VT machining offers CNC Bending for A2 Tool Steel (UNS T30102 / 1.2363 / SKD12), typically supplied annealed or hardened. Air-hardening with very low distortion; tougher than D2.
CNC Bending Notes for A2 Tool Steel
CNC Bending is rarely the right route for A2 Tool Steel: in its usual condition (Annealed or hardened, ~250 HB annealed; 57-62 HRC hardened) it is not suited to this process. We normally recommend grinding, EDM or machining from bar instead — send the drawing and we will suggest the most economical method.
A2 Tool Steel bends to a tight inside radius (about 1× thickness) in this condition.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of A2 Tool Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
A2 Tool Steel Data Relevant to CNC Bending
| Equivalent designations | UNS T30102 / 1.2363 / SKD12 |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | Annealed or hardened |
| Hardness (typical) | ~250 HB annealed; 57-62 HRC hardened |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Bending Alloy Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc bending guidance for all alloy steel grades are on our CNC Bending Alloy Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Bending A2 Tool Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm A2 Tool Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed or hardened), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Send the drawing, the A2 Tool Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What surface finish is achievable on A2 Tool Steel with CNC Bending?
Surface finish on A2 Tool Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What is CNC Bending A2 Tool Steel and how is it done?
CNC Bending A2 Tool Steel refers to cNC bending forms sheet metal to precise angles using a programmed press brake and back-gauge. Applied to A2 Tool Steel — wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Can VT machining make custom A2 Tool Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. A2 Tool Steel forming 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.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Bending A2 Tool Steel?
CNC Bending prototypes for A2 Tool 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.
Does CNC Bending A2 Tool Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most A2 Tool Steel forming work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.