Purohit Steel is one of India’s leading and most trusted suppliers, stockists, and exporters of premium quality tool steel. Established in 1965 by Shree Bherumalji Rajpurohit, the company has built a strong legacy in the metallurgy and steel industry by consistently delivering high-performance steel products for industrial applications across India and global markets.
As an ISO-certified organization, Purohit Steel focuses on quality, reliability, and long-term customer satisfaction. With decades of experience in steel trading, processing, and distribution, we serve industries such as plastic mould manufacturing, injection moulding, automotive engineering, heavy machinery, die making, fabrication, and precision tooling industries.
About Purohit Steel
Purohit Steel was established in 1965 by Shree Bherumalji Rajpurohit, a visionary in metallurgy. Over decades, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted supplier of high-quality steel products across India.
As an ISO-certified company, we ensure premium quality, precision processing, and reliable supply of tool steel for industries like automotive, mould manufacturing, engineering, and heavy fabrication.
What is Tool Steel?
Tool steel is a category of high-carbon and alloy steel specifically engineered for manufacturing tools, dies, moulds, and cutting instruments. It is designed to withstand high pressure, extreme temperature, friction, and continuous industrial use without deformation.
Unlike normal carbon steel, tool steel offers superior hardness, wear resistance, toughness, and heat resistance. These properties make it essential in industries where precision and durability are critical.
Tool steel is widely used in both hot working and cold working applications. Depending on its composition, it can be optimized for machining, stamping, forming, cutting, or mould making applications.
---Importance of Tool Steel in Modern Industry
Tool steel plays a very important role in modern manufacturing because almost every industrial product is shaped, cut, or formed using tools made from it. Without tool steel, industries like automotive, plastic, aerospace, and engineering cannot achieve mass production with accuracy.
High-quality tool steel ensures longer tool life, better surface finish, reduced downtime, and higher production efficiency. This directly impacts manufacturing cost and product quality.
Why Tool Steel is Important in Manufacturing
Tool steel plays a critical role in modern manufacturing industries because it ensures durability, precision, and long service life of moulds and tools. Without high-quality tool steel, production efficiency and product accuracy cannot be achieved.
Types of Tool Steel We Supply
Tool steel is categorized based on its application and performance requirements. At Purohit Steel, we supply a wide range of tool steel grades suitable for different industrial applications.
- Cold Work Tool Steel – Used for low temperature applications like stamping, cutting, and forming.
- Hot Work Tool Steel – Used in high temperature environments such as die casting and forging.
- High Speed Steel (HSS) – Used in cutting tools, drills, and machining tools.
- Plastic Mould Steell – Used in plastic injection moulding industries.
Tool Steel Grades Available at Purohit Steel
We supply a complete range of internationally recognized tool steel grades used in engineering and mould manufacturing industries.
Hot Work Tool Steel Grades
H11 / 1.2343 ESR, H13 / 1.2344 ESR, H21, DB6 / 1.2714 – These grades are used in die casting, forging dies, and hot pressing tools due to excellent heat resistance.
Cold Work Tool Steel Grades
D2 / 1.2379, D3 / 1.2080, O1 / 1.2510, O2 / 1.2842, A2, S1, S7 – These steels are used in cutting tools, stamping dies, and forming applications.
Plastic Mould Steell Grades
1.2311, 1.2738, 1.2085, 1.2083 ESR, VR 300, VR 400, VR Stainless – These are widely used in injection moulding industries for plastic component manufacturing.
High Speed Steel Grades
M2 / 1.3343, M35, M42 – Used in high-speed cutting tools, drills, milling cutters, and machining operations.
EN Series Steel Grades
EN8, EN9, EN19, EN24, EN31, EN36, EN41B, EN47 – Used in automotive, shafts, gears, engineering components, and structural applications.
Our Steel Products
Applications of Tool Steel
- Plastic Injection Moulds
- Automotive Components
- Die Casting Moulds
- Cutting Tools
- Stamping Dies
- Engineering Components
- Industrial Machinery Parts
- Packaging Industry Tools
- Medical Equipment Moulds
Tool Steel for Plastic Mould & Injection Mould Industry
One of the largest applications of tool steel is in plastic mould and injection mould industries. These industries require steel that can withstand high pressure, temperature variations, and repeated cycles.
Grades like 1.2311, 1.2738, and 1.2083 ESR are commonly used in injection mould applications because they offer excellent machinability, polishability, and dimensional stability.
---Automotive Industry Tool Steel Applications
Tool steel plays a major role in automotive manufacturing. It is used in making engine components, gear systems, body parts, and precision moulds.
High strength grades like H13, D2, EN24, and EN31 are widely used in automotive tooling due to their durability and load-bearing capacity.
- Established in 1965 with strong industry experience
- ISO certified quality assurance system
- Large ready stock of tool steel grades
- Authorized stockist of NLMK Verona & SeAH CSS
- Nationwide supply network across India
- Export quality steel supply
- Precision cutting, machining & processing services
- Trusted by automotive & mould manufacturing industries
Our Services
- Bulk Importer
- Steel Stocking
- Bandsaw Cutting
- Precision Machining
- Grinding Services
- Drilling & Gun Drilling
- EDM Machining
- Wire Cut Services
We Supply Tool Steel Across India
Mumbai, Pune, Khopoli, Nashik, Aurangabad, Navi Mumbai, Palghar, Umbergaon, Vapi, Valsad, Daman, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Gurgaon, Manesar, Sonipat and all major industrial zones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Tool Steel
What is tool steel?
Tool steel is a high-carbon alloy steel designed for making tools, moulds, dies, and cutting equipment. It provides high hardness, wear resistance, and strength required for industrial applications.
What is tool steel used for?
Tool steel is widely used in plastic injection moulds, die casting moulds, automotive components, stamping dies, cutting tools, and industrial machinery manufacturing.
Which are the best tool steel grades?
Popular tool steel grades include H13, H11, D2, D3, O1, O2, A2, EN8, EN19, EN24, M2, and M42 depending on hardness, toughness, and application requirements.
Do you supply tool steel in India?
Yes, Purohit Steel supplies high-quality tool steel across India including Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and other major industrial locations.
Are you a tool steel stockist and exporter?
Yes, Purohit Steel is a leading tool steel stockist, supplier, and exporter offering premium quality steel grades for both domestic and international markets.
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