CNC Lathe Turning Part CNC Machining Service Custom CNC Turned Machined Parts

CNC turning is a subtractive manufacturing process that involves the rotation of a metal rod

while a cutting tool is applied against the material to remove excess material and shape the

final parts.

Our CNC lathes are equipped with live tooling capabilities, allowing for the machining of flat

features and holes directly into the workpiece.

Additionally, we offer threading services for both the outside diameter (OD) and inside diameter

(ID) of the parts.

After the turning process, the parts can be left with visible tool marks for a functional finish or

bead blasted for a smoother appearance.

Once the production run is complete, all parts undergo a thorough inspection, are then carefully

packaged, and promptly shipped to their destination.

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The turning process predominantly employs metals as its primary materials.

These metals encompass alloy steel, carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum, copper,

magnesium, and zinc.

Nonetheless, this versatile process can also be applied to machine plastic components and work

with an array of other materials, including ceramics, composites, thermoplastics, and thermosets.

Applications of CNC Turning

Turning is employed to craft rotational components, usually axially symmetric, with diverse

characteristics like holes, grooves, threads, tapers, differing diameter levels, and even intricate

contoured surfaces.

Products wholly manufactured via turning often encompass components required in limited

quantities, notably for prototypes, such as custom-designed shafts and fasteners.

Furthermore, turning frequently serves as a secondary process for introducing or enhancing

features on parts that were initially crafted using an alternative method.

Some instances of items produced through turning encompass camshafts, crankshafts, baseball

bats, bowls, cue sticks, signboards, musical instruments, as well as table and chair legs.

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1. Benefits of CNC Turning

CNC turning offers numerous advantages in machining processes:

1. Versatility: CNC turning centers can be equipped with various tools, including rotating cutters

like end mills and drills.

This versatility enables the machining of asymmetrical features, enhancing production efficiency

and cost-effectiveness.

2. Speed and Efficiency: CNC turning centers increase production speed and efficiency, as they

are capable of handling various operations quickly and accurately.

3. Radial Symmetry: Turning excels in achieving radial symmetry, making it ideal for creating

round and symmetrical parts with precision.

4. High Precision: Mounting the part in a chuck ensures high precision during CNC turning,

meeting tight tolerances and specifications.

5. Surface Finish: CNC turning consistently delivers good surface finishes, enhancing the final

product's quality and appearance.

These benefits make CNC turning a valuable process in the manufacturing industry, offering

precision, efficiency, and versatility for a wide range of components.

2. Difference Between Rough Turning and Finish Turning

Rough turning and finish turning are two distinct phases in the CNC turning process, each

serving a specific purpose.

Rough turning is the initial stage where the primary objective is to efficiently remove as much

material as possible from the workpiece.

This process prioritizes material removal over precision and surface finish. Its purpose is to

rapidly shape the workpiece and bring it closer to the desired dimensions, allowing for more

efficient subsequent machining operations.

On the other hand, finish turning is the concluding phase of the turning process.

Here, the emphasis shifts towards achieving the desired level of smoothness and accuracy in

the final product.

Finish turning fine-tunes the workpiece's surface finish and dimensional accuracy, ensuring

that it meets the exact specifications and requirements.

In summary, rough turning focuses on material removal and shaping, while finish turning

concentrates on achieving the desired precision and surface quality.

3. Geometric Possibilities in CNC Turning

CNC turning machining is versatile and capable of producing a wide range of geometric designs,

from the simplest to the most complex, often with additional features incorporated.

Some common part shapes that can be readily achieved using a standard CNC turning

center include:

1. Straight cylindrical shapes
2. Tapered shapes such as a cone
3. Contoured shapes such as a chess pawn
4. Shapes with threaded holes
5. Shapes with grooves such as for o-rings
6. Knurled shapes such as for handles
7. Chamfered shapes
8. Shouldered shapes