VT machining offers CNC Turning for 1008 Steel (UNS G10080 / DC01-type), typically supplied cold-rolled. Very low carbon; excellent for deep drawing and bending, gummy to machine.
CNC Turning Notes for 1008 Steel
1008 Steel turns with good chip control at standard cutting data.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 1008 Steel weighs about 0.79 kg.
Starting Parameters for CNC Turning 1008 Steel
| Cutting speed (carbide) | 155-275 m/min |
|---|---|
| Feed | 0.1-0.35 mm/rev |
| Spindle speed, Ø25 mm bar | 1970-3500 rpm |
| Insert / tool class | ISO P — CVD-coated carbide |
| Coolant | Emulsion (5-8%); dry is possible for interrupted cuts |
Starting values for 1008 Steel, Cold-rolled; optimised on the first article.
1008 Steel Data Relevant to CNC Turning
| Equivalent designations | UNS G10080 / DC01-type |
|---|---|
| Key composition | C ≤0.10% |
| Typical supply condition | Cold-rolled |
| Hardness (typical) | ~50-60 HRB |
| Machinability rating | 55% (AISI B1112 = 100%) |
Typical values; we work to your drawing and mill certificate.
How 1008 Steel Differs
Very low carbon; excellent for deep drawing and bending, gummy to machine.
Typical applications: Stampings, deep-drawn parts, panels.
1008 Steel vs Similar Grades
| 1008 Steel | A36 Steel | 1010 Steel | 1018 Steel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key composition | C ≤0.10% | C ≤0.26%, Mn ~0.8-1.2% | C 0.08-0.13% | C 0.15-0.20%, Mn 0.6-0.9% |
| Hardness | ~50-60 HRB | ~67-83 HRB | ~55-65 HRB | ~71 HRB |
| Tensile (MPa) | ~300-340 | 400-550 | ~330-365 | ~440 |
| Machinability % | 55 | 72 | 55 | 78 |
| Typical use | Stampings, deep-drawn parts, panels | Base plates, brackets, frames, weldments | Formed parts, rivets, cold-headed parts | Shafts, pins, spacers, fixtures |
More on CNC Turning Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc turning guidance for all steel grades are on our CNC Turning Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Turning 1008 Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 1008 Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied cold-rolled), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What is CNC Turning 1008 Steel and how is it done?
CNC Turning 1008 Steel refers to cNC turning rotates the workpiece against a single-point tool to produce cylindrical features, threads and grooves. Applied to 1008 Steel — strong, economical and widely available — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.
Does CNC Turning 1008 Steel require dedicated tooling?
Most 1008 Steel turning work uses standard cutting tools and CNC programs; dedicated fixtures are made only when geometry or volume requires them.
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Turning 1008 Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 1008 Steel turning depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Turning holds diameter tolerances to around ±0.005 mm with concentricity within 0.01 mm. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Turning on 1008 Steel?
Machined 1008 Steel edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.
Why is 1008 Steel a good choice for CNC Turning?
1008 Steel is strong, economical and widely available, which makes it well suited to CNC Turning. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 1008 Steel turning part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
What surface finish is achievable on 1008 Steel with CNC Turning?
Surface finish on 1008 Steel is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.