CarTech Micro-Melt HS30 alloy is an 8% cobalt, high hardenability tungsten-molybdenum alloyed high speed steel exhibiting excellent hot hardness combined with good wear resistance and toughness. It is recommended for cutting tools for difficult-to-machine materials and high cutting speeds.

The advantages of Carpenter CarTech Micro-Melt premium powder high speed steels include ease of grinding, response to heat treatment, more uniform structure, greater wear resistance and improved toughness.

In addition, Carpenter's unique hot rolling and rotary forging capabilities impart minimal distortion characteristics to these alloys.

Applications:
CarTech Micro-Melt HS30 alloy should be considered for use in tools including:

Milling cutters
End mills
Cutting tool inserts
Gear cutting tools
Lathe tools
Punches and dies
Form tools
Broaches
Reamers
Cut-off tools
Drills
Taps