Steel Machining Tampa, FL
Steel machining Tampa, FL. Steel is among the most commonly used metals for machining in Tampa, FL, across the country, and around the world. Things are no different at Roberson Machine Company, where we create parts, products, and equipment for every industry out there. CNC steel machined parts are one of the most popular for custom made components and prototypes among our large network of industry-leading clients.
Steel is not so straightforward to work with, due to its high levels of hardness and tensile strength. Machining steel calls for a complete understanding of the processes that work well on this material, and the various types of steel that work more effectively on a diverse set of CNC machined parts and components. Your Tampa, FL company needs the skilled professionals at Roberson Machine Company.
Call us right away at 573-646-3996 or contact us online and get a free quote for your company’s next CNC steel machining project in Tampa, FL.
What Kinds of Steel are Used in the Roberson Machine Company Tampa, FL CNC Machining Process?
Steel is exceptional in the sense that it is extremely versatile, as it can be transformed into a variety of dimensions and forms for Tampa, FL parts. As an alloy made up of numerous elements, steel has a vast selection of applications that vary depending on the type of steel being used. One of the key aspects to contemplate when machining steel is that it’s naturally strong, even at high temperatures. The 4 primary kinds of steel found 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 near Tampa, FL and throughout the country, carbon steels are made up of a series of alloys of carbon and iron containing a range of 0.12 to 2 percent carbon, with additional elements in specific quantities for detoxification and residual quantities of other elements. The greater the carbon content, the more firm the steel is – resisting deformities and retaining shape. Yet, low carbon steels are more common, likely due to greater ductility, lower production costs, and ease of use throughout our manufacturing processes. Carbon steels are often used in:
Due to its excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, and attractive appearance, stainless steel sees a wide range of uses across consumer and industrial sectors. Stainless steel is used in a wide array of parts and products, from automotive and aerospace components to sculptures and bridges to kitchen applications and cutlery. While stainless must have at least 10.5% chromium, the precise makeup and ratios will vary depending on the application near Tampa, FL. 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 strength, hardness, and wear resistance, establishing a more robust and substantive steel. The additional elements on top of the base iron and carbon typically total no more than 5% of the alloy steel’s material composition. Steel alloys can be fabricated into various shapes for a wide range of parts for Tampa, FL projects, such as:
Tool steels are produced under meticulously controlled conditions with carbon content between 0.7% and 1.5% and low manganese content to minimize the chance of cracking during water quenching. Proper heat treating of these steels is important for performance. W-type is our most commonly used tool steel because of its low costs. Tool steels are used in the cutting, forming, shearing, and stamping of metals and plastics; the extrusion of plastic parts, such as pipes and vinyl window frames; and the production of dies for pressing metal powder into custom forms.
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In addition to steel machining for companies in Tampa, FL and across the country, Roberson Machine Company also provides Tampa, FL customers with:
- CNC Milling Aluminum
- Plastic Parts Manufacturer
- Precision Manufacturing
- Aerospace Machining
- Machined Plastic Parts
- CNC Companies
- Aluminum Fabrication
- Machined Parts
- Machine Shop
Surface Finishes and Post-Processing Options for Tampa, FL CNC Steel Machined Parts at Roberson Machine Company
For over 20 years, Roberson Machine Company has been providing Tampa, FL customers with value added services – including surface finishes and post-processing options. They aim to improve the functionality and the look of your parts and components. For steel parts, these are some of our most popular finishes:
- Powder Coating – Fundamentally, our powder coat finishes involves depositing dry powder on the steel’s surface. The finish is relatively thin, typically between 0.15 and 0.3 millimeters, although it does enhance the part’s corrosion resistance.
- Bead Blasting – A bead blast finish removes cosmetic defects like unnecessary textures and contaminants, cleans corroded metal, and readies a steel part for paint and/or other coating.
- Passivation – This is the process of treating or coating a metal in order to reduce the chemical reactivity of its surface. In stainless steel, passivation occurs by removing the free iron from the surface of the metal using an acid solution to prevent rust. The process also:
- Removes surface contamination
- Lessens the risk of product contamination
- Allows you to extend system maintenance intervals
- Black oxide – Also called blackening, a black oxide surface finish involves dipping 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 safeguards steel from corrosion due to its anodic properties where it will sacrificially corrode prior to the underlying steel. The coatings provide good protection for steel in harsh waters, as well as amidst intense weather. This finishing is one of the most affordable and most readily available.
Is There Anything to Be Concerned With Regarding Steel Machining For My Company in Tampa, FL?
With Roberson Machine Company on your side throughout your CNC steel machining project, you have absolutely nothing to worry about. Call us right now at 573-646-3996 or reach out to us online. We abide by our stringent standards when it comes to machining steel, like:
- Choosing Appropriate Tooling: While this may seem straightforward, choosing the best tool for the job isn’t always evident. It depends on the material itself, but also on the machine, the environment, and the operation at hand. With so many variables influencing tool options for your Tampa, FL project, our well-informed machinists will guide you through the options and help you pick the most effective and suitable procedure.
- Managing Temperatures: Machining results in increased temperatures at the cutting point due to steel being such a solid material. So, we minimize that in our shop with cooling agents to decrease friction and assist in chip evacuation while diminishing tool wear. The cutting data can also be adjusted via our CAD and CAM software to minimize heat generation.
- Minimizing Vibrations: The strength of steel also means that CNC machining procedures require high speeds, potentially creating excessive vibration. This can significantly impact accuracy and finish, as well as harming the tool. We constantly monitor:
- Tool choice
- Excessive speeds
- Workholding
- Toolholding
- Insert geometry
- Balance
Reach Out To a Leader in Steel Machining For Companies in Tampa, FL | Roberson Machine Company
Roberson Machine Company is the place to turn for all of your steel machining needs in Tampa, FL. We have clients and partners in every industry, both in Tampa, FL and across the country, who appreciate our commitment to meeting or exceeding deadlines, our central location, and our low costs.
Give us a call right away at 573-646-3996 or contact us online so we can get started on your CNC steel machining.