Machining DataSheet for

General Information:
Material GroupM - Stainless Steel
Sub-GroupDuplex Stainless Steel
Tensile Strength1000 [N/mm^2]
Machinability28%

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Equivalent International Designations for Material Duplex 1803 (F51)

Standard Name
saeASTM A182 Grade F51
unsUNS S31803

Chemical Composition for Material Duplex 1803 (F51)

Element Amount
Iron (Fe)68.9%
Chromium (Cr)22%
Nickel (Ni)5.8%
Molybdenum (Mo)3.3%

Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Material Duplex 1803 (F51)

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ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)
Turning105-140340-460
Milling65-90210-300
Parting40-55130-180
Grooving60-85200-280
Drilling30-40100-130

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 Material Duplex 1803 (F51)

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Grade for Turning

Grade for Parting Off

Grade for Grooving

Grade for Milling (Indexable)

Recommended Insert Cutting Edge Geometry for Material Duplex 1803 (F51)

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"

Learn more about carbide inserts Cutting-Edge Geometry Parameters.

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