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M42  T15



AISI M42

M42 is a molybdenum-cobalt high-speed steel capable of being hardened to 70 Rockwell C. The carbon content is higher than in most high-speed steels, and with this balanced composition, contributes to wear resistance and hot hardness as well as the high hardness capability. M42 exhibits good grindability and relatively good toughness at high hardness levels. M42 is being used for the machining of heat treated materials (high hardness) and high temperature alloys.

TYPICALAPPLICATIONS

Broaches, Circular and Dovetail Form Tools, Drills, End Mills, Lathe Tools, Milling Cutters, Punches, Reamers, Slitting Saws, and Twist Drills.

WEARRESISTANCE

Very High to Highest

TOUGHNESS

Low

RESISTANCE TO SOFTENING EFFECT OF
ELEVATED TEMPERATURE

Highest

DEPTH OF HARDENING

Deep

MACHINABILITY

Medium

GRINDABILITY

Low

DISTORTION IN HEAT TREATING

A or S:Low/0:Medium

SAFETY IN HARDENING

Low to Medium

RESISTANCE TO DECARBURIZATION

Low



TYPICAL ANALYSIS

Carbon (C)

1.05-1.15

Manganese(Mn)

.15-.40

Silicon(Si)

.15-.65

Tungsten(W)

1.15-1.85

Molybdenum(Mo)

9.00-10.00

TYPE M4 (UNS T11342)

Chromium (Cr)

3.50-4.25

Vanadium (V)

.95-1.35

Colbalt (Co)

7.75-8.75

Nickel (Ni)

.30 max

AISI T15 (PM)

T15 PM is a tungsten high-speed steel designed for use in machining operations requiring heavy cuts, high speeds and feeds. Its primary use is in applications requiring the machining of high-hardness heat-treated materials such as high temperature alloys. The high carbon, vanadium, and cobalt contents contribute to good wear resistance, hot hardness and good hardness capabilities. T15 PM is produced by the powder metallurgy process which has resulted in improved quality from the standpoint of structural uniformity, response to heat treatment and grindability. These factors, along with increased toughness, are increased usage in the industry because of its recognized superior cutting ability.

TYPICALAPPLICATIONS

Broaches, Chasers, Form Tools, Heavy Duty Cutting Tools, High Production Blades, Milling Cutters, Reamers, and Taps.

WEARRESISTANCE

Highest

TOUGHNESS

Low

RESISTANCE TO SOFTENIN GEFFECT OF
ELEVATED TEMPERATURE

Very High

DEPTH OF HARDENING

Deep

MACHINABILITY

Medium

GRINDABILITY

High

DISTORTION IN HEAT TREATING

Medium

SAFETY IN HARDENING

Medium

RESISTANCE TO DECARBURIZATION

Medium



TYPICAL ANALYSIS

Carbon (C)

1.55

Manganese(Mn)

.30

Silicon(Si)

.30

Tungsten(W)

12.25

Molybdenum(Mo)

TYPE T15 (UNS T12015)

Chromium (Cr)

4.00

Vanadium (V)

5.00

Colbalt (Co)

5.00

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