CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass is part of VT machining's grade-specific capability. C360 Brass is free-machining with good conductivity, and we combine controlled grinding with material-aware setup to produce parts that meet your specification.
CNC Cylindrical Grinding Capability for C360 Brass
- Free-machining
- Good conductivity
- Attractive finish
- Tolerance to ±0.01 mm
C360 Brass Material Data
| Density | 8.50 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 340–470 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 125–310 MPa |
| Hardness | 78–130 HB |
| Melting point | 885–900 °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 115 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 20.5 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 26% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | 100% (the benchmark) |
| Grades we run | C36000 free-cutting, C37700 forging, C26000 cartridge, C46400 naval |
Published typical values for C36000. Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Nothing much — this is the easiest metal in the shop. Worth asking about if a copper or bronze part is cost-driven rather than conductivity-driven.
Machining C360 Brass with CNC Cylindrical Grinding
The machinability of C360 Brass is excellent (free-machining); fast speeds, clean finish. For CNC Cylindrical Grinding we select tooling, feeds, speeds and coolant to match, keeping the C360 Brass workpiece stable and the result accurate.
Because we machine C360 Brass regularly, proven settings shorten setup and keep quality repeatable across reorders.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Size (OD, ID, thickness) | ±0.005 mm | ±0.002 mm |
| Flatness over 100 mm | 0.010 mm | 0.003 mm |
| Parallelism | 0.010 mm | 0.003 mm |
| Roundness | 0.005 mm | 0.002 mm |
| Squareness | 0.010 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Surface finish | Ra 0.4 µm | Ra 0.1 µm |
| Workpiece hardness | up to 62 HRC | up 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.
CNC Cylindrical Grinding Tolerances & Surface Finish
Ground C360 Brass 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.
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.
Design Tips for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass
A few design choices make a real difference to cost and quality. Allowing adequate grind stock, specifying realistic flatness over the true datum, and relieving corners help us hit tight tolerances on C360 Brass efficiently. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
We complete C360 Brass 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 C360 Brass?
Specifying C360 Brass for CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass is usually about its properties: free-machining with good conductivity. Tell us the condition you need and we machine to it.
CNC Cylindrical Grinding Quality & Inspection
Consistent quality comes from disciplined process control. Critical dimensions on C360 Brass 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.
Applications of CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass
CNC Cylindrical Grinding of C360 Brass 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 Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass
Ordering C360 Brass 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 C360 Brass
| Finish | Thickness / effect | Why it gets specified |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel plate | 5–15 µm | Hard, bright, corrosion resistant |
| Chrome plate | 0.3–1 µm | Decorative, over nickel |
| Clear lacquer | 10–20 µm | Stops the natural tarnish |
| Tin plate | 3–15 µm | Solderable contacts |
| 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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What We Need to Quote CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass
- 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 C360 Brass 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.
C360 Brass in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the C360 Brass 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 C360 Brass with CNC Cylindrical Grinding?
Grinding can take C360 Brass to a fine finish — typically Ra 0.1–0.4 µm, and to a mirror grade on suitable alloys.
What is CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass and how is it done?
CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass refers to cylindrical grinding finishes outer diameters of rotational parts to precise size and roundness. Applied to C360 Brass — free-machining with good conductivity — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Can VT machining make custom C360 Brass parts to my drawing?
Yes. C360 Brass C360 Brass 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.
Does CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass require dedicated tooling?
Most C360 Brass grinding work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
Which industries use CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass parts?
CNC Cylindrical Grinding C360 Brass parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise C360 Brass components are required.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Cylindrical Grinding on C360 Brass?
Machined C360 Brass edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.