Uddeholm Vanadis 8 XL

Uddeholm Vanadis 8 XL is a premium tool steel engineered for extremely demanding applications where abrasive wear is the main concern. Its outstanding wear resistance makes it a strong, sustainable alternative to hard metals like cemented carbide, especially in environments with highly abrasive materials. Designed for durability and environmental responsibility, it offers extended tool life, reduces maintenance and tool changes, and is cobalt-free—helping users lower costs and minimize environmental impact. Vanadis 8 XL represents a forward-thinking solution for both performance and sustainability in the toughest tooling scenarios.

Product Features

• Extremely high wear resistance, ideal for highly abrasive environments
• High hardness and compressive strength
• Excellent through-hardenability
• Outstanding dimensional stability
• High temper-back resistance

Applications:

• Blanking and forming
• General cold work applications
• Food Processing
• Powder Compacting