1.2311/P-20
A common pre-hardened steel used for plastic injection molds is 1.2311/P-20 (Plastic Mould Steel). It provides good toughness and dimensional stability together with outstanding machinability, polishability, and wear resistance. It is resistant to deformation during molding and comes in a hardness range of 28–32 HRC. P-20 guarantees long service life, accurate tolerances, and consistent surface finish in high-volume manufacturing, making it perfect for injection molds, die casting dies, and tool components.