CNC Machining for Custom Stainless Steel Parts

Our Stainless Steel CNC Machining: High precision, corrosion-resistant, cost-effective solutions for specific enterprise needs in various grades like 304, and 316.

Benefits of Stainless Steel in CNC Machining

Experience enhanced durability, precision, and versatility in your projects with stainless steel CNC machining, offering high corrosion resistance and sustainable solutions.

  • Corrosion Resistance
  • Strength and Durability
  • High Precision
  • Aesthetic Appeal
  • Heat Resistance
  • Versatility
  • Low cost
  • Recyclability

Applications of Custom Stainless Steel Parts

Stainless steel CNC machining produces vital parts for industries like medical, robotics, food and beverage, aerospace, and marine, where strength and corrosion resistance are key.

  • Medical Industry: Surgical instruments, small implants, dental fixtures.
  • Robotics: Gear parts, small connectors, sensor mounts.
  • Food and Beverage Industry: Small valves, fittings, nozzles.
  • Aerospace: Bolts, fasteners, hinges, small gears.
  • Marine Industry: Small brackets, fittings, pulleys, cable clamps.
  • Automotive Industry: Engine components, suspension parts, small brackets.
  • Electronics: Enclosures, heat sinks, connector housings.

Stainless Steel Machining Properties

This table shows you how different stainless steel grades compare for CNC machining, including their machining characteristics – essentially, how easily and effectively each can be shaped or cut in your machining processes.

Stainless Steel GradeMachinabilityWork HardeningThermal PropertiesSurface Finish & ToleranceTool Selection
304 Moderate High Poor Heat Conductivity Good Finish; Standard Tolerance Sharp Tools, Slow Speeds
316 Lower than 304 High Similar to 304 High Finish Quality; Tight Tolerance Sharp Tools, Specific Geometries
303 High Moderate Better than 304/316 Excellent Finish; High Tolerance Standard Tools, High Speeds
17-4 Moderate Moderate Moderate Excellent Finish; Tight Tolerance Specialized Tools for Hardness
410 Moderate to Low High Moderate to Poor Good Finish; Standard Tolerance Hardened Tools, Controlled Speeds
430 Moderate to High Moderate Moderate Good to High Finish; Standard Tolerance Standard Tools, Varying Speeds
Common stainless steel alloys

CNC Machining Services Offered by Machining Quote

Step into a world of precision and strength with our stainless steel CNC services. Create parts that last and impress. Start crafting exceptional components today!

Milling Stainless Steel

Precision Redefined: Achieve unparalleled accuracy in dimensions, vital for precision-critical applications.

Sleek Finishes: Attain superior surface smoothness, minimizing post-processing needs.

Swift Turnaround: Experience rapid production cycles, ideal for scaling up manufacturing efficiently.

Turning Stainless Steel

Intricate Mastery: Craft complex designs with ease, pushing the boundaries of part geometries.

Versatile Dynamics: Harness multi-axis machining to sculpt stainless steel from numerous angles for unparalleled detail.

Adaptive Craftsmanship: Respond swiftly to evolving design demands, offering tailor-made solutions for unique client needs.

CNC Laser Cutting

Ultra-Precise Cuts: Utilizes focused laser beams for extremely accurate and clean cuts, crucial for complex and fine-detail applications.

Seamless Integration: Ideal for combining with other CNC processes, laser cutting adds versatility to your manufacturing toolkit, expanding the possibilities for innovation.

Easiest Stainless Steel to Machining

303 Stainless Steel
  • Contains sulfur which increases its machinability.
  • Advantages: Excellent for parts that require extensive machining, like intricate components.
  • Considerations: Slightly less corrosion-resistant than other grades.
17-4 Stainless Steel
  • Features: Easier to machine in its aged condition.
  • Advantages: Offers a good balance of machinability and high strength.
  • Considerations: Requires aging to achieve the best machinability.
416 Stainless Steel (if considered)
  • Features: Has added sulfur and phosphorus for enhanced machinability.
  • Advantages: Good for parts requiring considerable machining, with a focus on speed and efficiency.
  • Considerations: Lower corrosion resistance compared to 304 and 316.

6 Surface Finishes for Stainless Steel Machined Parts

Craft the Unseen, Feel the Difference: Our surface finishes on stainless steel parts not only endure, they inspire. Choose from a spectrum of finishes, where every brush, polish, and blast isn’t just treatment, it’s a transformation.

Brushed Finish
Produces a unidirectional satin finish, giving it a unique texture that’s resistant to fingerprints and minor scratches.
Mirror Polish
Offers a highly reflective finish, ideal for aesthetic applications where a shiny, mirror-like appearance is desired.
Bead Blasting
Creates a uniform matte surface by blasting the part with glass or ceramic beads, which can help in hiding machining marks.
Anodizing
Typically used for aluminum, but for stainless steel, similar electrochemical processes can provide a hard, protective layer, enhancing corrosion resistance.
Powder Coating
Applies a protective and decorative layer of powder, which can be customized in various colors, providing extra corrosion resistance.
Electropolishing
Removes a thin layer of material to smooth and polish the surface, improving both the appearance and corrosion resistance.