VT machining offers CNC 5-Axis Machining for 1117 Steel (UNS G11170), typically supplied cold-drawn. Resulfurised carburising steel; machines faster than 1018.
CNC 5-Axis Machining Notes for 1117 Steel
Multi-axis machining lets 1117 Steel parts be completed in one or two setups, which improves feature-to-feature accuracy.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 1117 Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 195-340 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.123 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø8 mm end mill | 7760-13530 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion (5-8%); dry is possible for interrupted cuts |
| Thermal growth, 300 mm part, +3 °C | 10.5 µm (CTE 11.7 µm/m·K) |
Starting values for 1117 Steel, Cold-drawn; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for 1117 Steel (UNS G11170) is on the CNC Milling 1117 Steel page.
More on CNC 5-Axis Machining Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc 5-axis machining guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC 5-Axis Machining Steel page.
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Quoting CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1117 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied cold-drawn), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom 1117 Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 1117 Steel machining is made to order from your CAD/2D drawing. Share your geometry, material grade, tolerance and quantity and we will confirm feasibility, lead time and pricing.
Does CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 1117 Steel machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel?
CNC 5-Axis Machining prototypes for 1117 Steel can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.
What is CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel and how is it done?
CNC 5-Axis Machining 1117 Steel refers to five-axis machining orients the tool to complex geometry in one setup, reducing fixturing and improving accuracy. Applied to 1117 Steel — strong, economical and widely available — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.