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BÖHLER M261

BÖHLER M261 is a precipitation-hardening steel grade for plastic molds, featuring excellent machinability in the as-supplied, i.e. solution annealed and aged, condition.  There is no need for an additional heat treatment, significantly shortening the throughput time.

Characteristics
  • Excellent machinability coupled with higher hardness
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Excellent nitriding properties
  • High compressive strength
  • High wear resistance

BÖHLER M261

  • Polishability 40%
  • Thermal conductivity 40%
  • Wear resistance 40%
  • Toughness 80%
  • Machinability 80%

Designations

Chemical composition

C 0.13 Si 0.30 Mn 2.00
S 0.15 Cr 0.35 Ni 3.50
Cu 1.20 Al 1.20