CNC machining, standing for Computer Numerical Control machining, is a subtractive
manufacturing process utilized to fabricate parts by selectively removing material from a workpiece
or workpiece stock.
Precise control over the machine's movements is achieved through preprogrammed software and
codes. The scope of CNC machining encompasses various machinery types, including turning mills,
lathes, grinders, and plasma-cutting machines.
Product Details
Common Metal Materials for CNC Machining | |
Metal Material | Properties |
Aluminum | 2024: Good fatigue resistance and strength; excellent toughness at moderate to high strength levels; improved fracture toughness |
6061: Excellent machinability, low cost, and versatility | |
7075: High strength, hardness, low weight, and heat tolerance | |
Stainless steel | Excellent machinability and outstanding uniformity; good workability and weldability, high ductility and formability |
Steel Alloy | Mix of chromium, molybdenum, and manganese yields toughness, good torsional and fatigue strength |
Brass | Versatile and highly attractive copper/zinc alloy with warm yellow color accommodates severe forming/drawing |
Copper | High ductility and high electrical and thermal conductivity; develops attractive blue-green surface patina over time |
Titanium | Excellent strength to weight ratio, used in aerospace, automotive, and medical industries |
Steel Mild Low Carbon | High machinability and weldability, high stiffness; good mechanical properties, machinability, and weldability at low cost |
Surface Finishes | ||
Name | Applicable to | Machining marks |
As machined | Metals, Plastics | Visible, light surface scratches |
Smooth machining | ||
Fine machining | Metals | Slightly visible |
Polishing | Metals | Removed on primary surfaces |
Bead blasting | Metals | Removed for non-cosmetic, removed on primary surfaces for cosmetic |
Brushing | Metals | |
Anodizing Type II | Aluminum | |
Anodizing Type III | Aluminum | Visible under anodizing |
Black oxide | Copper, Stainless steel, Alloy steel, Tool steel, Mild steel | Visible |
Powder coating | Metals | Removed |
Brushed + electropolishing | Stainless steel | Removed on Primary surfaces |
CNC Machining Applications
Parts and products produced through CNC machining find application in many industries, including,
but not limited to, the following:
Industrial, Transportation & Vehicle, Medical, Consumer
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FAQ's
1. Factors Influencing CNC Machining Costs:
The cost of CNC machining a part is influenced by several key factors, including:
1. Material: Variations in material costs arise as some materials, such as aluminum, are more
cost-effective to machine than others like Inconel due to increased tool wear and slower cutting
speeds.
2. Complexity: Parts with intricate features incur higher machining costs. Complex surface shapes,
for instance, are notably more expensive to machine compared to flat surfaces.
3. Tolerances: Stringent dimensional tolerances escalate machining costs. Specifying unnecessarily
tight tolerances on non-critical features can contribute to increased CNC machining expenses.
4. Surface Finish: Achieving mirror finishes necessitates specialized tooling and machining strategies,
extending machining time and subsequently increasing costs.
5. Quantity: Low-volume production inherently comes at a higher cost per part than large-volume
production. This is because initial setup and programming costs are distributed over a greater number
of parts in large-volume production.
2. Why choose CNC machining?
The Swift and Precise World of CNC Machining:
The choice of CNC machining is characterized by its speed, precision, and versatility.
This manufacturing solution distinguishes itself by efficiently producing end-use parts across various
volumes, all without the necessity for significant investments in hard tooling or elaborate set-ups.
3. How long does delivery time and quotation take?
The delivery time for parts is intricately tied to their complexity. Low-complexity parts usually have
a lead time of 2-3 days, while moderate complexity extends to 2-5 days.
High-complexity parts may necessitate a lead time ranging between 5 and 15 days.
Quoting time is also linked to design complexity, ranging from 1 business day or faster for simpler
designs to 3+ business days for more intricate ones. If you have a design that requires assessment
and quoting, do not hesitate to contact our team.