Stainless steel material is a light weight, durable and corrosion resistant transition metal with possible applications in the manufacturing of various industrial parts.However, because of its hardness, it can easily injure tools and CNC machines. More and more machine shops do not like to CNC machined them, they prefer to machine softer materials such as aluminum, copper, etc. One of the advantages of our company is that we can process these stainless steel materials very well, and the quality of surface finish, tolerance, etc. can be well guaranteed with fast delivery time.
What is CNC Machining Stainless Steel?
Normally, people will call materials with chromium content ≥ 12% or nickel content ≥ 8% as stainless steel.It has good corrosion resistance in the air or in a corrosive environment, and can be at extremely high temperatures (usually >450°C).It has very strong rigidity, and the steel with the chromium content of 16%~18% is called acid-resistant steel or acid-resistant stainless steel.Stainless Steel is the abbreviation of stainless acid-resistant steel, resistant to air, steam, water and other weak corrosive media or stainless steel is called stainless steel.
As a precision CNC machining stainless steel parts manufacture, we must understand the grade of stainless steel, the corresponding characteristics and the applications.For example, in aerospace, petrochemical, construction and transportation, living kitchenware, etc., have different requirements for the stainless steel material.
Why CNC machine shops do not want to make the stainless steel materials?
Large cutting force: The deformation of stainless steel is large during the CNC machining, which leads to an increase in cutting force. Stainless steel has serious work hardening and high thermal strength, which further increases the cutting resistance, and it is more difficult to curl and break the chips.
The chip is not easy to break, easy to bond.
The toughness for stainless steel is very large, in the CNC machining process,this will affect the surface roughness.
The tools are easily damaged due to its hardness.
What are the benefits of CNC machining stainless steel?
Since there are so many difficulties in processing CNC machining stainless steel materials, why do many customers prefer to use stainless steel materials for their projects? Below is the benefits for your considerations.
(1) Corrosion resistance
Many machining metal parts are put to use in harsh environments where corrosion presents a risk to the functionality and the safety of equipment. Stainless steel machining offers a guarantee of durability that many heavy-duty and industrial clients require.
(2) High strength and stable quality.
(3) Beautiful surface and diversified use possibilities.
(4) High-temperature oxidation resistance and high strength.
(5) Because there is no need for surface treatment, it is simple and easy to maintain.
(6) Good welding performance.
(7) Excellent thermal expansion performance and thermal insulation performance. Improved weldability.
Worthy Hardware has more than 25 years of CNC Machining stainless steel production experience, you could reply to us for your projects, our capabilities and experience workers could our customers handle complex shape parts.
CNC Machining Stainless Steel Material
During our 25 years in the CNC machining industry, Worthy Hardware handles more than 50+ metal, plastic, and wood materials, below material brands are the popular stainless steel materials we produce, if you have other materials, pls help to send them for quote.
Stainless Steel 303
Stainless steel 303 is an austenitic type of free-cutting stainless and wear-resistant acid steel containing sulfur and selenium respectively. It is used in occasions that require free cutting and high surface finish.
