Uddeholm Orvar 2 Microdized is a cr-mo-v alloyed tool steel (AISI H13) with good high temperature strength and hot wear resistance. In east/south east asian countries served by Assab, Uddeholm Orvar 2 Microdized is sold as AS 8407 2M.
The large dimension programme of round sizes and the even properties makes the material very suitable in Al-extrusion for dies and extrusion tooling
Good resistance to abrasion at both low and high temperatures
High level of toughness and ductility
Uniform and high level of machinability and polishability
Good high-temperature strength and resistance to thermal fatigue