VT machining provides CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel for customers who need accurate, repeatable P20 Mold Steel components. The machinability of P20 Mold Steel is pre-hardened or machined-then-hardened; polishes to high finish for molds, so we set the operation up specifically for this grade.
CNC Bending Capability for P20 Mold Steel
- Mold-grade cleanliness
- Polishable to mirror finish
- Hardenable to 48–54 HRC
- Tolerance to ±0.005 mm
P20 Mold Steel Material Data
| Density | 14.5 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 2000–3500 (TRS) MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | — |
| Hardness | 88–93 HRA / 1300–1800 HV |
| Melting point | 2870 (WC) °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 70–100 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 5.0 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 10% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | grind / EDM only |
| Grades we run | YG6, YG8, YG15 (K10–K30), D2, H13, M2, SKD11 |
Published typical values for WC-Co (YG8 / K20). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Everything is done by grinding, wire EDM or sinker EDM. Design in a small corner radius wherever possible — a true sharp internal corner doubles the EDM time.
Machining P20 Mold Steel with CNC Bending
The machinability of P20 Mold Steel is pre-hardened or machined-then-hardened; polishes to high finish for molds. For CNC Bending we select tooling, feeds, speeds and coolant to match, keeping the P20 Mold Steel workpiece stable and the result accurate.
Because we machine P20 Mold Steel regularly, proven settings shorten setup and keep quality repeatable across reorders.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Bend angle | ±1.0° | ±0.5° |
| Flange length | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Hole-to-bend distance | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Minimum inside radius | 1.0 × thickness | 0.8 × thickness |
| Minimum flange height | 4 × thickness + radius | 3 × thickness + radius |
| Bend-to-bend spacing | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Sheet thickness range | 0.5–8.0 mm | 0.5–4.0 mm |
Standard is what a normal quotation assumes. Precision is available on nominated features and is priced separately, because it needs extra setups, in-process gauging and CMM verification. Call out only the features that need it — blanket-tightening a drawing is the single most common reason a quote comes back expensive.
CNC Bending Tolerances & Surface Finish
Formed P20 Mold Steel holds bend angles to about ±0.5° and consistent flange dimensions, with bend allowance compensated for the material and thickness.
The tightest tolerances are reserved for the features your drawing flags as critical. Share your tolerance scheme and we will confirm what is realistic before quoting.
CNC Bending Quality & Inspection
Consistent quality comes from disciplined process control. Critical dimensions on P20 Mold Steel parts are checked in-process and verified at final inspection using calibrated instruments and, where required, CMM measurement. Full documentation — dimensional reports, mill certs, FAIR — is available when your programme needs it.
Design Tips for CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel
A few design choices make a real difference to cost and quality. Consistent bend radii, adequate flange lengths and grain-direction awareness reduce cracking and springback in formed P20 Mold Steel. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
We complete P20 Mold Steel components with the secondary steps your drawing calls for. We arrange heat treatment, surface treatment, marking and assembly as needed. Tell us the final spec and we will plan the full route so parts arrive ready to use.
Why P20 Mold Steel?
Specifying P20 Mold Steel for CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel is usually about its properties: mold-grade, polishable and hardenable. Tell us the condition you need and we machine to it.
Applications of CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel
CNC Bending of P20 Mold Steel supports parts across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor, energy and general industrial sectors. We scale from one-off prototypes to ongoing production while holding the same quality.
How to Order CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel
Ordering P20 Mold Steel parts is straightforward. Provide the drawing, material, quantity and any certification needs. Our engineers reply — in English — with feasibility, pricing and a realistic lead time, usually within one business day.
Finishing Options for P20 Mold Steel
| Finish | Thickness / effect | Why it gets specified |
|---|---|---|
| Deburr / edge break | 0.05–0.3 mm | All parts unless the drawing says otherwise |
| Bead blast | Ra 1.6–3.2 µm | Uniform matt finish, hides tool marks |
| Laser marking | — | Part number, lot code, data matrix |
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Set the metal, dimensions and features, watch the 3D model update as you type, then switch to the 2D sheet to add dimensions and tolerances. Download it or send it straight to us with your RFQ.
What We Need to Quote CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel
- GeometrySTEP or IGES for the 3D model, plus a PDF drawing if you have tolerance callouts. A dimensioned sketch is enough to start.
- MaterialThe exact P20 Mold Steel grade and condition — temper, heat-treat state or hardness. If you are not sure, tell us the function and we will suggest one.
- QuantityPrototype count and the expected annual volume. Both change how the part is made and therefore what it costs.
- TolerancesWhich features are critical. Everything else runs to our standard tolerance, which is what keeps the price sensible.
- FinishSurface treatment, cosmetic requirements, and any faces that must be masked.
- DocumentsWhether you need a material certificate, dimensional report, FAIR or PPAP with the shipment.
Missing something from the list is not a problem — send what you have. We will come back with the specific questions rather than a generic form.
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Send the drawing, the P20 Mold Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel and how is it done?
CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel refers to cNC bending forms sheet metal to precise angles using a programmed press brake and back-gauge. Applied to P20 Mold Steel — mold-grade, polishable and hardenable — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel?
We form P20 Mold Steel sheet and plate to your developed flat pattern and bend sequence.
Does CNC Bending P20 Mold Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most P20 Mold Steel forming work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
Why is P20 Mold Steel a good choice for CNC Bending?
P20 Mold Steel is mold-grade, polishable and hardenable, which makes it well suited to CNC Bending. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished P20 Mold Steel forming part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
Can VT machining make custom P20 Mold Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. P20 Mold Steel P20 Mold 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.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Bending on P20 Mold Steel?
Machined P20 Mold Steel edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.