VT machining offers CNC Milling for 1060 Steel (UNS G10600 / C60), typically supplied hot-rolled or annealed. High-carbon steel for springs and wear parts.
CNC Milling Notes for 1060 Steel
1060 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 1060 Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Milling 1060 Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 125-215 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.123 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø10 mm end mill | 3980-6840 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 1060 Steel, Hot-rolled or annealed; optimised on the first article.
1060 Steel Data Relevant to CNC Milling
| Equivalent designations | UNS G10600 / C60 |
|---|---|
| Key composition | C 0.55-0.65% |
| Typical supply condition | Hot-rolled or annealed |
| Hardness (typical) | ~180-230 HB |
| Machinability rating | 51% (AISI B1112 = 100%) |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 1060 Steel Differs
High-carbon steel for springs and wear parts.
Typical applications: Springs, blades, wear plates.
1060 Steel vs Similar Grades
| 1060 Steel | 1045 Steel | 1095 Steel | 1020 Steel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | C 0.55-0.65% | C 0.43-0.50% | C 0.90-1.03% | C 0.18-0.23% |
| Hardness | ~180-230 HB | ~170-210 HB | ~190 HB annealed; up to ~60 HRC hardened | ~68 HRB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~680 | ~570-625 | ~680 annealed | ~420 |
| Machinability % | 51 | 57 | 42 | 72 |
| Typical use | Springs, blades, wear plates | Shafts, gears, axles, studs | Knives, springs, cutting tools | Axles, bolts, general parts |
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 1060 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1060 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied hot-rolled or annealed), 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 1060 Steel with CNC Milling?
Surface finish on 1060 Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Milling 1060 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 1060 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.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Milling 1060 Steel?
We machine 1060 Steel across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
Why is 1060 Steel a good choice for CNC Milling?
1060 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 1060 Steel machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.