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Stainless Steel and Its Applications

Stainless steel is commonly used for CNC machined components due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and strength. It resistance to rust and corrosion allows it to be suitable for marine, aerospace, and medical applications. Because of its strength, stainless steel can be machined precisely without sacrificing structural integrity, resulting in high-quality finished goods. Furthermore, its exceptional heat and chemical resistance make it suitable for components in industrial machinery and equipment that are subjected to harsh circumstances.

Stainless steel CNC machined parts serve diverse industrial needs. In aerospace, they're crucial for aircraft structures, engine parts, and interior fittings due to their strength-to-weight ratio and heat resistance. In the medical field, stainless steel is used for surgical instruments, implants, and devices for its biocompatibility and sterilization capabilities. Additionally, in automotive applications, it's employed in exhaust systems, engine components, and structural parts for durability and corrosion resistance.

Popular use stainless steel for CNC machining

316 Stainless Steel

Austenitic stainless steel is frequently used in the food processing, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries due to its exceptional corrosion resistance and weldability.

410 Stainless Steel

High strength, hardness, and wear resistance are characteristics of martensitic stainless steel (e.g., 410, 420), which is frequently used in the production of surgical instruments, tools, and bearings.

430 Stainless Steel

Ferritic stainless steel 430 is suitable for appliance use, architectural applications, and automobile trim, it offers good resistance to corrosion and high temperatures.

2205 Stainless Stee

Duplex stainless steel, or 2205, combines the advantages of ferritic and austenitic stainless steels to provide excellent strength and resistance to corrosion, making it perfect for the oil and gas and marine sectors.

17-4PH Stainless Steel

Precipitation hardening stainless steel, such as 17-4 PH, is commonly used in high-performance, aerospace, and defense applications due to its superior strength, hardness, and corrosion resistance.

Benefits of stainless steel for CNC machined parts

Corrosion resistance

Perfect for maritime components including boat fittings and offshore structures due to its resistance to rust and corrosion.

Strength and durability

Due to its high strength, it is good for manufacturing structural parts in the automobile and aerospace industries. For example, because of its durability, 304 steel is utilized in engines and aircraft.

Machinability

Precision is made possible by stainless steel's machinability in a variety of sectors. For example, 17-4 PH is essential in aerospace for complex elements such as missile components.

Heat resistance

Stainless steel retains strength in high temperatures, ideal for automotive and aerospace exhaust systems. Grade 321 is favored for its heat resistance.

Aesthetic appeal

Stainless steel's smooth, glossy look makes it more suitable for applications that call for an eye-catching finish, giving the finished product a hint of sophistication and elegance.

Available surface finishes of cnc machined parts

For CNC machined parts, LUSHI provides a variety of surface treatments, such as polished, smooth surfaces, textured finishes for aesthetics or grip, and custom treatments made to fit particular application requirements.

As Machined

Without further polishing or smoothing treatments, the surface finishing of as machined items usually shows tool marks and roughness straight out of the machining process.

Anodizing

Metals are improved by anodizing by forming a coating of protective oxide. It increases durability, resistance to corrosion, and offers a variety of color choices for aesthetic purposes.

Alodine Coating

Alodine coating, sometimes referred to as chromate conversion coating, improves paint adhesion and offers corrosion protection for aluminum surfaces, extending their lifespan.

Black Oxide

Through a chemical conversion process, a black oxide layer is formed on metal surfaces to provide corrosion resistance and a decorative black look. This technique is known as black oxide surface finishing.

Passivation

By the chemical process of passivation, contaminants are removed from the surface of stainless steel, increasing its resistance to corrosion and creating a layer of protective oxide.

Electroplating

By using an electrolytic technique to deposit a coating of metal onto a substrate, electroplating improves surface characteristics like conductivity, appearance, and resistance to corrosion.

Powder Coating

A dry powder is applied electrostatically to a surface via powder coating, which produces a heat-cured, aesthetically pleasing, and long-lasting finish with a range of color possibilities.

Tumbling

In order to smooth surfaces and get rid of burrs, pieces or materials are tumbled in a vibratory tub or revolving barrel filled with abrasives or polishing media.

Polishing

Polishing is a surface finishing technique that produces a bright, reflecting finish by smoothing and improving the appearance of a surface using abrasive materials.

Stainless Steel CNC Machining Service

CNC Materials Stainless Steel and Its Applications