CNC machining, or Computer Numerical Control machining, constitutes a subtractive manufacturing
method employed for the creation of parts through the removal of material from a workpiece or
workpiece stock.
The machine's movement is controlled by preprogrammed software and codes, guiding the precision
of material removal. This versatile process encompasses various machinery, including turning mills,
lathes, grinders, and plasma-cutting machines.
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
1. Aerospace Components: Crafting precise landing gear components and fuselage structures for
aircraft, adhering to the exacting standards of the aerospace industry.
2. Automotive Components: Production of control panels, axles, and car molds, contributing to the
innovation and efficiency of the automotive sector.
3. Consumer Electronics: Manufacturing components such as enclosures for consumer electronic
devices, ensuring a seamless blend of functionality and design.
4. Medical Components: Precision machining of surgical instruments and orthotics, meeting the
stringent quality and accuracy requirements of the medical field.
5. Oil and Gas Machine Parts: Crafting essential components like valves, rods, and pins for the oil
and gas industry, ensuring resilience in demanding operational conditions.
6. Prototyping and Modeling: Rapid prototyping and modeling for product development, facilitating
efficient design testing and refinement.
7. Sculptures: Translating digital artistic concepts into tangible sculptures, showcasing the artistic
possibilities of CNC milling.
8. Furniture: Precision crafting of components for furniture, ensuring consistency and quality in the
production of intricate designs.
9. Woodworking: Enabling precision woodworking for the creation of detailed and finely finished
wooden components.
The versatility of CNC milling machines extends across industries, providing a powerful means to
produce parts that demand both intricate detailing and uncompromising accuracy.
Company Profile
FAQ's
1. What cosmetic standards do you guarantee?
Ensuring high-quality finishes, all CNC machined parts undergo standard deburring and
edge-breaking procedures. Critical edges requiring a sharp finish must be explicitly highlighted in
technical drawings.
Surfaces are guaranteed to be free from defects such as scratches, dents, stains, blemishes,
hanging marks, and minor imperfections. Specifically, critical surfaces (primary (a) side, per
technical drawings) will be devoid of mill steps and other marks.
On the secondary (b) side, minor hanging marks and up to 2 minor defects are considered
acceptable. To further enhance surface quality, visual appeal, and wear resistance, a variety of
post-processing and finishing methods can be applied to CNC machined parts.
2. How much does CNC machining cost?
The cost of CNC machining is determined by factors such as complexity, quantity, and lead time.
To obtain a precise cost estimate, we encourage you to submit a 3D CAD model, enabling us to
provide an interactive quote accompanied by design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback.
Our use of proprietary software and automated fixturing processes eliminates upfront non-recurring
engineering (NRE) costs, making CNC machining a cost-effective choice for quantities as low as 1 to
200 parts.
While prices may be comparable or slightly higher than 3D printing, CNC machining delivers superior
material properties and surface finishes.
3. How long does a quotation take?
Our usual practice is to provide a response to Requests for Quotation (RFQ) within a few days of
receiving them. If, for any reason, there is a delay in the quotation process, we will notify you at the
earliest opportunity.