VT machining offers CNC 4-Axis Machining for AZ31B Magnesium (UNS M11311 / ASTM B90), typically supplied H24 / O. Most common wrought magnesium; formable and weldable.
CNC 4-Axis Machining Notes for AZ31B Magnesium
Multi-axis machining lets AZ31B Magnesium parts be completed in one or two setups, which improves feature-to-feature accuracy.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of AZ31B Magnesium weighs about 0.18 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 400-960 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.14 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø10 mm end mill | 12730-24000 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Dry or mineral oil only — never water-based (fire risk) |
| Rotary positioning accuracy | ±10 arc-sec (≈ ±0.005 mm at Ø100 mm) |
Starting values for AZ31B Magnesium, H24 / O; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for AZ31B Magnesium (UNS M11311 / ASTM B90) is on the CNC Milling AZ31B Magnesium page.
More on CNC 4-Axis Machining Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc 4-axis machining guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC 4-Axis Machining Aluminum page.
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Quoting CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm AZ31B Magnesium and its condition (we usually see it supplied H24 / O), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium?
Achievable tolerances for AZ31B Magnesium machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Milling holds positional and dimensional tolerances to around ±0.01 mm, tighter with precision setups. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
What surface finish is achievable on AZ31B Magnesium with CNC 4-Axis Machining?
Surface finish on AZ31B Magnesium is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Does CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium require dedicated tooling?
Most AZ31B Magnesium machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
Why is AZ31B Magnesium a good choice for CNC 4-Axis Machining?
AZ31B Magnesium is ultralight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC 4-Axis Machining. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished AZ31B Magnesium machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium and how is it done?
CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium refers to four-axis machining adds a rotary axis for indexed or continuous machining around a part. Applied to AZ31B Magnesium — ultralight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC 4-Axis Machining AZ31B Magnesium?
CNC 4-Axis Machining prototypes for AZ31B Magnesium can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.