CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper is a core capability at VT machining. We combine controlled forming with material-aware setup for Beryllium Copper — an alloy that is high strength with good conductivity and fatigue life — to produce parts that meet your specification first time.
CNC Saw Cutting Capability for Beryllium Copper
- Length tolerance ±0.2 mm
- Bar, tube & plate
- Bundle cutting
- Square-cut faces
Beryllium Copper Material Data
| Density | 8.25 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 1140–1380 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | 1000–1200 MPa |
| Hardness | 36–42 HRC |
| Melting point | 866–980 °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 105–130 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 17.8 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 22% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | 20–35% |
| Grades we run | C17200, C17300, C17510 (high conductivity), C17410 |
Published typical values for C17200 (TH04/AT). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Machined in the solution-annealed state and age-hardened afterwards, which shrinks the part by roughly 0.1–0.2%. That shrink is compensated in the program.
How CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper Works
The Beryllium Copper blank is bent or formed against tooling under CNC-controlled ram travel and back-gauge positioning. Bend allowance and springback are compensated in the program so finished angles hit the print.
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 Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper
| 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.
CNC Saw Cutting 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 Beryllium Copper part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
Working with Beryllium Copper
As a material, Beryllium Copper is high strength with good conductivity and fatigue life. 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.
Design Tips for CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Consistent bend radii, adequate flange lengths and grain-direction awareness reduce cracking and springback in formed Beryllium Copper. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
CNC Saw Cutting Tolerances & Surface Finish
Formed Beryllium Copper holds bend angles to about ±0.5° and consistent flange dimensions, with bend allowance compensated for the material and thickness.
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.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
Finished Beryllium 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.
Applications of CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper
Customers order CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium 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 Saw Cutting Beryllium 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 Beryllium Copper
Three representative CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium 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.
Sheet-metal enclosure
- Material
- Beryllium Copper
- Size
- 300 × 200 × 120 mm
- Key callouts
- Bend angle ±0.5°, diagonal ±0.5 mm
- Batch
- 400 pcs
Bend sequence chosen so no flange collides with the tool on the last hit.
Chassis with countersinks
- Material
- Beryllium Copper
- Size
- 450 × 300 × 2 mm
- Key callouts
- Countersink depth ±0.1 mm, 6 bends
- Batch
- 700 pcs
Countersinks formed before bending while the sheet is still flat and supported.
Radiused cover
- Material
- Beryllium Copper
- Size
- R150 × 500 mm
- Key callouts
- Radius ±1 mm, no tool marks
- Batch
- 200 pcs
Bumped in 14 small steps rather than rolled, because the batch does not justify a roll set.
Finishing Options for Beryllium 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 Saw Cutting Beryllium 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 Beryllium 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 Saw Cutting
Other Processes for Beryllium Copper
Send the drawing, the Beryllium 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
Does CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper require dedicated tooling?
Most Beryllium Copper forming work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
Can VT machining make custom Beryllium Copper parts to my drawing?
Yes. Beryllium Copper Beryllium Copper forming 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 Beryllium Copper a good choice for CNC Saw Cutting?
Beryllium Copper is high strength with good conductivity and fatigue life, which makes it well suited to CNC Saw Cutting. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished Beryllium Copper forming part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What surface finish is achievable on Beryllium Copper with CNC Saw Cutting?
Surface finish on Beryllium Copper is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Saw Cutting Beryllium Copper?
CNC Saw Cutting prototypes for Beryllium Copper can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.