VT machining offers CNC Milling for 1010 Steel (UNS G10100 / C10), typically supplied cold-rolled. Low carbon, easily formed and carburised.
CNC Milling Notes for 1010 Steel
1010 Steel mills well with conventional strategies; finishing passes are planned to meet flatness and finish callouts.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 1010 Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Milling 1010 Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 135-235 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.123 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø10 mm end mill | 4300-7480 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion (5-8%); dry is possible for interrupted cuts |
| Thermal growth, 100 mm part, +10 °C | 11.7 µm (CTE 11.7 µm/m·K) |
Starting values for 1010 Steel, Cold-rolled; optimised on the first article.
1010 Steel Data Relevant to CNC Milling
| Equivalent designations | UNS G10100 / C10 |
|---|---|
| Key composition | C 0.08-0.13% |
| Typical supply condition | Cold-rolled |
| Hardness (typical) | ~55-65 HRB |
| Machinability rating | 55% (AISI B1112 = 100%) |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 1010 Steel Differs
Low carbon, easily formed and carburised.
Typical applications: Formed parts, rivets, cold-headed parts.
1010 Steel vs Similar Grades
| 1010 Steel | 1008 Steel | 1018 Steel | A36 Steel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | C 0.08-0.13% | C ≤0.10% | C 0.15-0.20%, Mn 0.6-0.9% | C ≤0.26%, Mn ~0.8-1.2% |
| Hardness | ~55-65 HRB | ~50-60 HRB | ~71 HRB | ~67-83 HRB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~330-365 | ~300-340 | ~440 | 400-550 |
| Machinability % | 55 | 55 | 78 | 72 |
| Typical use | Formed parts, rivets, cold-headed parts | Stampings, deep-drawn parts, panels | Shafts, pins, spacers, fixtures | Base plates, brackets, frames, weldments |
More on CNC Milling Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc milling guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Milling Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Milling 1010 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1010 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 surface finish is achievable on 1010 Steel with CNC Milling?
Surface finish on 1010 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 Milling 1010 Steel?
CNC Milling prototypes for 1010 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.
Why is 1010 Steel a good choice for CNC Milling?
1010 Steel is strong, economical and widely available, which makes it well suited to CNC Milling. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 1010 Steel machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Milling 1010 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 1010 Steel machining depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Milling holds positional and dimensional tolerances to around ±0.01 mm, tighter with precision setups. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.