VT machining provides CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel for customers who need accurate, repeatable SKD11 Tool Steel components. The machinability of SKD11 Tool Steel is machined in the annealed state, then hardened; carbide tooling preferred, so we set the operation up specifically for this grade.
CNC Saw Cutting Capability for SKD11 Tool Steel
- Air/oil/water-hardening grades
- High wear resistance
- Hardenable to 58–64 HRC
- Tolerance to ±0.005 mm
SKD11 Tool Steel Material Data
| Density | 14.5 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 2000–3500 (TRS) MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | — |
| Hardness | 88–93 HRA / 1300–1800 HV |
| Melting point | 2870 (WC) °C |
| Thermal conductivity | 70–100 W/m·K |
| Thermal expansion | 5.0 ×10⁻⁶/K |
| Electrical conductivity | 10% |
| Machinability (C36000 = 100%) | grind / EDM only |
| Grades we run | YG6, YG8, YG15 (K10–K30), D2, H13, M2, SKD11 |
Published typical values for WC-Co (YG8 / K20). Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.
Everything is done by grinding, wire EDM or sinker EDM. Design in a small corner radius wherever possible — a true sharp internal corner doubles the EDM time.
Machining SKD11 Tool Steel with CNC Saw Cutting
SKD11 Tool Steel behaves predictably under CNC Saw Cutting once parameters are dialled in: machinability is machined in the annealed state, then hardened; carbide tooling preferred, and we tune the operation accordingly.
We hold reference parameters for this grade, so repeat orders of SKD11 Tool Steel run consistently from one batch to the next.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool 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.
CNC Saw Cutting Tolerances & Surface Finish
Formed SKD11 Tool Steel holds bend angles to about ±0.5° and consistent flange dimensions, with bend allowance compensated for the material and thickness.
Final tolerances are governed by the material's behaviour, wall thickness and overall stiffness. We give honest DFM feedback if a callout would be costly or better achieved another way.
Why SKD11 Tool Steel?
SKD11 Tool Steel is chosen when a part needs what this grade offers — it is wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling. We confirm the grade and any temper or heat-treat condition with you before machining.
Secondary Operations & Finishing
Finished SKD11 Tool Steel 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.
Design Tips for CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel
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 SKD11 Tool Steel. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
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 SKD11 Tool Steel part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
Applications of CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel
Customers order CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel 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 SKD11 Tool Steel
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.
Finishing Options for SKD11 Tool Steel
| 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 |
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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 SKD11 Tool 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 SKD11 Tool 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.
SKD11 Tool Steel in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the SKD11 Tool 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 Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel?
CNC Saw Cutting prototypes for SKD11 Tool 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.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Saw Cutting on SKD11 Tool Steel?
Machined SKD11 Tool Steel edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
What surface finish is achievable on SKD11 Tool Steel with CNC Saw Cutting?
Surface finish on SKD11 Tool Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel?
We form SKD11 Tool Steel sheet and plate to your developed flat pattern and bend sequence.
What is CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel and how is it done?
CNC Saw Cutting SKD11 Tool Steel refers to cNC saw cutting sections bar, tube and plate to precise length for downstream machining. Applied to SKD11 Tool Steel — wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.