CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

Need reliable CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper? VT machining machines C17200 Beryllium Copper to tight tolerances and consistent quality. As a material, C17200 Beryllium Copper is high-strength, conductive and non-sparking; we adapt feeds, speeds and tooling to suit.

CNC Cylindrical Grinding Capability for C17200 Beryllium Copper

  • Heat-treatable to high strength
  • Good conductivity
  • Non-sparking
  • Excellent fatigue life

C17200 Beryllium Copper Material Data

C17200 Beryllium Copper — typical properties, quoted for C17200 (TH04/AT)
Density8.25 g/cm³
Tensile strength1140–1380 MPa
Yield strength (0.2%)1000–1200 MPa
Hardness36–42 HRC
Melting point866–980 °C
Thermal conductivity105–130 W/m·K
Thermal expansion17.8 ×10⁻⁶/K
Electrical conductivity22%
Machinability (C36000 = 100%)20–35%
Grades we runC17200, C17300, C17510 (high conductivity), C17410

Published typical values for C17200 (TH04/AT). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.

Machining C17200 Beryllium Copper — what actually causes trouble

Machined in the solution-annealed state and age-hardened afterwards, which shrinks the part by roughly 0.1–0.2%. That shrink is compensated in the program.

Machining C17200 Beryllium Copper with CNC Cylindrical Grinding

When grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper, machinability is good; heat-treatable to high strength with good conductivity. Our process plan reflects this so the finished part holds its tolerances without distortion or poor finish.

Documented parameters for C17200 Beryllium Copper mean predictable cycle times and stable, repeatable results.

Achievable Tolerances for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper — achievable tolerances
FeatureStandardPrecision
Size (OD, ID, thickness)±0.005 mm±0.002 mm
Flatness over 100 mm0.010 mm0.003 mm
Parallelism0.010 mm0.003 mm
Roundness0.005 mm0.002 mm
Squareness0.010 mm0.005 mm
Surface finishRa 0.4 µmRa 0.1 µm
Workpiece hardnessup to 62 HRCup to 65 HRC

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.

Secondary Operations & Finishing

Most C17200 Beryllium Copper parts need some finishing, which we manage in-house or through vetted partners. Options include deburring and edge-breaking, heat treatment, surface grinding, polishing, and plating or anodising for corrosion resistance and appearance. Give us the finished-part requirement and we will sequence every operation correctly.

CNC Cylindrical Grinding Tolerances & Surface Finish

Ground C17200 Beryllium Copper reaches single-micron tolerances on size, flatness and parallelism, with surface finishes down to Ra 0.1–0.4 µm — and a near-mirror finish on suitable alloys.

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.

Why C17200 Beryllium Copper?

Customers select C17200 Beryllium Copper for CNC Cylindrical Grinding because it is high-strength, conductive and non-sparking. We handle grade verification and any required heat treatment or finishing.

CNC Cylindrical Grinding Quality & Inspection

Quality is built in, not inspected on. We monitor key features during the run and confirm them at final inspection, with CMM verification available for tight tolerances. We provide the inspection and traceability records your quality system requires.

Design Tips for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

Small design adjustments often cut cost and lead time. Allowing adequate grind stock, specifying realistic flatness over the true datum, and relieving corners help us hit tight tolerances on C17200 Beryllium Copper efficiently. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.

Applications of CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

C17200 Beryllium Copper parts made this way are found throughout aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics and industrial equipment. Prototype, bridge and production volumes are all welcome.

How to Order CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

Starting your project takes one email. Send your CAD or 2D drawing, the C17200 Beryllium Copper grade and condition, the quantity and any finish or inspection requirements. We respond quickly with price, lead time and any DFM notes, in clear English.

Finishing Options for C17200 Beryllium Copper

Finishing options available with this material
FinishThickness / effectWhy it gets specified
Deburr / edge break0.05–0.3 mmAll parts unless the drawing says otherwise
Bead blastRa 1.6–3.2 µmUniform matt finish, hides tool marks
Laser markingPart number, lot code, data matrix
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What We Need to Quote CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper

  • 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 C17200 Beryllium Copper 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What tolerances can you hold for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C17200 Beryllium Copper?

Achievable tolerances for C17200 Beryllium Copper 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.

Why is C17200 Beryllium Copper a good choice for CNC Cylindrical Grinding?

C17200 Beryllium Copper is high-strength, conductive and non-sparking, which makes it well suited to CNC Cylindrical Grinding. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished C17200 Beryllium Copper grinding part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.

How clean are the edges produced by CNC Cylindrical Grinding on C17200 Beryllium Copper?

Machined C17200 Beryllium Copper edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.

Can VT machining make custom C17200 Beryllium Copper parts to my drawing?

Yes. C17200 Beryllium Copper C17200 Beryllium Copper grinding 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.