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Hitachi Metals' unique cold die steel, SLD-MAGIC^™ , has revolutionized the metal forming and tooling industry. In keeping with its stated business objectives, Hitachi Metals has developed a cost reducing, eco-friendly alternative to existing cold die steels that actually extends the life of cold press and forging dies.

The demand for greater use of hard-to-form, high-tensile steel has increased in such industries as the automotive industry for the production of lighter weight car bodies. However, previous generation die steel characteristics reduced machinability during fabrication of the metal mold.

In answer to this production issue, Hitachi Metals has achieved a major performance breakthrough with its new alloy die steel, SLD-MAGIC^™ , which incorporates a precipitation-strengthened composition (not previously used) in its design.

Comparison tests against conventional cold-working die steel, such as 8% Cr steel, showed that SLD-MAGIC^™ not only reduced the number of machining processes by approximately 35%, but also helped to conserve tooling resources through the considerably longer life span achieved with the new metal molds.

Receiving the Nippon Grand Prize at the 49th Annual Best New Products Award, SLD-MAGIC^™ has influenced the production of heretofore cost prohibitive high-tensile steel, a key ingredient in making lighter weight cars. The positive eco-outcome is improved fuel efficiency and the conservation of our natural resources.

Other benefits of SLD-MAGIC^™ :

• Prevents scuffing of high-tensile steels during bending and drawing
• Reduces reworking man-hours through minimal heat and surface treatment deformations
• Shortens mold processing time via enhanced machinability
• Lowers tool expenses by extending cutting tool lifespan
• Considerably prolongs life span of molds

SLD-MAGIC^™ has been a proven performer in such applications as:

• Bending and blanking dies for automotive parts
• Blanking dies for electrical parts
• Hydroforming dies
• Cold press dies

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