Purohit Steel is a leading P20+Ni Plastic Mould Steel exporter and supplier in India. "P20+Ni" (also called P20 Modified) is the trade name for a nickel-alloyed upgrade of standard P20 steel, purpose-built for large mould blocks. This page explains what P20+Ni actually is, when it makes sense over base P20, how to evaluate a supplier, and where to find the full technical datasheet for the specific P20+Ni grade we stock.
If you already know you need chemical composition, mechanical property tables and heat treatment data, go straight to our Grade 1.2738 (P20+Ni) technical page — that is Purohit Steel's DIN-standardised P20+Ni grade, with a full datasheet, comparison tables and downloadable PDF. This page instead covers the broader picture: what P20+Ni means as a category, and how to buy it correctly.
Table of Contents
- 1. What is P20+Ni Steel?
- 2. Why Buyers Search for "P20+Ni Steel"
- 3. How to Choose a P20+Ni Steel Supplier
- 4. The P20 Family at a Glance
- 5. P20+Ni Steel Across Industries
- 6. Why Purohit Steel
- 7. Authorized Stockist Brands
- 8. Our Services
- 9. Cities We Supply in India
- 10. Frequently Asked Questions
- 11. About Purohit Steel
- Our Certifications
- Countries We Export Worldwide
- Export Packaging & Shipping
- Quality Inspection & Testing
- Latest Price List
- MOQ & Payment Terms
- People Also Search For
What is P20+Ni Steel?
"P20+Ni" (also marketed as P20 Modified) is not a separately standardised AISI/SAE code but an industry-wide trade name for a family of pre-hardened, chromium-manganese-molybdenum mould steel with roughly 0.9-1.2% nickel added. The German DIN equivalent that most mills and buyers reference is 1.2738 (40CrMnNiMo8-6-4).
The nickel addition is the whole point of this grade: it improves through-hardenability, meaning the core of a thick mould block hardens almost as evenly as its surface during quenching. Plain P20 (1.2311) can show a meaningful hardness drop-off toward the centre of large sections; P20+Ni largely solves that problem, which is why it became the default upgrade for large plastic injection mould bases.
Like base P20, P20+Ni is supplied pre-hardened (typically 32-37 HRC) directly from the mill, so mould makers can machine cavities and cores without a separate hardening cycle — but with the added benefit of more predictable, uniform mechanical properties across a large block.
Why Buyers Search for "P20+Ni Steel"
- Designing a large mould base and worried about hardness uniformity through a thick section — you likely want the full Grade 1.2738 datasheet to confirm hardness range, tensile strength and machining guidance.
- Comparing P20+Ni to base P20 to decide whether the nickel upgrade is worth it for their specific mould size and budget — see the P20 family comparison below.
- Sourcing large-block material in India and need a stockist who genuinely holds large sections in ready stock — see how to choose a supplier below.
- Checking whether P20+Ni suits their application — automotive, packaging, appliance or industrial tooling — see P20+Ni across industries below.
How to Choose a P20+Ni Steel Supplier
Because P20+Ni is typically ordered for larger, more expensive mould blocks, the cost of getting the supplier wrong is higher than with smaller P20 orders. Here is what to verify before committing:
- Verified mill test certificates: Ask for EN 10204 2.2 or 3.1 certificates confirming actual chemical composition, including nickel content, and hardness for the specific batch.
- Evidence of through-hardness on large sections: The whole reason to pay more for P20+Ni is uniform core hardness — ask how the supplier verifies this on the block sizes you need.
- Genuine ready stock in large sizes: Confirm the supplier physically stocks large blocks rather than placing a special import order once you commit, which can add significant lead time on big tooling projects.
- In-house heavy machining capability: Bandsaw cutting, machining, grinding, drilling, gun drilling, EDM and wire-cut capable of handling large, heavy blocks in-house reduces handling risk and vendor coordination.
- Technical support for grade selection: A supplier who can confirm whether your mould actually needs P20+Ni, or whether base P20 or a corrosion-resistant grade would serve better, is more valuable than one who simply quotes what is asked.
- Export documentation and packaging: For export orders, confirm proper packing and shipping documentation for heavy sections.
Purohit Steel, an ISO-certified company established in 1965 and an authorized stockist of NLMK Verona and SeAH CSS, is built around these exact requirements — see why buyers choose us below.
The P20 Family at a Glance
"P20+Ni" is one of two related grades that Purohit Steel stocks within the P20 family. Full technical data for each is published on its own dedicated page — this table is only a quick-reference summary, not a substitute for the datasheets.
| Grade | DIN Designation | Best For | Full Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| P20+Ni (nickel-added) | 1.2738 (40CrMnNiMo8-6-4) | Large mould blocks needing deep, uniform hardenability | View Grade 1.2738 → |
| P20 (base grade) | 1.2311 (40CrMnMo7) | Small to medium moulds, general mould-base tooling | View Grade 1.2311 → |
If your application involves corrosive plastics, humidity, or water-cooled cavities, also consider our corrosion-resistant grades: 1.2085 and 1.2083 ESR.
Need the full technical datasheet?
