Steel 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC
Heat-treated state
EN 1.2080
Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC = hardened + deep cryogenic treatment + low temper, 63-65 HRC
Deep-freeze (-80 to -196 °C) to convert retained austenite for maximum hardness and dimensional stability on gauges and precision punches.
Values for the Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC condition
Other 1.2080 tempers and conditions
1.2080 is listed in 7 conditions; see the grade overview at 1.2080.
- Annealed
- Hot Rolled
- Hardened 63-65 HRC
- Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC
- Q&T 58-60 HRC
- Q&T 60-62 HRC
- Q&T 62-64 HRC
Compare all 7 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AnnealedDefault soft (spheroidize) annealed, ≤250 HB | Standard delivery condition of bar, flat and plate; machine and wire-EDM in this state, then harden. | 520 | 850 | 12 | 20 HRC | 2.7 % IACS |
Hot rolled / hot forged, un-annealed black bar | Mill stock before soft annealing — must be spheroidize annealed before machining or hardening. | 650 | 1,000 | 6 | 31 HRC | 2.7 % IACS |
Hardened, as-quenched | As-quenched state before tempering; never used in service — temper immediately to avoid cracking. | 1,750 | 1,950 | 0.5 | 64 HRC | 2.5 % IACS |
Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRCThis page Hardened + deep cryogenic treatment + low temper, 63-65 HRC | Deep-freeze (-80 to -196 °C) to convert retained austenite for maximum hardness and dimensional stability on gauges and precision punches. | 1,800 | 2,000 | 0.5 | 64 HRC | 2.6 % IACS |
Oil quench + 250-300 °C temper | Choose when chipping is the failure mode (heavier blanking, shear blades, cold-forming punches) and some toughness is worth a little wear life. | — | 2,000 | 1.5 | 59 HRC | — |
Oil quench + 200-230 °C temper | Most common working hardness for blanking and drawing dies — good wear resistance with slightly better toughness. | — | 2,150 | 1 | 61 HRC | — |
Oil quench + 180 °C temper | Maximum wear resistance for blanking thin sheet, paper/plastic cutting knives and thread rolls; lowest toughness. | — | 2,300 | 0.5 | 63 HRC | — |
What is 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC?
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is 1.2080 heat treated to Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC — deep-freeze (-80 to -196 °C) to convert retained austenite for maximum hardness and dimensional stability on gauges and precision punches. 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC has a yield strength of 1,800 MPa (261 ksi) and a tensile strength of 2,000 MPa (290 ksi) — stronger than 99% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 0.5% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi). 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 95% of steel grades. It melts at 1,230°C (2,246 °F). Annealed is the default condition FabDigit quotes; Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- High strength — 1,800 MPa (261 ksi), better than 99% of steel grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 80/100, better than 97% of steel grades
Limitations
- Limited ductility — 0.5%, worse than 100% of steel grades
- Low fracture toughness — 13 MPa·√m (11.8 ksi·√in), worse than 100% of steel grades
- Difficult to machine — 5/100, worse than 100% of steel grades
- Difficult to weld — 5/100, worse than 100% of steel grades
- Limited formability — 2/100, worse than 100% of steel grades
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC properties
Typical room-temperature values for 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 1.2080 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among steel grades.
Physical3
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 95% of steel grades. It melts at 1,230°C (2,246 °F).
Mechanical17
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC has a yield strength of 1,800 MPa (261 ksi) and a tensile strength of 2,000 MPa (290 ksi) — stronger than 99% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 0.5% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
Thermal6
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is rated for continuous service to 150°C (302 °F). It conducts heat at 19.5 W/m·K (11.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 97% of steel grades. Thermal expansion is 10.5 µm/m·K (5.83 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC conducts electricity at 2.6 % IACS, worse than 97% of steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is poor (20/100), better than 87% of steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC takes about 34 MJ of energy and emits 2.6 kg of CO₂ — more than 82% of steel grades. Typical recycled content is 40%.
Manufacturability8
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC's machinability is not recommended (5/100, worse than 100% of steel grades); weldability not recommended (5/100); formability not recommended (2/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC
Is 1.2080 easy to machine?
Machine only in the annealed state with rigid setups, coated carbide and low speeds; the 12-15 % carbide volume abrades tooling badly — hardened parts are finished by grinding, wire EDM or CBN.
Can 1.2080 be welded?
Essentially unweldable structurally; repair only with matching high-alloy electrode at 300-400 °C preheat, immediate temper, and expect hardness/crack sensitivity.
Can 1.2080 be formed, bent or molded?
Hot work between 1050 and 900 °C with slow furnace cooling; no meaningful cold forming — oil quench from 940-970 °C causes more distortion than air-hardening D2, so allow grinding stock.
What surface finishes work on 1.2080?
Takes a high polish when hardened; protect against rust with oiling, black oxide or phosphating, and extend die life with nitriding or TiN/TiCN/CrN PVD below the tempering temperature.
1.2080 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Cforms coarse M7C3 carbides | 1.9 – 2.2 | 2.05 |
| Si | 0.1 – 0.6 | 0.3 |
| Mn | 0.2 – 0.6 | 0.35 |
| P | ≤ 0.03 | — |
| S | ≤ 0.03 | — |
| Cr | 11 – 13 | 12 |
| Niresidual, max | ≤ 0.3 | — |
| Fe | balance | — |
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC — frequently asked
What is 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC used for?
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is typically used for cold blanking and cutting dies, shear blades, thread rolling dies, cold drawing and forming tools, forming rollers and punches and die inserts. In short: cold-work die tool.
What is the yield strength of 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC?
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC has a typical yield strength of 1,800 MPa (261 ksi) and a tensile strength of 2,000 MPa (290 ksi) — stronger than 99% of steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 7 listed tempers.
Is 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated not recommended (5/100, worse than 100% of steel grades). Machine only in the annealed state with rigid setups, coated carbide and low speeds; the 12-15 % carbide volume abrades tooling badly — hardened parts are finished by grinding, wire EDM or CBN.
Can 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC be welded?
Not readily — weldability is rated not recommended (5/100). Essentially unweldable structurally; repair only with matching high-alloy electrode at 300-400 °C preheat, immediate temper, and expect hardness/crack sensitivity.
What surface finishes work on 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC?
Takes a high polish when hardened; protect against rust with oiling, black oxide or phosphating, and extend die life with nitriding or TiN/TiCN/CrN PVD below the tempering temperature.
Can 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC be formed, bent or molded?
Hot work between 1050 and 900 °C with slow furnace cooling; no meaningful cold forming — oil quench from 940-970 °C causes more distortion than air-hardening D2, so allow grinding stock.
What is the maximum service temperature of 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC?
1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is rated for continuous use to about 150°C (302 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Can FabDigit make parts in 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC?
Yes — 1.2080 Q&T + Cryo 63-65 HRC is available for CNC machining; every part is priced by an engineer rather than instantly. Upload a STEP file to get a price and a DFM check.
Sources
- EN ISO 4957 Tool steels (X210Cr12) — ISO/CEN (2018)
- ASTM A681 Standard Specification for Tool Steels Alloy (Type D3) — ASTM (2015)
- GB/T 1299 (Cr12) — SAC (2014)
- ASM Handbook Vol.1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys (Tool Steels) — ASM International (1990)
- Cold-work tool steel 1.2080 / K100-class datasheets — Böhler / Uddeholm / Lucchini (2022)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.