
Pm45/Cpm Rex45 Material HSS Black Surface Forging Steel Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar Round Bar. Superior Red Hardness: Comparable to M42 with better abrasion resistance than M3 for high cutting speeds. CPM Process Technology: Homogeneous microstructure with finer carbide distribution for superior stability and toughness. High Cobalt Content: 8% Cobalt modification of M3 high speed steel for enhanced performance in difficult machining. Excellent Grindability: Fine, uniformly distributed carbides allow use of conventional grinding wheels for high speed steels. Versatile Applications: Ideal for gear hobs, milling cutters, end mills, extrusion punches, and other high-wear tools. OEM/ODM Support: Customization available from samples or designs with dedicated R&D engineering support.