VT machining offers CNC Gear Hobbing for 1008 Steel (UNS G10080 / DC01-type), typically supplied cold-rolled. Very low carbon; excellent for deep drawing and bending, gummy to machine.
CNC Gear Hobbing Notes for 1008 Steel
Gear teeth in 1008 Steel are cut to your accuracy class; heat treatment is optional depending on load.
Process Data for CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 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) | 40 / 125 m/min |
| Hob | HSS-E (PM) coated hob; carbide for dry hobbing |
| Gear types | External spur and helical, splines, worm wheels |
Typical values for 1008 Steel, Cold-rolled; confirmed on the first part.
1008 Steel Data Relevant to CNC Gear Hobbing
| Equivalent designations | UNS G10080 / DC01-type |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | Cold-rolled |
| Hardness (typical) | ~50-60 HRB |
| Tensile strength | ~300-340 MPa |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Gear Hobbing Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc gear hobbing guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Gear Hobbing Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1008 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied cold-rolled), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 Steel and how is it done?
CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 Steel refers to gear hobbing generates gear teeth with a rotating hob synchronized to the workpiece. Applied to 1008 Steel — strong, economical and widely available — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Can VT machining make custom 1008 Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 1008 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.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Gear Hobbing on 1008 Steel?
Machined 1008 Steel edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
What gear accuracy class can you achieve on 1008 Steel?
Gear accuracy is specified to DIN/AGMA classes appropriate to the application. Profile and lead are controlled so 1008 Steel gears run accurately and quietly under load.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 1008 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.
Does CNC Gear Hobbing 1008 Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 1008 Steel gear cutting work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.