View Sample Alloy Digest Data Sheet (PDF)Since 1952, Alloy Digest has been the leading reference for materials property data on metals and alloys used throughout the world. Featuring graphs, charts and tables, these sheets give facts and figures on composition or characterization, physical and mechanical properties, heat treatment, and machinability.BETHLEHEM HW 8 is a high-alloy hot-work tool steel containing chromium, molybdenum and vanadium. Its combined characteristics comprise high red-hardness, high abrasion-resistance, resistance to heat-checking, and adequate toughness for its many applications.