VT machining offers CNC Routing for 316L Stainless Steel (UNS S31603 / 1.4404), typically supplied annealed. Low-carbon 316 for welded and implant-grade parts.
CNC Routing Notes for 316L Stainless Steel
Routing is only economical in 316L Stainless Steel for thin sections; for thicker plate we usually recommend milling, laser or waterjet instead.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 316L Stainless Steel weighs about 0.80 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Routing 316L Stainless Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 105-195 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed per tooth | 0.028-0.088 mm |
| Spindle speed, Ø6 mm end mill | 5570-10350 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO M — positive-rake PVD/CVD carbide |
| Coolant | Flood emulsion (8-10%) or high-pressure coolant |
Starting values for 316L Stainless Steel, Annealed; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for 316L Stainless Steel (UNS S31603 / 1.4404) is on the CNC Milling 316L Stainless Steel page.
More on CNC Routing Stainless Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc routing guidance for all stainless steel grades are on our CNC Routing Stainless Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Routing 316L Stainless Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 316L Stainless Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Send the drawing, the 316L Stainless Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Routing 316L Stainless Steel?
CNC Routing prototypes for 316L Stainless 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.
Can VT machining make custom 316L Stainless Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 316L Stainless 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.
Why is 316L Stainless Steel a good choice for CNC Routing?
316L Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic, which makes it well suited to CNC Routing. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 316L Stainless Steel machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is CNC Routing 316L Stainless Steel and how is it done?
CNC Routing 316L Stainless Steel refers to cNC routing cuts profiles and openings in sheet and plate at high feed rates with a rotating router bit. Applied to 316L Stainless Steel — corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.