VT machining offers CNC Surface Grinding for 2011 Aluminum (UNS A92011 / EN AW-2011), typically supplied T3 / T8. Free-machining aluminium; produces fine broken chips, ideal for high-volume turning.
CNC Surface Grinding Notes for 2011 Aluminum
Soft 2011 Aluminum can load conventional wheels, so we use open-structure or silicon-carbide wheels and plenty of coolant.
Process Data for CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum
| Wheel (supply condition) | Silicon carbide, open structure |
|---|---|
| Depth per pass (rough / finish) | 0.02-0.05 / 0.002-0.005 mm |
| Achievable finish | Ra 0.4-0.8 µm (soft metals load the wheel) |
| Typical size tolerance | Flatness 0.002-0.005 mm, thickness ±0.002 mm |
| Thermal growth, 200 mm part, +2 °C | 9.4 µm (CTE 23.4 µm/m·K) |
Typical values for 2011 Aluminum, T3 / T8; confirmed on the first part.
2011 Aluminum Data Relevant to CNC Surface Grinding
| Equivalent designations | UNS A92011 / EN AW-2011 |
|---|---|
| Typical supply condition | T3 / T8 |
| Hardness (typical) | ~95-110 HB |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
More on CNC Surface Grinding Aluminum
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc surface grinding guidance for all aluminum grades are on our CNC Surface Grinding Aluminum page.
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Quoting CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 2011 Aluminum and its condition (we usually see it supplied T3 / T8), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What material thickness or size range suits CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum?
We machine 2011 Aluminum across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
Can VT machining make custom 2011 Aluminum parts to my drawing?
Yes. 2011 Aluminum grinding 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 2011 Aluminum a good choice for CNC Surface Grinding?
2011 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability, which makes it well suited to CNC Surface Grinding. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 2011 Aluminum grinding part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum and how is it done?
CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum refers to surface grinding produces flat, parallel faces with fine finish using a horizontal abrasive wheel. Applied to 2011 Aluminum — lightweight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Surface Grinding 2011 Aluminum?
Achievable tolerances for 2011 Aluminum grinding depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Grinding routinely holds single-micron tolerances on diameter, flatness and parallelism. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.