CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel from VT machining delivers precision Cr12MoV Tool Steel parts made to your exact drawing. CNC plasma cutting uses an ionized gas jet to sever thicker conductive plate at high speed, with parameters tuned to Cr12MoV Tool Steel, which is wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling.
CNC Plasma Cutting Capability for Cr12MoV Tool Steel
- Air/oil/water-hardening grades
- High wear resistance
- Hardenable to 58–64 HRC
- Tolerance to ±0.005 mm
Cr12MoV Tool Steel Material Data
| Density | 14.5 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 2000–3500 (TRS) MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | — |
| Hardness | 88–93 HRA / 1300–1800 HV |
| Melting point | 2870 (WC) °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 70–100 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 5.0 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 10% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | grind / EDM only |
| Grades we run | YG6, YG8, YG15 (K10–K30), D2, H13, M2, SKD11 |
Published typical values for WC-Co (YG8 / K20). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Everything is done by grinding, wire EDM or sinker EDM. Design in a small corner radius wherever possible — a true sharp internal corner doubles the EDM time.
Machining Cr12MoV Tool Steel with CNC Plasma Cutting
Cr12MoV Tool Steel behaves predictably under CNC Plasma Cutting once parameters are dialled in: machinability is machined in the annealed state, then hardened; carbide tooling preferred, and we tune the operation accordingly.
We hold reference parameters for this grade, so repeat orders of Cr12MoV Tool Steel run consistently from one batch to the next.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Contour dimension | ±0.10 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Hole diameter | ±0.10 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Kerf width | 0.20 mm | 0.10 mm |
| Squareness of cut edge | 0.5° | 0.2° |
| Heat-affected zone | 0.15 mm | 0.05 mm (N₂ assist) |
| Minimum hole diameter | 1.2 × thickness | 1.0 × thickness |
| Edge condition | light dross | burr-free, N₂ cut |
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.
Why Cr12MoV Tool Steel?
Cr12MoV Tool Steel is chosen when a part needs what this grade offers — it is wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling. We confirm the grade and any temper or heat-treat condition with you before machining.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
Finished Cr12MoV Tool Steel parts can move straight into secondary operations under one roof. Typical add-ons are deburring, passivation, anodising, plating, blasting, polishing and laser marking. We coordinate the whole chain so you receive complete, inspection-ready parts.
CNC Plasma Cutting Tolerances & Surface Finish
Laser-cut Cr12MoV Tool Steel holds contour tolerances around ±0.05 mm depending on thickness, with a narrow kerf and a clean, near burr-free edge.
Final tolerances are governed by the material's behaviour, wall thickness and overall stiffness. We give honest DFM feedback if a callout would be costly or better achieved another way.
CNC Plasma Cutting Quality & Inspection
We control quality throughout the process, not just at the end. In-process checks plus final inspection — including CMM where specified — keep every Cr12MoV Tool Steel part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
Design Tips for CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Keeping holes no smaller than the material thickness, allowing for kerf, and grouping features sensibly improves edge quality and nesting yield on Cr12MoV Tool Steel. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Applications of CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel
Customers order CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel 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.
How to Order CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel
Getting a quote is simple. Share your model, the material grade, your quantity and target tolerances. You receive a clear quotation with lead time and honest manufacturability feedback.
Finishing Options for Cr12MoV Tool Steel
| Finish | Thickness / effect | Why it gets specified |
|---|---|---|
| Deburr / edge break | 0.05–0.3 mm | All parts unless the drawing says otherwise |
| Bead blast | Ra 1.6–3.2 µm | Uniform matt finish, hides tool marks |
| Laser marking | — | Part number, lot code, data matrix |
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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 Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel
- 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 Cr12MoV Tool Steel 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.
Cr12MoV Tool Steel in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the Cr12MoV Tool Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom Cr12MoV Tool Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. Cr12MoV Tool Steel Cr12MoV Tool Steel 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.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel?
Laser-cut Cr12MoV Tool Steel thickness depends on the alloy and its reflectivity; we tune the fiber source and assist gas accordingly.
What surface finish is achievable on Cr12MoV Tool Steel with CNC Plasma Cutting?
Laser cutting leaves a clean cut face on Cr12MoV Tool Steel with a small heat-affected zone; most parts need little secondary finishing.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Plasma Cutting on Cr12MoV Tool Steel?
Laser cutting leaves Cr12MoV Tool Steel with a narrow kerf and a clean, near burr-free edge and only a small heat-affected zone.
Which industries use CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel parts?
CNC Plasma Cutting Cr12MoV Tool Steel parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise Cr12MoV Tool Steel components are required.