CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel from VT machining delivers precision M2 High Speed Steel parts made to your exact drawing. Surface grinding produces flat, parallel faces with fine finish using a horizontal abrasive wheel, with parameters tuned to M2 High Speed Steel, which is red-hard and highly wear-resistant.
CNC Surface Grinding Capability for M2 High Speed Steel
- High red-hardness
- Excellent wear resistance
- Hardenable to 62–67 HRC
- Used for cutting tools
M2 High Speed 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 M2 High Speed Steel with CNC Surface Grinding
M2 High Speed Steel behaves predictably under CNC Surface Grinding once parameters are dialled in: machinability is difficult; rigid setups and carbide tooling required, and we tune the operation accordingly.
We hold reference parameters for this grade, so repeat orders of M2 High Speed Steel run consistently from one batch to the next.
Achievable Tolerances for CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel
| Feature | Standard | Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Size (OD, ID, thickness) | ±0.005 mm | ±0.002 mm |
| Flatness over 100 mm | 0.010 mm | 0.003 mm |
| Parallelism | 0.010 mm | 0.003 mm |
| Roundness | 0.005 mm | 0.002 mm |
| Squareness | 0.010 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Surface finish | Ra 0.4 µm | Ra 0.1 µm |
| Workpiece hardness | up to 62 HRC | up to 65 HRC |
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
Finished M2 High Speed 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.
CNC Surface Grinding 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 M2 High Speed Steel part to print. Inspection reports, material certificates and first-article documentation can be supplied on request.
CNC Surface Grinding Tolerances & Surface Finish
Ground M2 High Speed Steel reaches single-micron tolerances on size, flatness and parallelism, with surface finishes down to Ra 0.1–0.4 µm — and a near-mirror finish on suitable alloys.
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.
Design Tips for CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel
We are happy to suggest design tweaks that improve manufacturability. Allowing adequate grind stock, specifying realistic flatness over the true datum, and relieving corners help us hit tight tolerances on M2 High Speed Steel efficiently. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.
Why M2 High Speed Steel?
M2 High Speed Steel is chosen when a part needs what this grade offers — it is red-hard and highly wear-resistant. We confirm the grade and any temper or heat-treat condition with you before machining.
Applications of CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel
Customers order CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed 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 Surface Grinding M2 High Speed 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 M2 High Speed 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 Surface Grinding M2 High Speed 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 M2 High Speed 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.
M2 High Speed Steel in Other Processes
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Send the drawing, the M2 High Speed Steel condition and the quantity — pricing and lead time come back the same or next business day.
Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What surface finish is achievable on M2 High Speed Steel with CNC Surface Grinding?
Grinding can take M2 High Speed Steel to a fine finish — typically Ra 0.1–0.4 µm, and to a mirror grade on suitable alloys.
Can VT machining make custom M2 High Speed Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. M2 High Speed Steel M2 High Speed Steel 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.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel?
CNC Surface Grinding prototypes for M2 High Speed 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 material thickness or size range suits CNC Surface Grinding M2 High Speed Steel?
We machine M2 High Speed Steel across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Surface Grinding on M2 High Speed Steel?
Machined M2 High Speed Steel edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.