TQ1 steel, manufactured with ESR (Electro Slag Remelting) technology, stands out for its exceptional mechanical resistance at high temperatures and high toughness. Its chemical composition, with chromium, molybdenum and vanadium content, gives it unique properties, while its manufacturing process guarantees minimal inclusions in its structure, it is an ideal steel for hot work applications, it is recognized and classified by NADCA #207-2016 Grade E, offering unparalleled reliability and performance.
TQ1 steel stands as a benchmark in the world of hot work steels, thanks to its production using ESR (Electro Slag Remelting) technology, this advanced technology ensures not only the highest mechanical resistance at high temperatures, but also a exceptional high toughness due to the significant reduction of non-metallic inclusions, segregation and unwanted chemical elements.
It reveals a precise balance, with percentages of chromium, molybdenum and vanadium that contribute to its unique properties. Its versatility is reflected in its application in various hot work operations, such as aluminum die-casting (HPDC) mold cavities and inserts, aluminum extrusion dies, forging dies, as well as cavities for aluminum injection molds. plastic with high standards of surface finish (polishing).
For the best performance of TQ1 steel, we offer heat treatment recommendations, such as complete annealing, stress relief treatment, hardening by transformation to martensite, tempering that is adjusted with temperature to achieve the desired hardness, at least two is necessary. intermediate tempering and cooling to room temperature.
In addition, TQ1 lends itself to thermochemical treatments such as nitriding, generating a surface layer highly resistant to wear and erosion. However, caution is required to avoid the fragility of the nitrided layer. In summary, TQ1 stands out for its exceptional performance, reliability and adaptability in hot work environments, establishing itself as an irreplaceable solution for demanding hot applications.
