Machining DataSheet for

General Information:
Material GroupP - Steel
Sub-GroupLow Carbon Steel
Tensile Strength790 [N/mm^2]
Machinability Range65% - 80%

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Equivalent International Designations for Steel A573

Standard Name
saeA573Gr.70/ A611Gr.D
wnr1.0144
dinFe430D1 (St44-3)
bsFe430D1FF/4360-43C;43D
ss1411/1412/1414
anforE28-3/E28-4
uniFe430B/Fe430C(FN)/ Fe430D(FF)
unfAE275D/Fe430D1FF
js1SM400A;B;C

Chemical Composition for Steel A573

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Cutting Speeds Recomendations for Non-alloyed steel 0.1-0.25% Carbon

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ApplicationVc (m/min)Vc (SFM)
Turning285-350930-1150
Milling175-220570-720
Parting135-170440-560
Grooving160-195520-640
Drilling115-140380-460

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 Steel A573

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Grade for Turning

Grade for Parting Off

Grade for Grooving

Grade for Milling (Indexable)

Recommended Insert Cutting Edge Geometry for Steel A573

Honing Size:0.05-0.08 mm / 0.002-0.003"
Rake Angle:11° -13°
Land Angle:Positive
Land Width:0.20-0.30 mm / 0.008-0.012"

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