ASSAB 88 is a high alloyed tool steel with a very broad property profile. It is also a very good steel for all types of surface treatments. This combination means that ASSAB 88 is an extremely versatile conventional tool steel for medium run cold work tooling.
- Good wear resistance
- Good chipping resistance
- High hardness (> 63 HRC) after high temperature tempering
- Good dimensional consistency in heat treatment
- Good machinability and grindability
- Good surface treatment properties