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CNC milling is a subtractive manufacturing process that begins by securing a block of metal or
plastic material within the CNC mill.
Using G-code, the CNC machine is programmed to efficiently mill out components from the raw
material block. Our 3- and 5-axis CNC machines are equipped with various toolsets to optimize
efficiency and production speed.
Plastic machined parts are typically left in an as-milled state, which may exhibit visible tool marks.
Certain metal parts offer additional finishing options, such as anodizing and chromate plating.
Once the production run is finished and the desired surface finish is applied, the parts are promptly
packaged and shipped.
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CNC milling machines excel at cutting a wide range of materials, including aluminum, bronze,
copper, ceramics, plywood, various steel types, stone, wood, zinc, and numerous engineering
materials.
This versatility makes them perfect for crafting prototypes during product development.
With CNC milling, you can easily fine-tune and make precise adjustments until you achieve the
desired final product, offering accuracy and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process.
Common Materials for CNC Machining | |
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 |
Titanium | Excellent strength to weight ratio, used in aerospace, automotive, and medical industries |
Copper | High ductility and high electrical and thermal conductivity; develops attractive blue-green surface patina over time |
ABS | Excellent impact resistance, good mechanical properties, susceptible to solvents |
Nylon | Excellent mechanical properties, high toughness, poor moisture resistance |
POM | High stiffness, excellent thermal & electrical properties, relatively brittle |
CNC Machining Tolerances
Tolerances are not standardized across all processes and materials.
The final tolerances on your part depend on various factors, such as part size, design complexity,
the number and size of features, materials used, surface finish, and the manufacturing process
employed.
Once your order is confirmed, we conduct a Design for Manufacturing review to identify areas that
may need modification for better manufacturability.
It's helpful if you can specify which areas in your design have critical tolerances that must be met
and which can be adjusted, if necessary, to optimize production time and cost.
CNC Milling Tolerances | ||
Limits for nominal size | Plastics | Metals |
0.5mm* to 3mm | ±0.1mm | ±0.05mm |
Over 3mm to 6mm | ±0.1mm | ±0.05mm |
Over 6mm to 30mm | ±0.2mm | ±0.10mm |
Over 30mm to 120mm | ±0.3mm | ±0.15mm |
Over 120mm to 400mm | ±0.5mm | ±0.20mm |
Over 400mm to 1000mm | ±0.8mm | ±0.30mm |
Over 1000mm to 2000mm | ±1.2mm | ±0.50mm |
Over 2000mm to 4000mm | ±2.0mm | |
*Please clearly indicate tolerances for nominal sizes, below 0.5mm on your technical drawing. |
Common Applications of CNC Milling Parts
CNC milling is employed to fabricate products composed of glass, metal, plastic, wood,
and custom-designed components.
Machinists utilize this process to create prototypes and items for various industries, including
aerospace, automotive, hardware startups, manufacturing, medical devices, robotics, and others.
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FAQ's
1. What is the typical delivery time and quotation process?
Delivery time is determined based on the complexity of the parts. For low-complexity parts,
the lead time is typically 2-3 days. As the complexity of the parts increases, the lead time can
range from 2-5 days. High-complexity parts may require a lead time of 5-15 days.
Similarly, the quotation process varies depending on the complexity of your design.
Quotes can be provided in as little as 1 business day, or it may take 3 or more business days for
more intricate designs.
If you have a design that you would like our team to assess and provide a quote for, please don't
hesitate to contact us.
2. What are typical machining tolerances?
Typical machining tolerances fall within the range of ± 0.005 inches or 0.13 millimeters.
Tolerances represent the allowable variation for a specific dimension.
For instance, if a CNC machining tool has a tolerance of ± 0.01 millimeters, it means that the tool
can deviate by 0.01 millimeters in each cut.
When provided with a drawing, Our CNC machining service can achieve CNC parts with tolerances
as tight as ± 0.0002 inches.
In the absence of a drawing, all CNC parts are manufactured according to our ISO 2768 medium
standard.
We can also work to even tighter tolerances, such as ± 0.025 millimeters or ± 0.001 inches,
when an engineering drawing specifies critical features.
3. What if I am not completely satisfied with the parts I receive?
We stand by the quality of our materials and workmanship, adhering to the terms outlined in the
original order and the information provided by you.
If there are any disputes arising from subjective judgments, we encourage you to bring them to
our management's attention. We are committed to working in good faith to ensure your complete
satisfaction.
Our ongoing success is dependent on earning your trust in our ability to meet and even surpass
your reasonable expectations.