Molds are the main processing tool for a number of industries, and continued innovation has placed a greater emphasis on more sophisticated tooling solutions.
These technological advances have made proper mold steel selection more vital than ever. Its grades, specifications and quality make a huge impact on the quality of any production mold. They’ll determine its life and manufacturing period.
BICO Steel has a variety of mold steel options to ensure your molds – regardless of how complex they need to be – are able to consistently meet the challenges of an ever-evolving manufacturing landscape.
Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a member of our team to learn more about our mold steel products. Our experts will ensure you’re matched with the correct grade for your project.
| Grade | Hardness | Gauges | Spec Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRS (Commercial Quality) | – | 3/8″ to 6″ | PDF Coming Soon |
| A36 | – | 3/4″ to 20″ | Download PDF |
| 1022 | – | 1″ to 20″ | Download PDF |
| C1119 | – | 1/2″ to 6″ | Download PDF |
| C1045 | – | 1/2″ to 12″ | Download PDF |
| 4140 | As Rolled | 1/2″ to 141/4“ | Download PDF |
| 4142 | As Rolled | 1/2″ to 141/4“ | Download PDF |
| 4140HT | 28-32 RC | 21/4” to 181/4“ | Download PDF |
| Benchmark P20 | 28-32 RC | 21/4” to 231/4“ | Download PDF |
| P20 Core Block | 33-37 RC | 21/4” to 231/4“ | PDF Coming Soon |
| Elite P20 (SP300 / VR200) | 30-34 RC | 11/4” to 361/4“ | Download PDF |
| Elite P20HH (SP350 / VR200) | 34-38 RC | 61/4” to 221/4“ | Download PDF |
We're proud to welcome Integrity Fab & Machine, Inc. into the BICO Steel fold. Their expertise in die sets, custom fabrications, machined plates, and parallels allows us to offer a higher level of value-added processing than ever before. Check out their website ifabm.com and feel free to reach out to us through your normal BICO channels for more information!
