CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

VT machining provides CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium for customers who need accurate, repeatable Ti-6Al-4V Titanium components. The machinability of Ti-6Al-4V Titanium is difficult; low speeds, high feeds, flood coolant to manage heat, so we set the operation up specifically for this grade.

CNC Punching Capability for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

  • High strength-to-weight
  • Biocompatible
  • Corrosion resistant
  • Tolerance to ±0.01 mm

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Material Data

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium — typical properties, quoted for Ti-6Al-4V (Gr 5)
Density4.43 g/cm³
Tensile strength950 MPa
Yield strength (0.2%)880 MPa
Hardness334 HB / 36 HRC
Melting point1604–1660 °C
Thermal conductivity6.7 W/m·K
Thermal expansion8.6 ×10⁻⁶/K
Electrical conductivity3.1%
Machinability (C36000 = 100%)22%
Grades we runGr 1, Gr 2 (CP), Gr 5 Ti-6Al-4V, Gr 23 ELI, Gr 7, Gr 9

Published typical values for Ti-6Al-4V (Gr 5). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.

Machining Ti-6Al-4V Titanium — what actually causes trouble

Heat has nowhere to go — thermal conductivity is 1/25th of aluminium, so it all goes into the tool. Low surface speed, heavy feed, flood coolant, and the cutter never stops moving.

Machining Ti-6Al-4V Titanium with CNC Punching

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium behaves predictably under CNC Punching once parameters are dialled in: machinability is difficult; low speeds, high feeds, flood coolant to manage heat, and we tune the operation accordingly.

We hold reference parameters for this grade, so repeat orders of Ti-6Al-4V Titanium run consistently from one batch to the next.

Achievable Tolerances for CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium — achievable tolerances
FeatureStandardPrecision
Hole position across sheet±0.15 mm±0.10 mm
Hole diameter±0.10 mm±0.05 mm
Overall blank size±0.20 mm±0.10 mm
Minimum hole1.0 × thickness0.8 × thickness
Hole-to-edge distance2.0 × thickness1.5 × thickness
Burr height0.08 mm0.03 mm (deburred)
Sheet thickness range0.5–6.0 mm0.5–3.0 mm

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.

Design Tips for CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Keeping hole-to-edge and hole-to-hole distances at least 1.5–2× thickness avoids distortion and tearing in punched Ti-6Al-4V Titanium. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.

CNC Punching 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 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.

Why Ti-6Al-4V Titanium?

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium is chosen when a part needs what this grade offers — it is high strength-to-weight, biocompatible and corrosion resistant. We confirm the grade and any temper or heat-treat condition with you before machining.

CNC Punching Tolerances & Surface Finish

Punched Ti-6Al-4V Titanium holds hole-position repeatability around ±0.10 mm across the sheet, with consistent hole quality when punch/die clearance is matched to the gauge.

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.

Secondary Operations & Finishing

Finished Ti-6Al-4V Titanium 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.

Applications of CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

Customers order CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium 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 Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

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 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

Finishing options available with this material
FinishThickness / effectWhy it gets specified
Type II anodiseColour coding, biocompatible
Type III anodiseAnti-galling for threaded and sliding parts
PassivationASTM F86 for implant-grade parts
Electropolish5–20 µm removedRemoves the machining layer for medical use
Deburr / edge break0.05–0.3 mmAll parts unless the drawing says otherwise
Bead blastRa 1.6–3.2 µmUniform matt finish, hides tool marks
Laser markingPart number, lot code, data matrix
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What We Need to Quote CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium

  • 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 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium 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.

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium in Other Processes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can VT machining make custom Ti-6Al-4V Titanium parts to my drawing?

Yes. Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Ti-6Al-4V Titanium punching 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.

Why is Ti-6Al-4V Titanium a good choice for CNC Punching?

Ti-6Al-4V Titanium is high strength-to-weight, biocompatible and corrosion resistant, which makes it well suited to CNC Punching. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Ti-6Al-4V Titanium punching part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.

What tolerances can you hold for CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium?

Achievable tolerances for Ti-6Al-4V Titanium punching depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Punching holds hole-position repeatability to around ±0.10 mm. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.

What surface finish is achievable on Ti-6Al-4V Titanium with CNC Punching?

Surface finish on Ti-6Al-4V Titanium is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.

Does CNC Punching Ti-6Al-4V Titanium require dedicated tooling?

Punching uses programmable turret tooling; standard tools cover most patterns, with special tools added for unique forms.