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.15 | ≤1.00 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.20 | ≤ 0.15 | 17.00-19.00 | 8.00-10.00 | ≤0.6 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile strength σb (MPa): ≥520 |
| Conditional yield strength σ0.2 (MPa): ≥205 |
| Elongation δ5 (%): ≥40 |
| Reduction of area ψ (%): ≥50 |
| Hardness: HB≤187HB; HRC≤90HRB; HV≤200HV |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y1Cr18Ni9 | 303 | SUS303 | 1.4305 | - | ||
Stainless Steel 304
Stainless steel 304 is a common material in stainless steel, with a density of 7.93 g/cm³, which is also called 18-8 stainless steel in the industry. High temperature resistance of 800℃, good processing performance, high toughness, widely used in industry and furniture decoration industry and food and medical industry
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.08 | ≤0.030 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.030 | 18.0–20.0 | 8.0-11.0 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile strength σb (MPa)≥515-1035 |
| Conditional yield strength σ0.2 (MPa)≥205 |
| Elongation δ5 (%)≥40 |
| Hardness: ≤201HBW; ≤92HRB; ≤210HV |
| Melting point (℃): 1398~1454 |
| Specific heat capacity (0~100℃, KJ·kg-1K-1): 0.50 |
| Linear expansion coefficient (10-6·K-1): (0~100℃) 17.2, (0~500℃) 18.4 |
| Resistivity (20℃, 10-6Ω·m2/m): 0.73 |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0Cr18Ni9 | 304 | SUS304 | 1.4301 | 08X18H10 | ||
Stainless Steel 316
Due to the addition of Mo element, 316 stainless steel has greatly improved its corrosion resistance and high temperature strength. The high temperature resistance can reach 1200-1300 degrees, and it can be used under harsh conditions.Because of the addition of Mo, its corrosion resistance, atmospheric corrosion resistance and high temperature strength are particularly good, and can be used under harsh conditions; excellent work hardening (non-magnetic); excellent high-temperature strength; non-magnetic in solid solution; cold The rolled product has good gloss and beautiful appearance
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.08 | ≤1.00 | 2≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.030 | 16.00~18.00 | 10.00~14.00 | 2.00~3.00 |
Typical Mechanical
| Tensile strength σb (MPa): ≥ 620 |
| Conditional yield strength σ0.2 (MPa): ≥310 |
| Elongation δ5 (%): ≥30 |
| Reduction of area ψ (%): ≥40 |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0Cr17Ni12Mo2 | 316 | SUS316 | 1.4401 | - | ||
Stainless Steel 420
Stainless steel 420 is a martensitic stainless steel with certain wear resistance and corrosion resistance, and high hardness. It is suitable for all kinds of precision machinery, bearings, electrical, equipment, instruments, meters, transportation tools, household appliances, etc. It is mostly used to manufacture parts that are resistant to atmospheric, water vapor, water and oxidizing acid corrosion.
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.16~0.25 | ≤1.00 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.030 | 12.00~14.00 | ≤0.75 | 0 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile strength σb (MPa): quenched and tempered, ≥635 |
| Conditional yield strength σ0.2 (MPa): quenched and tempered, ≥440 |
| Elongation δ5 (%): quenching and tempering, ≥20 |
| Reduction of area ψ (%): quenching and tempering, ≥50 |
| Impact energy Akv (J): quenching and tempering, ≥63 |
| Hardness: annealing, ≤223HB; quenching and tempering, ≥192HB |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3Cr13 | 420 | SUS420J2 | 1.4028 | 30X13 | ||
Stainless Steel 430
Stainless steel 430 is a general-purpose steel with good corrosion resistance. It has better thermal conductivity than austenite, a smaller thermal expansion coefficient than austenite, heat fatigue resistance, addition of stabilizing element titanium, and good mechanical properties of the weld.
Stainless steel 430 is used for building decoration, fuel burner parts, household appliances, and home appliance parts. 430F is a steel grade with free-cutting performance added to 430 steel, mainly used for automatic lathes, bolts and nuts, etc.
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.12 | ≤0.75 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.030 | 16.00~18.00 | ≤0.6 | 0 |
Mechanical Properties
| Density: 7.75g/cm³ |
| Melting point: 1427℃ |
| Expansion coefficient: mm/℃(at 20-100℃) |
| Young's modulus: kN/mm² |
| Rigid modulus: kN/mm² |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Cr17 | 430 | SUS430 | 1.4016 | - | ||
Stainless Steel 440C
Stainless steel 440 is a martensitic stainless steel. The carbon content is 1.0%, and the chromium content is 16-18%. It has strong rust resistance and is a high-quality stainless steel.
