Looking for reliable CNC Boring Nickel? VT machining manufactures Nickel parts to tight tolerances and consistent quality. Nickel is corrosion and heat resistant, so the process is set up specifically for the material.
Starting Parameters for CNC Boring Nickel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 45-100 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed | 0.056-0.14 mm/rev |
| Spindle speed, Ø30 mm bore | 480-1060 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO S — sharp PVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Flood emulsion |
Shown for Nickel 200, the most common Nickel grade we see for CNC Boring. Starting values for Nickel 200, Annealed; optimised on the first article.
CNC Boring Capability for Nickel
- Bore tolerance to IT6
- Roundness within 0.005 mm
- Fine boring heads
- Large-diameter capability
Nickel material properties, finishing options and grade notes are on our CNC Turning Nickel page.
How CNC Boring Nickel Works
The Nickel bar or billet rotates in the spindle while single-point tools shape outer diameters, bores, faces, grooves and threads. Constant surface speed control keeps cutting conditions stable from large to small diameters.
Programming is driven directly by your 3D model or print. Work-holding, tool selection and the cutting strategy are planned around the critical features and the material before the first chip is cut. First-off inspection confirms the process is centred before production continues.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Boring Nickel
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Outside diameter | ±0.05 mm | ±0.005 mm |
| Bore diameter | H9 | H6 |
| Length / shoulder position | ±0.10 mm | ±0.020 mm |
| Concentricity OD to ID | 0.05 mm TIR | 0.010 mm TIR |
| Roundness | 0.02 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Thread class | 6g / 2A | 4h / 3A |
| Surface finish, as turned | Ra 1.6 µm | Ra 0.4 µm |
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.
Design Tips for CNC Boring Nickel
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Consistent diameters, standard thread forms and avoiding extremely long, slender features help Nickel turned parts stay concentric and economical. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
CNC Boring Tolerances & Surface Finish
Turned Nickel holds diameter tolerances to about ±0.005 mm with concentricity within 0.01 mm and good roundness. Turned finishes of Ra 0.4–0.8 µm are achievable with finishing passes and sharp tooling.
Exact achievable figures depend on the alloy, the feature size and the part geometry. Tell us which dimensions are critical and we will advise feasibility up front.
Applications of CNC Boring Nickel
Customers order CNC Boring Nickel components for everything from instrumentation to structural and functional assemblies. Whether you need a single prototype or recurring production volume, the same process discipline applies.
Typical Nickel Parts for CNC Boring
Illustrative examples of CNC Boring Nickel parts and the callouts that usually drive the process plan. They show the kind of work that fits this process; they are not specific customer orders.
Connector pin
- Material
- Nickel
- Size
- Ø3.0 × 24 mm
- Key callouts
- OD ±0.005 mm, straightness 0.02 mm over length
- Batch
- 20,000 pcs
Swiss-turned from bar with a guide bushing; nothing else holds Ø3 mm over 24 mm.
Threaded fitting
- Material
- Nickel
- Size
- Ø22 hex × 38 mm
- Key callouts
- G3/8" thread class 4h, bore H8, sealing face Ra 0.8 µm
- Batch
- 2,500 pcs
Run on a sub-spindle lathe so the back face is finished without a second setup.
Precision shaft
- Material
- Nickel
- Size
- Ø16 × 240 mm
- Key callouts
- OD h6, concentricity 0.01 mm TIR, keyway 5 H9
- Batch
- 1,000 pcs / year
Turned between centres so both journals share one datum.
No drawing yet? Build one in the browser.
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 Boring Nickel
- 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 Nickel 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.
Other Metals for CNC Boring
Other Processes for Nickel
Send the drawing, the Nickel grade and the quantity. You get pricing, lead time and any DFM notes back — usually within one business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Which industries use CNC Boring Nickel parts?
CNC Boring Nickel parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise Nickel components are required.
Can VT machining make custom Nickel parts to my drawing?
Yes. Nickel turning 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.
Why is Nickel a good choice for CNC Boring?
Nickel is corrosion and heat resistant, which makes it well suited to CNC Boring. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Nickel turning part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Boring Nickel?
CNC Boring prototypes for Nickel 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 material thickness or size range suits CNC Boring Nickel?
Turned Nickel parts are produced from bar or chuck stock across a wide diameter range.