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CNC Tool Steel Machining is the cutting, shaping or manipulating of tool steel using machine tools such as CNC Milling and Turning, which produce consistent high-quality precision results. Custom Tool Steel Parts fabricated by CNC Milling and Turning at Advanced Tech Machining NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MACHINE SHOP boast excellent tool life and accuracy, while being machined more efficiently at high speeds.
Advanced Tech Machining NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MACHINE SHOP ISO 9001:2015 Certified CNC Milling and Turning utilize Computer Aided Design (CAD) where a 3D model is designed, serving as the basis of the CNC machine's instructions. Once the model data is inputted, the machine will start working on the block of material, whittling away until the final product emerges.
Northern California ISO 9001:2015 Certified Custom Tool Steel Parts CNC Milling and Turning Services Available at Silicon Valley, San Francisco, San Jose, Fremont, Northern California - Call: 408-549-7447
Tool steel is high-strength high-hardness steel designed to produce tools and dies, the essential of any industry. These must be shaped precisely because they in turn will form tools or tool parts that will be involved in the fabrication process of other products such as Automotive Parts or Aerospace Components.
CNC Milling processes involve the material being held in place while the cutting tools rotate around it while in CNC Turning the tools to maintain in the same place while the material is rotated at speed to create the exact shape. CNC Milling is better suited for machining flat and irregular surfaces, while CNC Turning is mainly used for working on cylindrical or conical surfaces.
CNC Milling: an automated mill conducts multiple operations along 4 or 5 axis to cut the component - a cutting tool spins against the stationary workpiece.
CNC Turning: cutting tools focus on a single point and the workpiece is rotated at changing points so the tools cut against it and carve the programmed patterns.
Tool Steel is used for applications where durability and wear resistance is essential, such as in manufacturing cutting tools and molds. Stainless steel, high grade steel and alloy steel are types of tool steel with unique characteristics and properties. Tool Steel has excellent dimensional stability and corrosion resistance as well as resistance to abrasion. The material can be heat treated to achieve different hardness levels as required by its application.
Advantages of CNC Milling and Turning Custom Tool Steel Parts
Good Machinability
Tool steel is typically easy to machine and work with, making it an attractive choice for many applications. By fine-tuning the machining parameters and using the right tooling, it is possible to achieve good results with tool steel.
Versatility
Tool steel can be machined into a wide range of shapes and sizes, making it a very versatile material for many applications.
Heat Treatability
Tool steel can be heat-treated to achieve different hardness levels and desired properties, making it versatile and adaptable to different applications.
Wear Resistance
Tool steel is known for its high level of wear resistance, making it ideal for use in high-stress, high-wear applications such as cutting tools and dies.
Good Toughness
Tool steel has good toughness, which means it is resistant to cracking and breaking under stress. This makes it a good choice for applications where the parts may be subjected to impact or other load types.
Abrasion Resistance
Tool steel is resistant to abrasion, which makes it suitable for use in applications where the parts may be subjected to abrasive wear.
Heat Resistance
Tool steel’s ability to withstand high temperatures without deforming or losing strength makes it suitable for hot working applications.
Ductility
Despite its strength and hardness, tool steel is relatively ductile, making it easier to machine and work with than other types of steel.
Because these are computer controlled processes, ISO 9001:2015 Certified CNC Milling and Turning at Advanced Tech Machining NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MACHINE SHOP can create a wide variety of designs, patterns and details that are near impossible to do manually. They are also extremely accurate due to the precision machinery we utilize. CNC machines can operate for long periods and produce large quantities of products. They can also work on a variety of materials, including highly durable metals and alloys such as Tool Steel.
Applications for Custom Tool Steel CNC Milling & Turning
Custom Tool Steel is used in many applications where durability and wear resistance are critical. Some common examples of applications for tool steel machining include:
Cutting Tools
Tool steel is often used to manufacture cutting tools such as lathe tools, milling cutters, and drill bits.
Dies
Tool Steel is commonly used to manufacture dies for stamping, forging, and other metalworking processes.
Molds
Tool Steel is often used in the production of molds for injection molding, blow molding, and other plastic molding processes.
Custom Tool Steel Parts CNC Milling and Turning services are available at Advanced Tech Machining NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MACHINE SHOP, our ISO 9001:2015 Certified facilities also offer a variety of machining services including CNC Machining at our machine shop in Northern California - Fremont - San Francisco Bay Area.
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Advanced Tech Machining
Northern California Machine Shop
Machine Shop, CNC Machining, EDM, Sheet Metal, Tube Modification
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Phone: 408-549-7447
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Advanced Tech Machining is a precision machine shop with state-of-the-art CNC machining centers and the most experienced machinists and programmers in Fremont, California. With over 30 years of experience working in the machining industry.
We make metal and plastic machine parts for aerospace, medical, automotive and semiconductor industries. Parts are manufactured using the finest equipment and decades of experience.