VT machining offers CNC Thread Grinding for 904L Stainless Steel (UNS N08904 / 1.4539), typically supplied annealed. Super-austenitic grade for sulfuric acid and seawater; very gummy to cut.
CNC Thread Grinding Notes for 904L Stainless Steel
Thread grinding on 904L Stainless Steel is used when lead accuracy or finish exceeds what cutting or rolling can achieve.
Process Data for CNC Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel
| Wheel (supply condition) | Aluminium oxide (white/ceramic), soft grade |
|---|---|
| Depth per pass (rough / finish) | 0.01-0.03 / 0.002-0.005 mm |
| Achievable finish | Ra 0.2-0.4 µm |
| Typical size tolerance | Thread class 4h / lead ±0.003 mm per 25 mm |
Typical values for 904L Stainless Steel, Annealed; confirmed on the first part.
Full material data for 904L Stainless Steel (UNS N08904 / 1.4539) is on the CNC Surface Grinding 904L Stainless Steel page.
More on CNC Thread Grinding Stainless Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc thread grinding guidance for all stainless steel grades are on our CNC Thread Grinding Stainless Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 904L Stainless Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Can VT machining make custom 904L Stainless Steel parts to my drawing?
Yes. 904L Stainless 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 surface finish is achievable on 904L Stainless Steel with CNC Thread Grinding?
Grinding can take 904L Stainless Steel to a fine finish — typically Ra 0.1–0.4 µm, and to a mirror grade on suitable alloys.
Why is 904L Stainless Steel a good choice for CNC Thread Grinding?
904L Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic, which makes it well suited to CNC Thread Grinding. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 904L Stainless Steel grinding part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What is CNC Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel and how is it done?
CNC Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel refers to thread grinding produces precise, high-finish threads on hardened parts and lead screws. Applied to 904L Stainless Steel — corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Does CNC Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 904L Stainless Steel grinding 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 Thread Grinding 904L Stainless Steel?
CNC Thread Grinding prototypes for 904L Stainless 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.