VT machining offers CNC Gear Hobbing for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium (UNS R56400 / R56401 (ELI) / TC4), typically supplied annealed or STA. Same alloy as Grade 5; ELI version (Gr23) is specified for implants.
CNC Gear Hobbing Notes for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium
Gear teeth in Ti-6Al-4V Titanium are cut to your accuracy class; heat treatment is optional depending on load.
Process Data for CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium
| 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) | 10 / 30 m/min |
| Hob | Carbide hob, wet |
| Gear types | External spur and helical, splines, worm wheels |
Typical values for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium, Annealed or STA; confirmed on the first part.
Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Data Relevant to CNC Gear Hobbing
| Equivalent designations | UNS R56400 / R56401 (ELI) / TC4 |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | Annealed or STA |
| Hardness (typical) | ~36 HRC annealed |
| Tensile strength | ≥895 (≥828 ELI) MPa |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Gear Hobbing Titanium
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc gear hobbing guidance for all titanium grades are on our CNC Gear Hobbing Titanium page.
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Quoting CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm Ti-6Al-4V Titanium and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed or STA), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium?
Achievable tolerances for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium 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.
What gear accuracy class can you achieve on Ti-6Al-4V Titanium?
Gear accuracy is specified to DIN/AGMA classes appropriate to the application. Profile and lead are controlled so Ti-6Al-4V Titanium gears run accurately and quietly under load.
What is CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium and how is it done?
CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium refers to gear hobbing generates gear teeth with a rotating hob synchronized to the workpiece. Applied to Ti-6Al-4V Titanium — high strength-to-weight, biocompatible and corrosion resistant — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Why is Ti-6Al-4V Titanium a good choice for CNC Gear Hobbing?
Ti-6Al-4V Titanium is high strength-to-weight, biocompatible and corrosion resistant, which makes it well suited to CNC Gear Hobbing. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Ti-6Al-4V Titanium gear cutting part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Gear Hobbing Ti-6Al-4V Titanium?
CNC Gear Hobbing prototypes for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.