Enhanced strength−ductility−toughness combination of H13 steels via magnetically controlled electroslag remelting

Materials Research Letters 2026 Open access

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Authors: Chengkuan Ma, Qianqiu Wan, Jiarui Sun, Zhonghao Sun, Qiang Li, Peijian SHI, Wenhao Lin, Tianxiang Zheng, Bangfei Zhou, Zhe Shen, Biao Ding, Yunbo Zhong
DOI: 10.1080/21663831.2026.2624758
Cited by: 1
References: 57

Abstract

Achieving high strength−ductility−toughness combination in metallic materials remains a formidable challenge. Here, a combination of magnetically controlled electroslag remelting and thermomechanical treatment was innovatively applied in a technologically important H13 steel, endowing three key benefits: smaller average grain size, finer and more dispersed carbides, as well as more refined martensite laths. Consequently, this synergistic microstructure design eliminates severe stress-concentration areas and deters premature failure commonly seen in H13 steels, thereby leading to an enhanced strength−ductility−toughness combination.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electromagnetic Effects on Materials Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Steels Metal Alloys Wear and Properties

Publication details

Journal / source
Materials Research Letters
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Volume
14
Issue
4
Pages
457–467
Publication date
5 February 2026
Language
EN