CNC machining excels in producing customized components, especially those with intricate
geometries and high precision requirements. While it demonstrates excellent performance in
single tasks and low-to-medium volume manufacturing (up to 1,000 parts) with its commendable
repeatability, it does come with more design limitations when compared to 3D printing, thanks in
part to its subtractive manufacturing principles.
Product Details
Common Materials | |
Name | Description |
Aluminum | High machinability and ductility, good strength-to-weight ratio. |
Stainless steel | High tensile strength, corrosion and temperature resistant. |
Mild steel | High machinability and weldability, high stiffness. |
Brass | Low friction, excellent electrical conductivity, golden appearance. |
Copper | Excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. |
Titanium | Excellent strength to weight ratio, used in aerospace, automotive and medical industries. |
ABS | Common thermoplastic, impact resistant, easy to machine. |
Nylon | Excellent mechanical properties, thermal, chemical and abrasion resistant. |
PVC | Excellent chemical and weather resistance and good toughness. |
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 |
Specialist Industries
CNC machining finds widespread application across diverse industries, playing a crucial role in
aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, robotics, and agriculture, especially in the fabrication
of metal components.
Moreover, it is extensively employed in the production of medical devices, household goods, and
various consumer applications.
The influence of CNC machining is also evident in sectors like energy and oil and gas, solidifying its
status as one of the most prevalent and indispensable manufacturing processes worldwide.
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FAQ's
1. Why choose CNC machining?
Opting for CNC machining brings forth speed, accuracy, and versatility. This manufacturing solution
stands out as it swiftly delivers end-use parts at any volume without the requirement for substantial
investments in hard tooling or costly set-ups.
2. How long does delivery time and quotation take?
The delivery time for parts is determined by their complexity. Parts with low complexity typically have
a lead time of 2-3 days, while moderate complexity extends the lead time to 2-5 days.
High-complexity parts may require 5 to 15 days for delivery.
Quoting time varies based on design complexity, ranging from 1 business day (or faster) for simpler
designs to 3+ business days for more intricate ones.
For an assessment and quote for your design, please feel free to reach out to our team.
3. How much do CNC machining materials cost?
CNC machining offers a plethora of material choices, leading to varying costs across different options.
The price range for materials is broad, influenced by factors such as physical properties and specific
characteristics of each material. For metal parts, Aluminum 6061 stands out as the most economical
choice.
If cost is a primary consideration, ABS emerges as the most budget-friendly option.
Additionally, the ease of machining significantly impacts costs, with materials like stainless steel posing
a higher machining difficulty compared to aluminum, thereby contributing to an increased overall cost.
4. What are standard machining tolerances?
The standard machining tolerance is ± 0.005" or 0.13mm, representing the allowable range for a
dimension. For instance, if a CNC machining tool has a tolerance of ± 0.01 mm, it implies a
permissible deviation of 0.01 mm in each cut.
With a provided drawing, our CNC machining service can achieve part tolerances as low as ± 0.0002 in.
In the absence of a drawing, all CNC parts adhere to our ISO 2768 medium standard.
For projects demanding tighter tolerances, ±0.025mm or ±0.001", we can accommodate with an
engineering drawing specifying critical features.