Introduction
S136 stainless steel is widely used in high-end mold manufacturing due to its excellent corrosion resistance, polishing capability, and dimensional stability. It is a preferred material for medical and optical mold applications.
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Introduction
S136 stainless steel is widely used in high-end mold manufacturing due to its excellent corrosion resistance, polishing capability, and dimensional stability. It is a preferred material for medical and optical mold applications.
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What Is S136 Steel?
S136 is a high-grade stainless mold steel designed for high-precision injection molds requiring excellent surface finish and corrosion resistance.
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Key Properties
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1. Corrosion Resistance
Ideal for humid or chemically aggressive environments.
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2. Mirror Polishing Capability
Can achieve optical-grade surface finish.
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3. High Dimensional Stability
Maintains precision after heat treatment.
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4. Low Maintenance Requirement
Reduces mold cleaning frequency.
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Applications
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Advantages vs Standard Steel
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Feature
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S136
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Standard Steel
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Corrosion Resistance
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High
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Low
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Polish Quality
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Mirror Grade
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Industrial Grade
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Lifespan
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Long
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Medium
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Conclusion
S136 is the preferred steel for high-precision and high-clarity mold applications.
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What is S136 Steel Properties for Mold Making?
S136 stainless steel is widely used in high-end mold manufacturing due to its excellent corrosion resistance, polishing capability, and dimensional stability. It is a preferred material for medical and optical mold applications.
Which CNC machines are commonly used for this topic?
HYR vertical machining centers, gantry machining centers and 5 axis machining centers are selected according to mold size, material hardness, tolerance and surface finish requirements.
How does this topic connect to mold manufacturing?
It supports the mold manufacturing process by improving precision, stability, surface quality, cycle time or long-term production reliability.
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