VT machining offers CNC Centerless Grinding for D3 Tool Steel (UNS T30403 / 1.2080 / SKD1), typically supplied annealed or hardened. Higher carbon than D2 for maximum wear but lower toughness.
CNC Centerless Grinding Notes for D3 Tool Steel
D3 Tool Steel is ground with aluminium-oxide or CBN wheels chosen for its hardness (Up to ~64 HRC).
Process Data for CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel
| Wheel (supply condition) | Ceramic aluminium oxide |
|---|---|
| Wheel (hardened to ~64 HRC) | CBN |
| Depth per pass (rough / finish) | 0.005-0.015 / 0.002-0.005 mm |
| Achievable finish | Ra 0.1-0.2 µm |
| Typical size tolerance | Ø ±0.002 mm, roundness 0.001-0.002 mm |
| Through-feed rate | 0.5-1.5 m/min |
| Diameter range | Ø1-60 mm |
Typical values for D3 Tool Steel, Annealed or hardened; confirmed on the first part.
Full material data for D3 Tool Steel (UNS T30403 / 1.2080 / SKD1) is on the CNC Surface Grinding D3 Tool Steel page.
More on CNC Centerless Grinding Alloy Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc centerless grinding guidance for all alloy steel grades are on our CNC Centerless Grinding Alloy Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm D3 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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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel?
Achievable tolerances for D3 Tool Steel grinding depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Grinding routinely holds single-micron tolerances on diameter, flatness and parallelism. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
Does CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most D3 Tool Steel grinding work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What is CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel and how is it done?
CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel refers to centerless grinding supports the workpiece on a blade between wheels for high-throughput OD finishing. Applied to D3 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.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Centerless Grinding D3 Tool Steel?
CNC Centerless Grinding prototypes for D3 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.