VT machining offers CNC Routing for 1020 Steel (UNS G10200 / C22 / S20C), typically supplied hot-rolled or cold-drawn. Close to 1018 with slightly lower Mn; general machined parts.
CNC Routing Notes for 1020 Steel
Routing is only economical in 1020 Steel for thin sections; for thicker plate we usually recommend milling, laser or waterjet instead.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 1020 Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Routing 1020 Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 225-395 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.035-0.123 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø6 mm end mill | 11940-20960 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion (5-8%); dry is possible for interrupted cuts |
Starting values for 1020 Steel, Hot-rolled or cold-drawn; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for 1020 Steel (UNS G10200 / C22 / S20C) is on the CNC Milling 1020 Steel page.
More on CNC Routing Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc routing guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Routing Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Routing 1020 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1020 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied hot-rolled or cold-drawn), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Send the drawing, the 1020 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 1020 Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 1020 Steel machining 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 Routing 1020 Steel?
We machine 1020 Steel across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
Does CNC Routing 1020 Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 1020 Steel machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What surface finish is achievable on 1020 Steel with CNC Routing?
Surface finish on 1020 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 Routing 1020 Steel?
CNC Routing prototypes for 1020 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.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Routing 1020 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 1020 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.