Machining DataSheet for

General Information:
Material GroupS - Superalloys (Heat resistant and Titanium)
Sub-GroupSuperalloy
Hardness80.0 HRB
Tensile Strength510 [N/mm^2]
Machinability Range15% - 45%

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Equivalent International Designations for Material Incoloy 825

Standard Name
saeASME SB163
wnr2.4858
dinNiCr21Mo
unsUNS N08825
bs3072.76
anforNC21FeDU

Chemical Composition for Material Incoloy 825

Element Amount
Nickel (Ni)42%
Iron (Fe)29.5%
Chromium (Cr)21.5%
Tungsten (W)3%
Titanium (Ti)0.9%
Manganese (Mn)0.65%
Silicon (Si)0.5%
Aluminum (Al)0.2%
Carbon (C)0.03%

Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Heat resistant Ni or Co Based

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ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)
Turning60-180200-590
Milling45-135150-440
Parting40-115130-380
Grooving55-160180-520
Drilling55-160180-520

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 Incoloy 825

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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 Incoloy 825

Honing Size:0.02-0.05 mm / 0.001-0.002"
Rake Angle:13° -18°
Land Angle:Neutral
Land Width:0.10-0.20 mm / 0.004-0.008"
Ground Insert:Recommended

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