What is the equal lent of grade DAC steel to EN steel metal?

Question

In our machine a part is specified with the material as DAC steel, but here in India the local steel suppliers are not aware of that.. they are aware only on EN-grade.. If any one know the equallent EN grade for DAC please kindly let me know

Answer 1

DAC-P is most widely used as die insert material for aluminum and zinc die casting molds. Although DAC-P material was modified from H13 grade steel, when compared to AISI H13 grade, DAC-P has improved the balance of strength, toughness and heat resistance. With the introduction of isotropic technology, DAC-P material has become tougher with improved stability for prolonged die life.

DAC-P meets the material specification of NADCA #207. In addition, DAC-P was recently listed as provisional insert material on GM DC-9999-1 and Ford AMTD-DC2010 standards documents.

Features

Good balance of both strength at elevated temperature and toughness
Good machinability with less deformation after heat treatment
Applications

General die for aluminum die casting
Die for zinc die casting

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