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   Technical guide by Virat Special Steels · Die and tool steel stockists since 1957 Order a Cut-to-Size Die Blocks with too little allowance and it can’t be cleaned up after heat treatment, so it ends up as scrap. Order too much and you pay for steel, sawing and machine time that turns into chips. This manual provides us with a summary of the allowance for machining based on the requirements of the various categories from the Indian forging , die-casting, and toolroom industries including DB6 (DIN 1.2714), H13, H11, D2, D3, and P20.  Machining Allowance for Cut-to-Size Die Blocks Plan these ranges per side (per face), then confirm with your supplier: Delivery condition Allowance per side What it has to cover Black (hot-rolled or forged) 3–6 mm for most sizes; more on wide sections Scale, seams, decarburized skin, bow Saw-cut and rough-milled 1–2 mm Remaining geometry error, semi-finishing Six-side milled 0.2–0.4 mm Final sizing; standard programmes ship +0.4 to +0.8 mm...

  DB6 / DIN 1.2714 steel is a preferred choice for heavy-duty industrial applications because of its toughness, strength, wear resistance, and heat resistance. It is widely used in tooling, forging, die manufacturing, and engineering, delivering reliable performance under demanding conditions. VIRAT Special Steels supplies high-quality DB6/ DIN 1.2714 steel that meets strict industrial standards and delivers consistent performance across various applications. Industries today require materials that can withstand high pressure, repeated impact, elevated temperatures, and continuous wear. DB6 steel fulfills these requirements efficiently, making it a trusted choice for manufacturers looking to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and increase tool life.   1. Exceptional Wear Resistance One of the biggest advantages of DB6 steel is its excellent wear resistance. In high-friction and heavy-duty industrial operations, components are constantly exposed to abrasion and me...