Precision Micro CNC Milling For Aircraft Landing Gear Components And Hydraulic System Joints

Advantages of Precision Milling

High Precision: CNC milling machines can achieve extremely high precision, often reaching tolerances of ±0.001 inches or even tighter. This level of accuracy is crucial for components in the electronics industry, such as printed circuit boards (PCBs) and microchips, where even the slightest deviation can lead to malfunction.

Complex Geometries: The ability to produce intricate and complex shapes is another advantage. CNC milling can create detailed features, such as fine grooves, holes, and contours, which are often required in electronic components. This flexibility in design is essential for the miniaturization trend in the electronics industry.

Surface Finish: Milling can provide a smooth and consistent surface finish, which is important for electronic parts that require precise mating surfaces or good heat dissipation. A well-finished surface can also enhance the overall performance and reliability of electronic devices.

Material Compatibility: CNC milling is compatible with a wide range of materials used in the electronics industry, including metals like aluminum and copper, as well as various plastics and composites. This versatility allows manufacturers to choose the most suitable material for each specific application.

Reproducibility: Once a milling program is set up, it can be repeated with high precision, ensuring that each part produced is identical to the last. This is particularly important for mass production of electronic components, where consistency is key.

Application Fields of Milling Parts in Electronics Appliance

1. Automotive industry

Engine parts: crankshaft, camshaft, piston pin.
Transmission system components: gearbox shaft, gears, clutch components.
Chassis parts: steering knuckles, wheel hubs, brake discs.
Reason: High precision and high strength requirements

2. Aerospace
Engine parts: turbine shaft, compressor blades, combustion chamber parts.
Structural components: aircraft landing gear parts, hydraulic system joints.
Spacecraft components: satellite mounts, rocket propulsion components.
Reason: High precision and lightweight requirements

3. Electronic appliances

Connectors: terminals, pins.
Heat sink: CPU heat sink, power supply heat sink.
Shell: phone, laptop shell.
Reason: High precision and complex shape requirements

4. Medical devices

Surgical instruments: scissors, forceps, surgical knife handle.
Implants: bone nails, dental implants, artificial joints.
Medical equipment parts: endoscope parts, ultrasound probes.
Reason: High precision and biocompatibility requirements

5. Industrial Machinery

Shaft components: drive shaft, main shaft.
Pump valve parts: pump shaft, valve parts.
Mold parts: mold core, mold sleeve.
Reason: High precision and high strength requirements

What Surface Treatment can Be Used?

Metal milling parts can undergo various surface treatments, including mechanical treatment (polishing, sandblasting), chemical treatment (pickling, passivation), electrochemical treatment (electroplating, anodizing), coating treatment (spraying, electrophoretic coating), heat treatment (surface hardening), as well as laser treatment and PVD/CVD coating.

The Difference Between Turning and Milling

Why Choose Us to Process for You?

Choosing our CNC machining services ensures not only precision and quality but a partnership built on trust and reliability. At Polestar Metal, we are committed to delivering excellence in every aluminum component we produce. From prototyping to full-scale production, we are equipped to meet your specific needs and bring your designs to life.