CNC Routing Tungsten Copper from VT machining delivers precision Tungsten Copper parts produced to your exact drawing. CNC routing cuts profiles and openings in sheet and plate at high feed rates with a rotating router bit, and we tune every parameter to the behaviour of Tungsten Copper, which is combines tungsten strength with copper conductivity.
CNC Routing Capability for Tungsten Copper
- High-feed profiling
- Sheet and plate stock
- Nested-part layouts
- Edge tolerance ±0.1 mm
Tungsten Copper Material Data
| Density | 14.8–17.0 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 790 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 520 MPa |
| Hardness | 220 HB |
| Melting point | 1083 (Cu phase) °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 180–200 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 8.3 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 42–48% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | 35% |
| Grades we run | W70Cu30, W75Cu25, W80Cu20, W85Cu15 |
Published typical values for W75Cu25. Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Two phases with very different behaviour in one part. EDM gives a far more consistent result than milling on fine features, and it is the usual route for heat-spreader profiles.
How CNC Routing Tungsten Copper Works
Rotating multi-flute cutters remove material as the Tungsten Copper workpiece is driven through programmed tool paths on 3-, 4- or 5-axis machining centres. Climb milling, step-over and depth-of-cut are set so chip load stays in the ideal band for the alloy.
Programming is driven directly by your 3D model or print. Work-holding, tool selection and the cutting strategy are planned around the critical features and the material before the first chip is cut. First-off inspection confirms the process is centred before production continues.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Routing Tungsten Copper
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Linear dimension (< 100 mm) | ±0.05 mm | ±0.010 mm |
| Linear dimension (100–300 mm) | ±0.10 mm | ±0.025 mm |
| Hole diameter (reamed) | H9 | H7 |
| True position of hole pattern | ±0.10 mm | ±0.025 mm |
| Flatness over 100 mm | 0.05 mm | 0.015 mm |
| Perpendicularity | 0.10 mm | 0.020 mm |
| Surface finish, as machined | Ra 1.6 µm | Ra 0.4 µm |
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.
CNC Routing 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 Tungsten Copper part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
Finished Tungsten Copper 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 Routing Tolerances & Surface Finish
For CNC Routing, dimensional and positional tolerances around ±0.01 mm are routine, tightening toward ±0.005 mm on precision setups. Surface finish on machined faces typically falls in the Ra 0.4–1.6 µm range depending on tooling and pass strategy.
Exact achievable figures depend on the alloy, the feature size and the part geometry. Tell us which dimensions are critical and we will advise feasibility up front.
Design Tips for CNC Routing Tungsten Copper
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Generous internal radii, sensible pocket depth-to-width ratios and avoiding very thin unsupported walls all reduce cost and improve accuracy in Tungsten Copper. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Working with Tungsten Copper
As a material, Tungsten Copper is combines tungsten strength with copper conductivity. Our setup reflects the alloy's machinability so the finished part is accurate and free of avoidable defects.
We verify the exact grade and condition before machining, and traceable mill certs are available on request. We can work to your nominated material source or specification when required.
Applications of CNC Routing Tungsten Copper
Customers order CNC Routing Tungsten Copper 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 Routing Tungsten Copper
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.
Parts We Have Run in Tungsten Copper
Three representative CNC Routing Tungsten Copper jobs, with the callouts that actually drove the process plan. Yours will differ — these are here so you can judge whether your part is in our range before you spend time on an RFQ.
Manifold block
- Material
- Tungsten Copper
- Size
- 120 × 60 × 45 mm
- Key callouts
- Cross-bore intersection ±0.05 mm, ports G1/8", leak-tested to 10 bar
- Batch
- 80 pcs
Deburred internally with a brush tool; a burr at a cross-bore is what fails the leak test.
Heat sink base
- Material
- Tungsten Copper
- Size
- 200 × 100 × 8 mm
- Key callouts
- Fin thickness 1.2 ±0.05 mm, base flatness 0.03 mm
- Batch
- 500 pcs
Fins cut with a slotting cutter in one pass to avoid the deflection a step-over leaves.
Optical mount plate
- Material
- Tungsten Copper
- Size
- 160 × 160 × 12 mm
- Key callouts
- Hole pattern true position ±0.02 mm, flatness 0.01 mm
- Batch
- 40 pcs
Roughed, stress-relieved overnight, then finished — the plate is too thin to hold flatness in one hit.
Finishing Options for Tungsten Copper
| 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 |
No drawing yet? Build one in the browser.
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 Routing Tungsten Copper
- 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 Tungsten Copper 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.
Other Metals for CNC Routing
Other Processes for Tungsten Copper
Send the drawing, the Tungsten Copper grade and the quantity. You get pricing, lead time and any DFM notes back — usually within one business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Routing on Tungsten Copper?
Machined Tungsten Copper edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
Does CNC Routing Tungsten Copper require dedicated tooling?
Most Tungsten Copper machining work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What is CNC Routing Tungsten Copper and how is it done?
CNC Routing Tungsten Copper refers to cNC routing cuts profiles and openings in sheet and plate at high feed rates with a rotating router bit. Applied to Tungsten Copper — combines tungsten strength with copper conductivity — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Why is Tungsten Copper a good choice for CNC Routing?
Tungsten Copper is combines tungsten strength with copper conductivity, which makes it well suited to CNC Routing. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Tungsten Copper machining part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
Which industries use CNC Routing Tungsten Copper parts?
CNC Routing Tungsten Copper parts are used across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor and general industrial sectors — anywhere precise Tungsten Copper components are required.