VT machining offers CNC Engraving for D2 Tool Steel (UNS T30402 / 1.2379 / SKD11), typically supplied annealed or hardened. High-chromium, high wear resistance; harder to grind than A2.
CNC Engraving Notes for D2 Tool Steel
Hardened D2 Tool Steel is engraved with carbide or diamond tools at shallow depth, or laser-marked when depth is not critical.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of D2 Tool Steel weighs about 0.77 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Engraving D2 Tool Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 45-80 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.028-0.088 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø1 mm end mill | 14320-24000 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion; neat oil for tapping |
Starting values for D2 Tool Steel, Annealed or hardened; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for D2 Tool Steel (UNS T30402 / 1.2379 / SKD11) is on the CNC Milling D2 Tool Steel page.
More on CNC Engraving Alloy Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc engraving guidance for all alloy steel grades are on our CNC Engraving Alloy Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Engraving D2 Tool Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm D2 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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Send the drawing, the D2 Tool 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 Engraving D2 Tool Steel and how is it done?
CNC Engraving D2 Tool Steel refers to cNC engraving marks logos, text, serial data and fine detail by removing a controlled depth of metal. Applied to D2 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 Engraving D2 Tool Steel?
CNC Engraving prototypes for D2 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.
Can VT machining make custom D2 Tool Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. D2 Tool Steel machining 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.
What surface finish is achievable on D2 Tool Steel with CNC Engraving?
Surface finish on D2 Tool Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Does CNC Engraving D2 Tool Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most D2 Tool Steel machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.