[Hardware mould making, commonly used materials, characteristics, scope of application, in-depth understanding] Section I. Hardware mould making commonly used materials Hardware moulds are divided into two types: cold work and hot work, so the materials used are also different.

Below is a list of 50 types of tool steel, along with a description of the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of common types of tool steel: Characteristics, Advantages and Disadvantages of Common Types of Tool Steel 1. Carbon Steel Characteristics: Carbon content generally ranges from 0.03% to 2%