NTM introduces prehardened steel

Feb. 8, 2016
This new, prehardened mold steel from National Tool & Manufacturing Co. (NTM) is well-suited for use in plastic and rubber applications for the production of holders, plates and dies. 

VR Stainless This new, prehardened mold steel from National Tool & Manufacturing Co. (NTM) is well-suited for use in plastic and rubber applications for the production of holders, plates and dies. The company can also provide custom mold bases made with the steel.

What's new? The proprietary material, which NTM distributes as part of an exclusive partnership with NLMK Verona in Oppeano, Italy.

Benefits High strength and ductility for reduced plate cracking and stress fractures; improved machinability; consistent hardness; improved corrosion resistance; and enhanced thermal conductivity.

National Tool & Manufacturing Co., Wheeling, Ill., 847-806-9800, www.ntm.com