D2 Tool Steel Shredder Blades
Leland manufactures D2 tool steel shredder blades made to your drawing or worn sample. Based in Suzhou, China’s
manufacturing hub — D2 is the industry standard for general plastic recycling blades, offering a reliable balance of
wear resistance and cost.
D2 Steel Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material Type | High-carbon, high-chromium tool steel |
| Hardness | HRC 58-60 |
| Wear Resistance | Good |
| Toughness | Moderate — may chip under heavy impact |
| Best For | HDPE, PP, film, soft plastics, paper, cardboard |
| Cost | $ — Most economical option |
D2 vs DC53 Comparison
| Property | D2 | DC53 |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | HRC 58-60 | HRC 62-64 |
| Toughness | Moderate | 2x tougher than D2 |
| Wear Life | Baseline | 2-3x longer |
| Cost | $ | $$ |
| Best For | Clean plastic, film, paper | E-scrap, tires, impact-heavy |
Choose D2 if you process clean plastic waste and need cost-effective blades. Choose DC53
if your application involves impact, contaminants, or longer blade life is needed.
Applications
- HDPE and PP recycling
- PET bottle crushing lines
- Film and bag shredding
- Paper and cardboard recycling
- General waste processing