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Aerospace Stainless Steel Precision Machining

Aerospace stainless steels including 15-5PH, 17-4PH, and 300-series provide corrosion resistance and strength for fasteners, fittings, and corrosion-critical components. Machining requires attention to work hardening and proper heat treatment.

±0.0005" to ±0.002"
Tolerances
16-32 Ra
Surface Finish
3+
Qualified Shops
Certified
AS9100

Why Aerospace Requires Stainless Steel Aerospace Machining

  • Corrosion resistance for external components
  • Strength and hardness for fasteners
  • Cryogenic properties for space applications
  • FDA/biocompatibility for human-rated systems
  • Magnetic properties for specific applications

Typical Applications

Fasteners and hardware
Fittings and adapters
Valve components
Exhaust system parts
Cryogenic components
Medical aerospace crossover

Materials Commonly Machined

17-4PH (H1025, H1150)15-5PH304/304L316/316L321Custom 455

Technical Considerations

  • Sharp tooling essential to prevent work hardening
  • Adequate depth of cut - no light passes
  • Rigid setups minimize chatter
  • High-pressure coolant improves tool life

Machine Shops with Stainless Steel Aerospace Machining Capability

JAH Machine Inc.

VerifiedCAGE: 85DP2

Brea, CA• Est. 1986

[![JAH Machine](https://jahmachine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-JAH-Logo-V1-Nazely-90x73.png)](https://jahmachine.com/)

Certifications

AS9100 CertifiedITAR Certified
5 services
5 materials
CNC Machining
Precision Machining
Grinding
+2 more

Materials:

AluminumSteelStainless SteelTitanium+1 more

Government Registration

UEI:K5MLNL7J2D95
7142036011
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J&E Precision Tool, LLC

VerifiedCAGE: 0SQ14

Southampton, MA• Est. 2015

Precision manufacturing company founded in 1979, specializing in complex CNC machined components for aerospace, defense, and medical industries with tolerances as close as +/- 0.0001 inch.

Certifications

AS9100 Rev D
ISO 9001 Certified
ITAR Registered
AS9100 Certified+1 more
13 services
4 materials
CNC Production
CNC Turning
Manual Prototyping
+10 more

Materials:

Aerospace AlloysMedical Grade MaterialsDefense Specification MetalsHigh-Precision Materials

Government Registration

UEI:FT5ADF1FMSM3
(413) 527-8778
Website
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[![Rand Logo](https://www.randmachine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/RAND_logo_trans.png)](https://www.randmachine.com/)

Certifications

AS9100 Certified
3 services
3 materials
Precision Machining
Welding
Fabrication

Materials:

AluminumSteelStainless Steel

Government Registration

UEI:FCBJFVJN4LM7
7166655217
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Tolerances Achievable

Position
±0.0005" to ±0.002"
Surface Finish
16-32 Ra
General
±0.001"

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stainless Steel Aerospace Machining?

Aerospace stainless steels including 15-5PH, 17-4PH, and 300-series provide corrosion resistance and strength for fasteners, fittings, and corrosion-critical components. Machining requires attention to work hardening and proper heat treatment.

Why is Stainless Steel Aerospace Machining important for aerospace?

Corrosion resistance for external components

What tolerances can be achieved?

±0.0005" to ±0.002"