Chemical composition, mechanical properties, physical/thermal data, heat treatment guidelines and downloadable PDF for our P20+Ni (DIN 1.2738) grade are all on one page.
Open the Grade 1.2738 Datasheet →P20+Ni Steel Across Industries
P20+Ni's uniform through-hardness makes it the preferred material wherever a plastic mould base is large, thick-sectioned, or produced in very high volumes:
Automotive
Used for large bumper, dashboard and structural interior/exterior trim moulds where consistent core hardness across a big cavity is essential for long tool life.
Packaging & Consumer Goods
Used for large container, crate and appliance housing moulds that need predictable dimensional stability over very high production volumes.
Industrial & Die-Casting Tooling
Used for large mould base plates, holder blocks and low-pressure die-casting dies where section thickness would otherwise cause uneven hardness in base P20.
High-Volume Injection Moulding
Used wherever mould life and dimensional consistency across millions of cycles justify the additional cost of the nickel-alloyed grade over base P20.
Why Purohit Steel
- Ready Stock: Round bar, flat bar and large block sizes held in inventory for immediate dispatch
- ISO-Certified Quality: Documented quality management since 1965
- Authorized Stockist: Sourced through globally reputed manufacturers, including NLMK Verona and SeAH CSS
- Value-Added Machining: In-house bandsaw cutting, precision machining, grinding, drilling, gun drilling, EDM and wire-cut, capable of handling large sections
- Technical Support: Assistance choosing between P20, P20+Ni and corrosion-resistant grades
- Pan-India & Export Supply: Warehousing in Vasai with a sales outlet in Mumbai, serving customers across India and international markets
Authorized Stockist
Our Services
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P20+Ni Plastic Mould Steel Supply Locations Across India
We supply P20+Ni Plastic Mould Steel across major industrial cities including Mumbai, Pune, Khopoli, Nashik, Aurangabad, Navi Mumbai, Palghar, Umbergaon, Vapi, Valsad, Daman, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Gurgaon, Manesar and Sonipat — as well as to export markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Purohit Steel
Purohit Steel was established in 1965 by Shree Bherumalji Rajpurohit, a visionary in metallurgy. Over the decades, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted stockist and exporter of tool steel, plastic mould steel and engineering steel products across India.
As an ISO-certified company, we source premium materials from globally reputed manufacturers and operate a modern warehousing facility in Vasai along with a sales outlet in Mumbai, enabling efficient storage, fast processing and timely delivery across India and export markets.
Read more about Purohit Steel, view our certifications, or get in touch with our technical sales team.
Our Certifications
Purohit Steel operates as an ISO-certified company, backed by documented quality management, safety and compliance certifications that support reliable supply to domestic and export customers.
View all certificates in detail on our Certifications page.
Countries We Export Worldwide
Beyond India, Purohit Steel exports tool & mould steel grades to customers across the following countries and regions:
| Export Destinations | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | Saudi Arabia | Oman | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka | Nepal |
| Vietnam | Thailand | Indonesia | Kenya | Nigeria | South Africa |
For export enquiries and destination-specific documentation, please contact our sales team.
Export Packaging & Shipping
Bars, flats and blocks are packed to withstand handling, transit and marine shipment, whether for domestic dispatch or export orders.
- Palletised and strapped packing for round bars, flat bars and blocks
- Moisture-protected wrapping to prevent surface corrosion in transit
- Seaworthy export packing with clear shipping marks and material identification
- Documentation support including packing lists, invoices and mill test certificates for customs clearance
- Shipment by road, rail or sea freight as per order requirement and destination
Quality Inspection & Testing
Every batch held in our stock is checked through documented inspection procedures before dispatch, so mould makers and OEMs receive material with verified, traceable quality.
- Chemical composition verification against mill certificates
- Hardness testing (Brinell / Rockwell) on received stock
- Dimensional inspection as per standard bar and block tolerances
- Visual and surface defect inspection
- EN 10204 2.2 / 3.1 mill test certificates provided on request
- Third-party inspection coordination available for export orders
Full material traceability is maintained from incoming stock through to dispatch for every order.
Latest Price List
Pricing depends on section size, quantity, form (round bar / flat bar / block) and current raw material rates. Indicative guidance is below — contact us for a firm, up-to-date quotation.
| Form | Typical Price Basis |
|---|---|
| Round Bar | Per Kg, based on diameter & length — contact for latest rate |
| Flat Bar / Plate | Per Kg, based on thickness & size — contact for latest rate |
| Block (cut to size) | Per Kg / Per Piece, based on drawing — contact for latest rate |
Prices are subject to change with raw material and freight costs. Share your required size and quantity via the quotation form or WhatsApp for the latest price.
MOQ & Payment Terms
Minimum Order Quantity: Flexible MOQ depending on size and form — from small trial quantities for tooling houses up to bulk orders for OEMs, subject to confirmation at enquiry stage.
Payment Terms: Advance payment / part-advance with balance before dispatch for domestic orders; T/T (bank transfer) or Letter of Credit (LC) for export orders, depending on order value and destination.