Scope of application: Mainly used to manufacture bearing parts that work in corrosive environments and non-lubricated strong oxidizing atmospheres. 440C has good high-temperature dimensional stability, so it can also be used as corrosion-resistant high-temperature bearing steel. In addition, it can also be used to manufacture high-quality knives, such as medical scalpels, scissors, nozzles, bearings, etc. 440C has a lower ability to withstand dynamic loads
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.95～1.20 | ≤1.00 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.030 | 16.00~18.00 | ≤0.6 | 0 |
Mechanical Properties
| Hardness: Annealed, ≤269HB; |
| Quenching and tempering, ≥58HRC |
| Internal stress (250 N/mm2) |
| Tensile strength (560 N/mm2) |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y11Cr17 | 440F | SUS440F | - | |||
Stainless Steel 17-4PH
Stainless Steel 17-4PH is a precipitation, hardening, martensitic stainless steel composed of copper, niobium/columb.
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Cu % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.07 | ≤1.00 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.030 | 15.5~17.5 | 3.0~5.0 | 3.0~5.0 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile strength σb (MPa): aging at 480℃ |
| Conditional yield strength σ0.2 (MPa): aging at 480°C |
| Elongation δ5 (%): aging at 480°C |
| Reduction of area ψ (%): aging at 480°C |
Comparison Table in Various Countries
| China | USA | JAPAN | UK | FRANCE | GERMANY | RUSSIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0Cr17Ni4Cu4Nb | 630 | SUS630 | 1.4542 | - | ||
Nitronic 60
Nitronic 60 is a high-strength stainless steel. Compared with cobalt-containing and high-nickel alloys, Nitronic 60 stainless steel can achieve corrosion resistance and wear resistance at a very low cost. Its overall corrosion resistance is better than most stainless steel 304
Chemical Composition
| C % | Si % | Mn % | P % | S % | Cr % | Ni % | Cu % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤0.01 | ≤1.00 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | 0.035-0.045 | 16-18 | 8-9 | 3.0~5.0 |
Worthy Hardware Advantages
When you source the CNC Machining shops from the world, there are huge numbers of CNC machining service providers. Why you should choose Worthy Hardware as your trust vendor?
Advantage 1: Comprehensive Capabilities
As the leading manufacturer of CNC machining for over 25 years, we are well equipped with 35 sets CNC Machines, including 3 sets 5 axis ,4 sets 3 axis, 12 sets turning and milling compound. These machines could allow us to make prototypes, small batch and mass production parts. The fastest delivery time is 3 working days.
Advantage 2: Rich Experience
Our engineers and production workers have at least 15 years of CNC Machining experience, So we are responsible for various complex types of precision parts. We are very strong in making the tough materials, such as tool steel, alloy steels, SS316.
Advantage 3: Strict Quality
As the ISO 9001:2015, certified quality management system, all the team, material and machines are in regular status of quality assurance, we make it correct at the first time not only to ourselves, but also to our customers. We check and maintenance the machines everyday except the holiday time. In the production stage including the samples, the production workers check the dimensions frequently, and then the production manager will check the dimension again, finally our QC department will make the final checking with CMM. We make the 100% inspection for the parts, especially for the thread and surface.
Advantage 4: Stable Employees
80% of the workers in Worthy Hardware have worked here for more than 12 years, and most are home fellows. They're settled down in Donguan already. Therefore, we can be assured that quality and delivery time will not fall apart anytime soon because we've already been through all these hardships together as one family!
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CNC Machining Stainless Steel FAQ
1.What is the most common type of stainless steel used for CNC machining?
There is three types popular used stainless steel material for CNC machining, SS303,SS304,SS316. SS303 is more easier to cnc machined. SS304 is widely use for CNC forging procss. SS316 is the hardest for CNC machining.
2.Are CNC machined stainless steel parts harmful to humans?
Although stainless steel contains chromium, nickel and other alloy elements, there is no harm to the human body.
3.Why does stainless steel CNC machining parts rust ?
Depends on the use conditions and environment,stainless steel corrosion resistance is subject to change.So it will be rusted.For example,in a dry and clean environment,the anti-rust and corrosion resistance for stainless steel 304 are excellent, but used in the seaside environment, it is easy to make it rust.
4.Why stainless steel 304 is also magnetic?
Stainless steel 304 is a kind of austenitic stainless steel. Some or a small amount of austenite is transformed into martensite during the cold process. However, martensite stainless steel is magnetic, so 304 stainless steel is non-magnetic or slightly magnetic.
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