PM M-48 High Speed Steel
Common Tradenames: PM M-48, CPM® REX® 76, ASP® 2048
PM M-48 is a tungsten type super high speed steel hardenable to RC 68-69. It contains high vanadium for excellent abrasion resistance and cobalt for excellent red hardness. PM M-48 is ideal for special purpose cutting tools requiring super high hardness and red hardness, excellent wear resistance and good toughness.
Chemical Composition
| Carbon | 1.50% |
| Molybdenum | 5.25% |
| Chromium | 3.75% |
| Cobalt | 8.50% |
| Vanadium | 3.10% |
| Tungsten | 9.75% |
| Sulfur | 0.07% |
Typical Applications
| Broaches | Milling Cutters | |
| Gear Hobs | Tool Bits | |
| Taps | End Mills | |
| Shaper Cutters | High Hardness Forming Tools |
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