Steel Machining Chandler, AZ
Steel machining Chandler, AZ. Steel is among the most commonly used metals for machining in Chandler, AZ, throughout the country, and around the world. Things are no different at Roberson Machine Company, as we produce components, products, and tools for every industry out there. CNC steel machined parts are among the most popular for custom made components and prototypes among our large network of industry-leading customers.
Steel is not so straightforward to work with, because of its exceptionally high levels of hardness and tensile strength. Machining steel calls for a thorough understanding of the techniques that work well on this material, and the various kinds of steel that work more effectively on a diverse set of CNC machined parts and components. Your business in Chandler, AZ needs the experts at Roberson Machine Company.
Give us a call right now at 573-646-3996 or reach out to us online and get a free quote for your next CNC steel machining project in Chandler, AZ.
What Kinds of Steel are Used in the Roberson Machine Company Chandler, AZ CNC Machining Process?
Steel is exceptional in the sense that it is extremely versatile, as it can be transformed into a wide range of dimensions and forms for Chandler, AZ parts. As an alloy formed from several elements, steel has a broad range of applications that differ depending on the type of steel being employed. One of the primary factors to contemplate when machining steel is that it is inherently strong, even at the highest temperatures. The 4 pivotal kinds of steel used at Roberson Machine Company are:
- Carbon Steel
- Automotive body panels
- Bolts
- Fixtures
- Seamless tubes
- Steel plates
- Stainless Steel
- Nickel
- Carbon
- Manganese
- Molybdenum
- Nitrogen
- Sulfur
- Copper
- Silicon
- Alloy Steel
- Pipes
- Tubes
- Plates
- Sheets
- Coils
- Bars
- Rods
- Wires
- Forged fittings
- Buttweld fittings
- Flanges
- Fasteners
- Tool Steel
Accounting for the vast majority of steel applications in Chandler, AZ and throughout the country, carbon steels are a series of alloys of carbon and iron containing a range of 0.12 to 2 percent carbon, with elements added in specific quantities for detoxification and residual quantities of other elements. The higher the carbon content, the more firm the steel is – resisting abrasion and retaining shape. Low carbon steels are more common, though because of greater ductility, lower production costs, and ease of use throughout our manufacturing processes. They are frequently utilized in:
Stainless steel sees a variety of applications across industrial and consumer sectors, likely because of its eye-catching appearance, immense strength, and outstanding resistance to corrosion. Stainless steel is used in a variety of parts and products, from aerospace and automotive parts to sculptures and bridges to kitchen sinks and cutlery. While stainless must have at least 10.5% chromium, the exact ratios and components will differ depending on the application near Chandler, AZ. The following additives are common:
An alloy steel is a type of steel that has more than one element. By alloying elements you can boost wear resistance, hardness, and overall strength, producing a more robust and substantive steel. The alloying elements added to the base iron and carbon typically total no more than 5% of the alloy steel’s material composition. Steel alloys can be morphed into a variety of shapes for a wide range of components for Chandler, AZ projects, such as:
Tool steels are manufactured under precisely controlled conditions with carbon content between 0.7% and 1.5% and low manganese content to minimize the possibility of cracking during water quenching. Proper heat treating of these steels is vital for reaching optimal performance. Our most commonly used steel is W-type, due to its low costs. Tool steels are utilized in the cutting, forming, shearing, and stamping of metals and plastics; the extrusion of plastic components, like pipes and vinyl window frames; and the production of dies for pressing metal powder into specific forms.
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In addition to steel machining for businesses in Chandler, AZ and throughout the country, Roberson Machine Company also provides Chandler, AZ customers with:
- CNC Milling Aluminum
- Plastic Parts Manufacturer
- Precision Manufacturing
- Aerospace Machining
- Machined Plastic Parts
- CNC Companies
- Aluminum Fabrication
- Machined Parts
- Machine Shop
Roberson Machine Company Provides Chandler, AZ Customers With Surface Finishes and Post-Processing Options for CNC Steel Machined Parts
For more than 20 years, Roberson Machine Company has been providing customers in Chandler, AZ with value added services – including surface finishes and post-processing options. These services aim to enhance the functionality and the look of your parts or products. For steel parts, the following are some of our most popular value added services:
- Powder Coating – Our powder coat finish basically involves depositing dry powder on the surface of steel. The finish is fairly thin, typically between 0.15 and 0.3 millimeters, although it does improve the part’s corrosion resistance.
- Bead Blasting – A bead blast finish removes cosmetic defects like unnecessary textures and contaminants, cleans corroded metal, as well as prepares a steel component for paint and/or other coating.
- Passivation – This is the process of protecting or coating a metal in order to decrease the chemical reactivity of its surface. In stainless steel, passivation means removing the free iron from the surface of the metal via an acid solution to avoid rust. The process also:
- Removes surface contamination
- Diminishes the risk of product corruption
- Allows you to extend system maintenance intervals
- Black oxide – Also called blackening, a black oxide surface finish involves immersing machined steel parts into an alkaline solution. The solution then transforms the iron on the metal’s surface into a compound known as magnetite.
- Zinc coating – A zinc coating protects steel from corrosion due to its anodic properties where it will sacrificially corrode before the underlying steel. The coatings offer good protection for steel in hostile waters, along with in intense weather. This finishing is one of the least expensive and most readily available.
Is There Anything to Worry About For My Chandler, AZ Company in Steel Machining?
With Roberson Machine Company by your side for the entirety of your CNC steel machining project, you have absolutely nothing to worry about. Give us a call now at 573-646-3996 or connect with us online. We adhere to our stringent standards when it comes to machining steel, like:
- Choosing Appropriate Tooling: While this may appear to be obvious, picking the correct tool for the job isn’t always a surefire thing. It depends on the material itself, but also on the operation at hand, the environment, and the machine. With a multitude of variables impacting tool options for your Chandler, AZ company’s project, our experienced machinists will guide you through the selections and help you pick the most effective and appropriate procedure.
- Managing Temperatures: Machining results in high temperatures at the cutting point because of steel being such a durable material. So, we reduce that in our shop with cooling agents to reduce friction and aid in chip evacuation while diminishing tool wear. The cutting data can also be optimized via our CAD and CAM software to limit heat accumulation.
- Minimizing Vibrations: The strength of steel also means that CNC machining procedures require high speeds, potentially creating increased vibration. This can significantly impact accuracy and finish, as well as damaging the tool. We constantly keep an eye on:
- Tool choice
- Excessive speeds
- Workholding
- Toolholding
- Insert geometry
- Balance
Reach Out To a Leader in Steel Machining For Chandler, AZ Companies | Roberson Machine Company
Roberson Machine Company is the shop to turn for all of your steel machining needs in Chandler, AZ. We have clients and partners in every industry, both in Chandler, AZ and across the country, who recognize our commitment to meeting or surpassing deadlines, our convenient, central location, and our low costs.
Give us a call right away at 573-646-3996 or reach out to us online so that we can get started on your company’s CNC steel machining.