HBD 420 Tool Steel


High-Chromium Tool Steel

HBD 420 mold steel is a martensitic stainless steel, similar in composition to S136, with high chromium content for enhanced corrosion resistance. It offers good hardness, wear resistance, and is frequently used in plastic manufacturing molds due to its balance of toughness and durability.

Compatible Technology

LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion)

Material Type

Metal Powders (Metals)

Product Specifications

Download the technical datasheet for HBD 420 Tool Steel metal powder.

Notice: The information in this section provides a brief summary. Please refer to the material datasheet for detailed specifications and standards. For any questions regarding AM materials, feel free to contact our team.

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Compatible Technology

LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion)—also known as SLM (Selective Laser Melting)

Compatible 3D Printers

This material is compatible with LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) 3D printers that can support the necessary laser power and production chamber requirements.

The compatible 3D printers in our catalog include the following:

HBD: HBD 150, HBD 200, HBD 350, HBD 400, HBD 500, HBD 1000Pro

Common Applications

High-Precision Mold Inserts, Conformal Cooling Channels, Gear Shafts, Twin Screw Extruder Mixing Elements, Pump and Valve Components, Surgical Instruments, High-End Cutlery

Yield Strength (Heat-Treated)

1,750±100 MPa

Surface Roughness (After Sandblasting)

≧6 μm Ra