VT machining offers CNC Swiss Machining for H13 Tool Steel (UNS T20813 / 1.2344 / SKD61), typically supplied annealed or hardened. Hot-work steel with thermal-fatigue resistance.
CNC Swiss Machining Notes for H13 Tool Steel
H13 Tool Steel is well suited to Swiss-type turning for small, long parts in volume, with short cycle times from bar.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of H13 Tool Steel weighs about 0.78 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Swiss Machining H13 Tool Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 115-205 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed | 0.08-0.25 mm/rev |
| Spindle speed, Ø8 mm bar | 4580-8160 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion; neat oil for tapping |
| Length-to-diameter capability | up to ~20:1 |
Starting values for H13 Tool Steel, Annealed or hardened; optimised on the first article.
Full material data for H13 Tool Steel (UNS T20813 / 1.2344 / SKD61) is on the CNC Turning H13 Tool Steel page.
More on CNC Swiss Machining Alloy Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc swiss machining guidance for all alloy steel grades are on our CNC Swiss Machining Alloy Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Swiss Machining H13 Tool Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm H13 Tool Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed or hardened), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom H13 Tool Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. H13 Tool Steel turning 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 surface finish is achievable on H13 Tool Steel with CNC Swiss Machining?
Surface finish on H13 Tool Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.
Does CNC Swiss Machining H13 Tool Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most H13 Tool Steel turning work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Swiss Machining H13 Tool Steel?
CNC Swiss Machining prototypes for H13 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.
Why is H13 Tool Steel a good choice for CNC Swiss Machining?
H13 Tool Steel is wear-resistant and hardenable for tooling, which makes it well suited to CNC Swiss Machining. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished H13 Tool Steel turning part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.