Machining DataSheet for

General Information:
Material GroupM - Stainless Steel
Sub-GroupAustenitic Stainless Steel
Tensile Strength460-680 [N/mm^2]
Machinability Range35% - 45%

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Equivalent International Designations for Stainless Steel 304 L

Standard Name
sae304L
wnr1.4306
bs304S11
ss2352
anforZ2CN1810
uniX2CrNi18 11

Chemical Composition for Stainless Steel 304 L

Element Amount
Chromium (Cr)19%
Nickel (Ni)10%
Manganese (Mn)1.00%
Silicon (Si)0.50%
Carbon (C)0.02%
Phosphorus (P)0.02%
Sulfur (S)0.02%

Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Stainless steel - Austenitic

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ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)
Turning155-195510-640
Milling95-125310-410
Parting60-80200-260
Grooving90-120300-390
Drilling45-55150-180

Important! The speed estimation is given for an ideal situation:

  • Most suitable carbide grade
  • Stable tool clamping
  • Stable workpiece clamping
  • Good quality raw material
  • A short overhang of the cutting tool.
  • Nominal hardness of the material.
  • etc.
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Recommended Carbide Grades for Stainless Steel 304 L

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Grade for Turning

Grade for Parting Off

Grade for Grooving

Grade for Milling (Indexable)

Recommended Insert Cutting Edge Geometry for Stainless Steel 304 L

Honing Size:0.03-0.05 mm / 0.001-0.002"
Rake Angle:9° -11°
Land Angle:Positive
Land Width:0.20-0.30 mm / 0.008-0.012"

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