CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver from VT machining delivers precision Nickel Silver parts produced to your exact drawing. CNC lathe machining produces precision rotational parts with combined turning, facing, drilling and threading, and we tune every parameter to the behaviour of Nickel Silver, which is corrosion resistant with a bright silver-white finish.
Starting Parameters for CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 120-200 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed | 0.08-0.25 mm/rev |
| Spindle speed, Ø25 mm bar | 1530-2550 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO N — sharp, polished, uncoated or DLC |
| Coolant | Emulsion |
| Max turning diameter | Ø350 mm (chuck work) |
Shown for Nickel Silver (C752 / CuNi18Zn20), the most common Nickel Silver grade we see for CNC Lathe Machining. Starting values for Nickel Silver (C752 / CuNi18Zn20), Half-hard or spring temper; optimised on the first article.
CNC Lathe Machining Capability for Nickel Silver
- Live-tool capability
- Sub-spindle pickup
- OD/ID + cross features
- Diameter tolerance ±0.005 mm
Nickel Silver material properties, finishing options and grade notes are on our CNC Turning Nickel Silver page.
How CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver Works
The Nickel Silver bar or billet rotates in the spindle while single-point tools shape outer diameters, bores, faces, grooves and threads. Constant surface speed control keeps cutting conditions stable from large to small diameters.
Programming is driven directly by your 3D model or print. Work-holding, tool selection and the cutting strategy are planned around the critical features and the material before the first chip is cut. First-off inspection confirms the process is centred before production continues.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Outside diameter | ±0.05 mm | ±0.005 mm |
| Bore diameter | H9 | H6 |
| Length / shoulder position | ±0.10 mm | ±0.020 mm |
| Concentricity OD to ID | 0.05 mm TIR | 0.010 mm TIR |
| Roundness | 0.02 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Thread class | 6g / 2A | 4h / 3A |
| Surface finish, as turned | Ra 1.6 µm | Ra 0.4 µm |
Standard is what a normal quotation assumes. Precision is available on nominated features and is priced separately, because it needs extra setups, in-process gauging and CMM verification. Call out only the features that need it — blanket-tightening a drawing is the single most common reason a quote comes back expensive.
CNC Lathe Machining Tolerances & Surface Finish
Turned Nickel Silver holds diameter tolerances to about ±0.005 mm with concentricity within 0.01 mm and good roundness. Turned finishes of Ra 0.4–0.8 µm are achievable with finishing passes and sharp tooling.
Exact achievable figures depend on the alloy, the feature size and the part geometry. Tell us which dimensions are critical and we will advise feasibility up front.
Design Tips for CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Consistent diameters, standard thread forms and avoiding extremely long, slender features help Nickel Silver turned parts stay concentric and economical. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Applications of CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver
Customers order CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver components for everything from instrumentation to structural and functional assemblies. Whether you need a single prototype or recurring production volume, the same process discipline applies.
Typical Nickel Silver Parts for CNC Lathe Machining
Illustrative examples of CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver parts and the callouts that usually drive the process plan. They show the kind of work that fits this process; they are not specific customer orders.
Bearing spacer
- Material
- Nickel Silver
- Size
- Ø35 / Ø22 × 9 mm
- Key callouts
- Thickness ±0.005 mm, parallelism 0.005 mm
- Batch
- 4,000 pcs
Turned then double-disc ground — thickness this tight is not a lathe job.
Nozzle body
- Material
- Nickel Silver
- Size
- Ø12 × 46 mm
- Key callouts
- Ø0.6 mm orifice ±0.01 mm, internal taper 20°
- Batch
- 600 pcs
Orifice EDM-drilled after turning; a drill wanders at that diameter.
Connector pin
- Material
- Nickel Silver
- Size
- Ø3.0 × 24 mm
- Key callouts
- OD ±0.005 mm, straightness 0.02 mm over length
- Batch
- 20,000 pcs
Swiss-turned from bar with a guide bushing; nothing else holds Ø3 mm over 24 mm.
No drawing yet? Build one in the browser.
Set the metal, dimensions and features, watch the 3D model update as you type, then switch to the 2D sheet to add dimensions and tolerances. Download it or send it straight to us with your RFQ.
What We Need to Quote CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver
- GeometrySTEP or IGES for the 3D model, plus a PDF drawing if you have tolerance callouts. A dimensioned sketch is enough to start.
- MaterialThe exact Nickel Silver grade and condition — temper, heat-treat state or hardness. If you are not sure, tell us the function and we will suggest one.
- QuantityPrototype count and the expected annual volume. Both change how the part is made and therefore what it costs.
- TolerancesWhich features are critical. Everything else runs to our standard tolerance, which is what keeps the price sensible.
- FinishSurface treatment, cosmetic requirements, and any faces that must be masked.
- DocumentsWhether you need a material certificate, dimensional report, FAIR or PPAP with the shipment.
Missing something from the list is not a problem — send what you have. We will come back with the specific questions rather than a generic form.
Other Metals for CNC Lathe Machining
Other Processes for Nickel Silver
Send the drawing, the Nickel Silver grade and the quantity. You get pricing, lead time and any DFM notes back — usually within one business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What surface finish is achievable on Nickel Silver with CNC Lathe Machining?
Surface finish on Nickel Silver is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Why is Nickel Silver a good choice for CNC Lathe Machining?
Nickel Silver is corrosion resistant with a bright silver-white finish, which makes it well suited to CNC Lathe Machining. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Nickel Silver turning part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver?
Turned Nickel Silver parts are produced from bar or chuck stock across a wide diameter range.
What is CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver and how is it done?
CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver refers to cNC lathe machining produces precision rotational parts with combined turning, facing, drilling and threading. Applied to Nickel Silver — corrosion resistant with a bright silver-white finish — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Lathe Machining Nickel Silver?
Achievable tolerances for Nickel Silver turning depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Turning holds diameter tolerances to around ±0.005 mm with concentricity within 0.01 mm. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.