What factors influence high-performance components?

Cutting processes have already found widespread applications in numerous fields. As current mechanical manufacturing places less emphasis on production volume and increasingly focuses on tighter tolerances and more complex geometries, high-performance components are now following new development trends. While turning operations typically require different turning methods, processes such as grinding, gear cutting, and milling can all be carried out on a single lathe. The trend toward integrated machining processes is becoming increasingly evident.
During the tempering process of high-performance components, the stresses generated during quenching can be partially relieved. After quenching, the metastable microstructure consisting of martensite and retained austenite undergoes decomposition and transformation. The tempering temperature is typically below the eutectoid transformation temperature—preferably around 650°C—and the holding time should be no less than 2 hours.
The processing temperature for high-quality components should allow the melt to exhibit excellent fluidity during the transfer process. When selecting the casting temperature, equipment designers need to take into account factors such as the distance of the transfer and the cooling conditions encountered during the transfer process.
When machining stainless steel with high-performance components, the geometric parameters of the cutting tool must meet specific requirements. Generally, the geometric shape of the cutting edge of the tool should be selected based on considerations such as the rake angle and the relief angle. For high-performance components, the surface roughness requirement for the cutting edge of the tool is heightened; improving the surface finish of the cutting edge can reduce the resistance encountered when chips curl during cutting, thereby enhancing the tool's durability.