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Centerless Grinding Services

We ensure your precision metals meet your exact specifications and expectations.

Centerless Grinding capabilities

Material Restrictions

Cobalt-based alloys (e.g., Haynes 25) cannot be ground. Carbon steels are not accepted for grinding.

example Project

Material

2 bars of 4130 Alloy Steel

Start to Finish Diameter

.260″ – .250″

Material Removed

.010″

Turnaround  

1 Day

diameter Parameters

Diameter Range

Starting stock up to 1.5" diameter for full bars. Finished diameters down to 0.25" and above. Larger diameters can be accommodated with consultation.

Surface Finish

Typical finish 21 RA. Custom surface finish requirements can be reviewed as needed.

Tolerances

Ideal removal 0. 125" or less per bar . Greater removal possible with quality approval.

Material Removal

Ideal removal 0.125" or less per bar ASK: Greater removal possible with quality approval

Additional Services

Heat Treating

Fry Steel offers professional heat treating as part of our value-added services to ensure your metals achieve the desired mechanical properties for performance and durability. Our heat treating processes enhance strength, hardness, and other material characteristics so your components are ready for demanding industrial, aerospace, or manufacturing applications.

Saw Cutting

At Fry Steel, our high-precision saw cutting service uses over 60 advanced saws to cut long bar metals to your exact specifications. Whether you need just a single cut for a custom build or large production quantities, our state-of-the-art sawing capabilities help save you time and money by delivering material ready for your next step in production.

Why Buy From Fry Steel?

Fry Steel has an ISO 9001 certification specific to aerospace SAE standards AS9100D & AS9120B, so we meet the global industry quality standard. Our suppliers are held to the same standard, and the stock is traceable.

We’re audited every year by International Standards Authority, Inc. to ensure our quality program meets all current requirements.

Certifications

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Yes. Fry Steel offers in-house centerless grinding to deliver tight tolerances, consistent diameters, and smooth surface finishes. This service allows us to provide precision-ground bar products that are ready for machining or end-use applications, helping customers reduce secondary operations and improve efficiency.

Centerless grinding costs vary based on several factors, including material type, bar diameter, tolerances, volume, and job complexity. Because each project is unique, pricing is customized to ensure you get the most accurate and cost-effective solution. For a detailed quote, we recommend contacting a Fry Steel sales representative.

Centerless grinding is a precision process where material is supported between a grinding wheel and a regulating wheel, rather than being held by a center or chuck. As the bar passes through the machine, material is removed evenly around the diameter to achieve precise sizing and a consistent surface finish. Fry Steel’s advanced grinding equipment and experienced operators ensure accuracy, repeatability, and high-quality results across a wide range of metal grades and sizes.

Turnaround time depends on the material type, bar size, tolerance requirements, and overall job volume. While timelines can vary, Fry Steel works to maintain efficient lead times without sacrificing quality. The chart above provides a general guideline, and your sales representative can confirm timing based on your specific project needs.