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Complete cold work tool steel grades guide: D-series, A-series, O-series, S-series compared with DIN/JIS equivalents. Selection criteria for die engineers. Updated 2026.

1.2379 / X155CrVMo12-1 plates 1–360mm thick, 30–1020mm wide. Custom cutting, MTC per EN 10204/3.1, QR traceability. Factory-direct from Nantian — get your quote.

D2 vs DC53 compared on hardness, toughness, carbide uniformity, and EDM stress. See how ESR-grade D2 closes the gap. Full data table + die engineer's decision guide.

Nantian: cold work tool steel producer with in-house smelting, forging & rolling. D2, DC53, Cr12 grades. Full MTC, QR traceability. Get your factory quote today.

What is D2 tool steel? Learn D2 steel properties, AISI D2 composition, hardness, and DIN/JIS equivalents. Get specs and mill support.

Source D2 / 1.2379 / SKD11 cold work tool steel direct from Nantian's integrated mill. Full MTC, QR traceability, ESR options. Get your factory-direct quote.

Discover the properties and applications of hot work steel. Nantian, a leading manufacturer, explains how these alloys withstand extreme heat in forging and die casting.

Explore the properties, grades, and applications of cold work tool steel. As a leading manufacturer, Nantian provides expert insights into cold working metal solutions for global industries.

In-depth report on Chinese steel factories (2020-2025). Analysis of Baowu, Shougang, and Angang, output data trends, and Nantian's role in high-quality tool steel manufacturing.

Discover what is tool steel, its six primary grades, and its applications. From water-hardening to high-speed steel, learn everything about selecting the right tool steel material.