VT machining offers CNC Gear Cutting for 316 Stainless Steel (UNS S31600 / 1.4401 / SUS316), typically supplied annealed. Molybdenum adds chloride/pitting resistance over 304; tougher to cut than 304.
CNC Gear Cutting Notes for 316 Stainless Steel
Gear teeth in 316 Stainless Steel are cut to your accuracy class; heat treatment is optional depending on load.
Process Data for CNC Gear Cutting 316 Stainless Steel
| Heat-treat route | None (used as supplied) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy as cut | ISO 1328 class 8-9 (AGMA 9-10) |
| Module range | 0.3-6 |
| Hobbing speed (HSS-E / carbide) | 25 / 75 m/min |
| Methods | Gear shaping (internal), form milling, skiving |
| Gear types | Internal gears, bevel, racks, cluster gears |
Typical values for 316 Stainless Steel, Annealed; confirmed on the first part.
Full material data for 316 Stainless Steel (UNS S31600 / 1.4401 / SUS316) is on the CNC Gear Hobbing 316 Stainless Steel page.
More on CNC Gear Cutting Stainless Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc gear cutting guidance for all stainless steel grades are on our CNC Gear Cutting Stainless Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Gear Cutting 316 Stainless Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 316 Stainless Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is CNC Gear Cutting 316 Stainless Steel and how is it done?
CNC Gear Cutting 316 Stainless Steel refers to cNC gear cutting forms precise tooth profiles for spur, helical, bevel and worm gears. Applied to 316 Stainless Steel — corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What surface finish is achievable on 316 Stainless Steel with CNC Gear Cutting?
Surface finish on 316 Stainless Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Can VT machining make custom 316 Stainless Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 316 Stainless 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.
Why is 316 Stainless Steel a good choice for CNC Gear Cutting?
316 Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic, which makes it well suited to CNC Gear Cutting. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 316 Stainless Steel gear cutting part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.