOUGH ONE makes the difference.
- Developed on the basis of 1.2344 / H13
- Optimized chemical composition and advanced metallurgy
- Designed to deliver toughness levels typically only achievable with ESR grades
The result:
- Outstanding toughness (≈ 400 J impact energy)
- Excellent resistance to thermal fatigue and cracking
- Reliable performance under extreme temperature changes
- High cleanliness and optimized microstructure
Key advantage:
With BGH TOUGH ONE, you can often replace costly ESR-remelted material – while maintaining comparable performance.
Case studies replacing a complex tool of standard 1.2367 ESR grade by BGH TOUGH ONE delivered from our steel service center BGH SL Stahl lowered the need for regrinding of the tool significantly!
Even better:
Heat treatment remains unchanged – the same parameters used for standard H11/H13 apply
Typical applications:
- Extrusion tools
- Forging dies
- Pressure die-casting
- Plastic moulds
- Press dies & punches
- Hot shearing knives
BGH TOUGH ONE stands for:
- Maximum toughness without ESR
- Higher tool reliability and longer service life
- A cost-efficient upgrade for high-performance tooling
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