VT machining offers CNC Gear Cutting for 12L14 Steel (UNS G12144 / 11SMnPb30), typically supplied cold-drawn. Leaded free-machining steel; one of the most machinable steels, but not for welding or RoHS-restricted parts.
CNC Gear Cutting Notes for 12L14 Steel
Gear teeth in 12L14 Steel are cut to your accuracy class; heat treatment is optional depending on load.
Process Data for CNC Gear Cutting 12L14 Steel
| Heat-treat route | As specified on drawing |
|---|---|
| Accuracy as cut | ISO 1328 class 8-9 (AGMA 9-10) |
| Module range | 0.3-6 |
| Hobbing speed (HSS-E / carbide) | 80 / 255 m/min |
| Methods | Gear shaping (internal), form milling, skiving |
| Gear types | Internal gears, bevel, racks, cluster gears |
Typical values for 12L14 Steel, Cold-drawn; confirmed on the first part.
Full material data for 12L14 Steel (UNS G12144 / 11SMnPb30) is on the CNC Gear Hobbing 12L14 Steel page.
More on CNC Gear Cutting Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc gear cutting guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Gear Cutting Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Gear Cutting 12L14 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 12L14 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied cold-drawn), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom 12L14 Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 12L14 Steel gear cutting 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 12L14 Steel with CNC Gear Cutting?
Surface finish on 12L14 Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Gear Cutting 12L14 Steel?
CNC Gear Cutting prototypes for 12L14 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.
What gear accuracy class can you achieve on 12L14 Steel?
Gear accuracy is specified to DIN/AGMA classes appropriate to the application. Profile and lead are controlled so 12L14 Steel gears run accurately and quietly under load.
Why is 12L14 Steel a good choice for CNC Gear Cutting?
12L14 Steel is strong, economical and widely available, which makes it well suited to CNC Gear Cutting. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 12L14 Steel gear cutting part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Gear Cutting 12L14 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 12L14 Steel gear cutting depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. We hold tight, repeatable tolerances appropriate to the feature and material. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.