BRM2
BRM2
BRM2
Designation by Standards
C Si Mn Cr Mo Ni V W Others
Description
M2 is a higher carbon version of the M1 tool steel (Molybdenum High Speed Tool Steel). The M2 alloy has somewhat better wear
resistance than M1. Very high resistance to softening at elevated temperatures. Very high resistance to wear. Good toughness and
cutting capability. Deep hardening response.
Applications
Primarily used for cutting tools, knives, tap and spiral drills, broaching tools, milling cutters, woodworking tools, cold work tools.
Stress Relieving
Stress relieving to remove machining stresses should be carried out by heating to 650 oC, holding for one hour at heat, followed by air
cooling. This operation is performed to reduce distortion during heat treatment.
Hardening
Heat up to 450-600oC, then preheat to 850oC, and to 1050oC. Harden from a temperature of 1180-1230oC followed by oil, air
quenching or warm bath 550oC. Hardness after quenching is min. 64 HRC.
Tempering
Tempering temperature: 3 x 1 hour at 540-560oC.
200oC 300oC 400oC 500oC 525oC 550oC 575oC 600oC 650oC 700oC
63 61 61 62.5 64 65 64 62.5 57 47
Tempering Diagram
Forging
Hot forming temperature: 1120-926oC.
Machinability
M2 is classified as a "medium" machinability tool steel in the annealed condition. It may be shaped by grinding but is relatively poor in
regard to capability of being ground. Its machinability rating is 50% as compared to the W group water hardening tool steel.
Corrosion Resistance
Not normally employed in applications requiring corrosion resistance.
Welding
Consult the alloy supplier for information on the advisability of welding.
Forms manufactured: Please see the Dimensional Sales Program.
Disclaimer
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