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CNC Machining Services for Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool provides a wide array of CNC machining services to manufacture custom stainless parts for major industries throughout the United States. We can perform complex ultra-precision stainless steel machining services utilizing our various CNC machining centers. Our engineers use the most advanced CAD design software in the industry, which allows for successful machining on highly intricate stainless steel pieces. All of our precision-engineered parts and components are tailored to meet your exact specifications.

Custom CNC Machined Parts from Stainless Steel Materials

RAM Tool excels in producing complex, ultra-precision parts made from a range of high-quality CNC machining materials including stainless steel. Our shop has the experience and the machinery to manufacture parts made from stainless steel alloys. Primary stainless alloys that we machine with are Stainless Steel 15-5, Stainless Steel 17-4, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel 316, and Stainless Steel 420. 

RAM Tool most commonly produces custom stainless steel parts to produce medical equipment, kitchen appliances, cookware, and durable components capable of withstanding harsh outdoor environments within the energy, oil, and gas industry.

RAM Tool provides several CNC machining services that can be applied to stainless steel alloys. Our 5-axis machining, CNC milling, CNC boring, CNC grinding, EDM, and additional custom metal fabricating services are powered by the most advanced technology and software in the industry. We take pride in manufacturing some of the most complex and intricate components in-house from start to finish.

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Types of Stainless Steel Alloys

Custom Machined 15-5 Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool is a machine shop based in Wisconsin that offers high-precision CNC machining services for 15-5 Stainless Steel parts. We can readily produce intricate medical instruments, kitchen appliances, cookware, and more durable parts made from 15-5 Stainless Steel alloy.

15-5 Stainless Steel is a precipitation-hardening martensitic stainless steel known for its high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good mechanical properties at elevated temperatures. 15-5 Stainless Steel is widely used in aerospace, chemical, petrochemical, and food processing industries. 15-5 Stainless Steel is ideal for components like turbine blades, fittings, fasteners, and structural parts that require both high strength and corrosion resistance.

Custom Machined 17-4 Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool offers custom 17-4 Stainless Steel CNC machined parts for major industries around the United States. We commonly produce 17-4 Stainless Steel components for companies within the aerospace, chemical, petrochemical, and food processing industries.

17-4 Stainless Steel is a precipitation-hardening martensitic stainless steel characterized by its high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good mechanical properties. This alloy contains chromium, nickel, and copper as its primary alloying elements, with the addition of niobium for enhanced precipitation hardening. 17-4 Stainless Steel is ideal for high-temperature applications. 

Custom Machined 304 Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool offers a range of CNC machining services that can be applied to 304 Stainless Steel. We primarily produce 304 Stainless Steel parts for applications that require chemical resistance.

304 Stainless Steel is an austenitic stainless steel known for its excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, and weldability. 304 stainless steel is ideal for a wide range of applications requiring durability and resistance to oxidation and corrosion. Common applications requiring 304 Stainless Steel parts are kitchen equipment, chemical containers, food and chemical processing, and architectural applications.

Custom Machined 316 Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool provides custom 316 Stainless Steel fabricating services for many industrial applications. We can readily machine parts and components made from 316 Stainless Steel alloy in-house.

316 Stainless Steel is a corrosion-resistant austenitic stainless steel alloy with exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in chloride environments. 316 Stainless Steel is often favored in food, medical, manufacturing, and construction industries. where corrosion resistance and durability are crucial.

Custom Machined 420 Stainless Steel Parts

RAM Tool CNC machines custom parts and components made from 420 Stainless Steel. We offer 420 Stainless Steel as a material for projects that require highly intricate machining of hard metals.

420 Stainless Steel is a martensitic stainless steel alloy recognized for its high hardness, good corrosion resistance, and excellent wear resistance. 420 Stainless Steel has the highest hardness of all stainless steel grades. 420 Stainless Steel is commonly used for surgical instruments, blades, scissors, needle valves, turbines, bushings, bearings, and fasteners.

Stainless Steel Alloy Properties

Stainless Steel AlloyTensile Strength, Yield (MPa)Shear Modulus (GPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)
Stainless Steel 15-5 1280 77 10 388 7.80
Stainless Steel 17-4 1379 77.4 7 419 7.80
Stainless Steel 304 215 77 70 123 8.00
Stainless Steel 316 205 74 40 187 8.03
Stainless Steel 420 345 80.7 25 195 7.80

Stainless Steel Alloy Types

Stainless Steel TypesAlloying ElementStainless Steel GradesMachinabilityCarbon ContentApplications
Austenitic Steel Chromium, Nickel 304, 316, 420 Good Low Food processing, chemical containers, architectural structures
Duplex Steel Chromium, Nickel - Moderate Low Chemical processing, oil and gas, marine engineering
Ferritic Steel Chromium - Good Low Automotive applications, appliances
Martensitic Steel Chromium - Moderate High Cutlery, medical instruments, aerospace components 
Precipitation-Hardening Steel Varies 15-5, 17-4 Difficult Moderate Aerospace applications, nuclear reactors, high-strength components

Get a Quote on Custom Stainless Steel Machined Parts & Components

Whether you need a CNC machined prototype, low-volume production runs, or high-volume orders, our skilled and experienced team employs state-of-the-art CNC machinery that will handle your project of any size. We are capable of producing stainless steel parts with precision tolerances as tight as 0.0002 inches. We can manufacture stainless steel parts ranging from a minimum of 3” x 3” x 3” (or less than 1 lb) to a maximum of 150” x 92” x 48” (or up to 44,000 lbs).

We operate entirely in-house to reduce overall cost and delivery times while guaranteeing expert handling from start to finish. With over 19 CNC machining centers and 35 overhead cranes capable of handling jobs up to 20 tons, we can handle virtually any custom metal CNC machining project from our 80,000 sq. ft. facility in Grafton, Wisconsin. 

Contact us today to learn more about our custom stainless steel CNC machining capabilities.

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CNC Services & Capabilities for Stainless Steel

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Stainless Steel Machining Services for Your Industry

RAM Tool is a stainless steel CNC machining shop based in Grafton, Wisconsin. Our shop can produce custom stainless steel parts and components for any major industry. Stainless steel machined parts are most commonly used to produce medical instruments, kitchen appliances, cookware, and durable wind energy and oil and gas industry components that withstand harsh outdoor environments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the maximum part dimensions RAM Tool can machine for stainless steel components?

RAM Tool can manufacture stainless steel parts up to 150" x 92" x 48" in size.

What is the tightest tolerance RAM Tool can achieve when machining stainless steel parts?

RAM Tool is capable of producing stainless steel parts with precision tolerances as tight as 0.0002 inches.

Which stainless steel alloys does RAM Tool commonly work with?

RAM Tool commonly works with Stainless Steel 15-5, 17-4, 304, 316, and 420.

What CNC machining services does RAM Tool offer for stainless steel alloys?

RAM Tool offers 5-axis machining, CNC milling, CNC boring, CNC grinding, and EDM services for stainless steel alloys.

What is RAM Tool's machining capacity in terms of part weight for stainless steel components?

RAM Tool can manufacture stainless steel parts ranging from less than 1 lb up to 44,000 lbs.

RAM Tool, Inc.

RAM Tool, Inc. has been a leading provider of precision-machined metal parts since 1979. RAM Tool, Inc. is ITAR Registered and ISO 9001:2015 Certified. These certifications demonstrate our dedication to quality and compliance, exemplifying our commitment to delivering the highest quality CNC machining products and services.

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