VT machining provides CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel for customers who need accurate, repeatable 304 Stainless Steel components. The machinability of 304 Stainless Steel is moderate; work-hardens, so positive-rake tooling and steady feeds are used to avoid glazing, so we set the operation up specifically for this grade.
CNC Saw Cutting Capability for 304 Stainless Steel
- Austenitic/martensitic grades
- Corrosion resistant
- Tolerance to ±0.01 mm
- Typical hardness 70–200 HB (annealed)
304 Stainless Steel Material Data
| Density | 8.00 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 515 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 205 MPa |
| Hardness | 170 HB |
| Melting point | 1400–1450 °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 16.2 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 17.3 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 2.4% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | 45% |
| Grades we run | 303, 304/304L, 316/316L, 321, 410, 416, 420, 17-4PH, 2205 duplex |
Published typical values for 304. Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
It work-hardens the moment a tool dwells. Constant feed and positive-rake tooling; a rubbing pass leaves a glazed skin the next tool cannot get through.
Machining 304 Stainless Steel with CNC Saw Cutting
The machinability of 304 Stainless Steel is moderate; work-hardens, so positive-rake tooling and steady feeds are used to avoid glazing. For CNC Saw Cutting we select tooling, feeds, speeds and coolant to match, keeping the 304 Stainless Steel workpiece stable and the result accurate.
Because we machine 304 Stainless Steel regularly, proven settings shorten setup and keep quality repeatable across reorders.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Bend angle | ±1.0° | ±0.5° |
| Flange length | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Hole-to-bend distance | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Minimum inside radius | 1.0 × thickness | 0.8 × thickness |
| Minimum flange height | 4 × thickness + radius | 3 × thickness + radius |
| Bend-to-bend spacing | ±0.30 mm | ±0.15 mm |
| Sheet thickness range | 0.5–8.0 mm | 0.5–4.0 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.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
We complete 304 Stainless Steel components with the secondary steps your drawing calls for. We arrange heat treatment, surface treatment, marking and assembly as needed. Tell us the final spec and we will plan the full route so parts arrive ready to use.
Why 304 Stainless Steel?
Specifying 304 Stainless Steel for CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel is usually about its properties: corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic. Tell us the condition you need and we machine to it.
CNC Saw Cutting Quality & Inspection
Consistent quality comes from disciplined process control. Critical dimensions on 304 Stainless Steel parts are checked in-process and verified at final inspection using calibrated instruments and, where required, CMM measurement. Full documentation — dimensional reports, mill certs, FAIR — is available when your programme needs it.
CNC Saw Cutting Tolerances & Surface Finish
Formed 304 Stainless Steel holds bend angles to about ±0.5° and consistent flange dimensions, with bend allowance compensated for the material and thickness.
The tightest tolerances are reserved for the features your drawing flags as critical. Share your tolerance scheme and we will confirm what is realistic before quoting.
Design Tips for CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel
A few design choices make a real difference to cost and quality. Consistent bend radii, adequate flange lengths and grain-direction awareness reduce cracking and springback in formed 304 Stainless Steel. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Applications of CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel
CNC Saw Cutting of 304 Stainless Steel supports parts across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor, energy and general industrial sectors. We scale from one-off prototypes to ongoing production while holding the same quality.
How to Order CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel
Ordering 304 Stainless Steel parts is straightforward. Provide the drawing, material, quantity and any certification needs. Our engineers reply — in English — with feasibility, pricing and a realistic lead time, usually within one business day.
Finishing Options for 304 Stainless Steel
| Finish | Thickness / effect | Why it gets specified |
|---|---|---|
| Citric passivation | — | ASTM A967 / AMS 2700, removes free iron |
| Electropolish | 5–25 µm removed | Ra improves by roughly half, hygienic surface |
| Brushed / grained | Ra 0.4–1.6 µm | No. 4 finish, directional |
| PVD coating | 2–5 µm | TiN, TiCN for wear surfaces |
| 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 Saw Cutting 304 Stainless 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 304 Stainless 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.
304 Stainless Steel in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the 304 Stainless Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel?
We form 304 Stainless Steel sheet and plate to your developed flat pattern and bend sequence.
Does CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 304 Stainless Steel forming 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 304 Stainless Steel with CNC Saw Cutting?
Surface finish on 304 Stainless Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Why is 304 Stainless Steel a good choice for CNC Saw Cutting?
304 Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic, which makes it well suited to CNC Saw Cutting. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 304 Stainless Steel forming part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel?
CNC Saw Cutting prototypes for 304 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.
What is CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel and how is it done?
CNC Saw Cutting 304 Stainless Steel refers to cNC saw cutting sections bar, tube and plate to precise length for downstream machining. Applied to 304 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.