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Metal CNC machining
A wide range of metals for CNC machining, with applications in multiple industries. Ideal for both one-off prototypes and end-use custom parts.
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Aluminum | High machinability and ductility, good strength-to-weight ratio. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Stainless steel | High tensile strength, corrosion and temperature resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Mild steel | High machinability and weldability, high stiffness. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Alloy steel | High strength and toughness, fatigue resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Brass | Low friction, excellent electrical conductivity, golden appearance. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Copper | Copper | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Tool steel | High hardness and stiffness, abrasion resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Titanium | Excellent strength to weight ratio, used in aerospace, automotive and medical industries. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Inconel | High-strength and corrosion-resistant nickel alloy. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Magnesium | Magnesium is the lightest structural metal with high strength to weight ratio. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Invar | Nickel alloy with a very low coefficient of thermal expansion. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Aluminum | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Stainless steel | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Mild steel | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Alloy steel | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Brass | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Copper | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Tool steel | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Titanium | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Inconel | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Magnesium | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Invar | < 5 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
Plastic CNC machining
A wide range of plastics for CNC machining, with applications in multiple industries. Ideal for both one-off prototypes and end-use custom parts.
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POM (Delrin/Acetal) | High stiffness, high accuracy, low friction, easy to machine. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Nylon | Excellent mechanical properties, thermal, chemical and abrasion resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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ABS | Common thermoplastic, impact resistant, easy to machine. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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PEEK | High-performance thermoplastic, very high strength, thermal and chemical resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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PTFE (Teflon) | Low friction, chemical and thermal resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Polycarbonate | High toughness, excellent impact strength, transparent. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Polyethylene | Excellent strength-to-weight ratio, impact and weather resistant. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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PVC | Excellent chemical and weather resistance and good toughness. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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PMMA (Acrylic) | Transparent rigid plastic often used as a substitute for glass. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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PET | Tough plastic that offers excellent wear resistance and mechanical strength. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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Polypropylene | Excellent chemical resistance. Food-safe grades available. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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FR4 | Flame retardant glass fiber epoxy laminate. | CNC machining produces parts with excellent mechanical properties, accuracy and repeatability from metal and plastic. 3-axis & 5-axis CNC milling available. |
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POM (Delrin/Acetal) | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Nylon | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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ABS | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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PEEK | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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PTFE (Teflon) | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Polycarbonate | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Polyethylene | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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PVC | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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PMMA (Acrylic) | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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PET | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
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Polypropylene | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
| G-10 | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm | |
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FR4 | < 3 days | 0.75 mm | ±0.125mm (±0.005″) | 200 x 80 x 100 cm |
Material option for Sheet metal
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| Aluminum | Commercially, aluminum is the most sought after material for sheet metal fabrication. Its popularity is due to its adaptive qualities and its high thermal conductivity and low resistance rates. Compared to steel—another common sheet metal material—aluminum is more cost-effective and has a higher rate of production. The material also generates the least amount of waste and can easily be reused. | 6061, 5052 |
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Copper |
Copper is a broadly used sheet metal fabrication material in many industries as it offers good malleability and ductility. Copper is also well suited for sheet metal fabrication because of its excellent heat conduction properties and electrical conductivity. | 101, C110 |
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Steel |
Steel offers a number of beneficial properties for industrial applications, including rigidity, longevity, heat resistance and corrosion resistance. Steel sheet metal is ideal for producing complex designs and parts that require extreme precision. Steel is also cost-efficient to work with and has excellent polishing properties. | SPCC, 1018 |
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Stainless Steel |
Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight. The material properties associated with stainless steel have made it a popular metal within a broad range of industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace and more. Within these industries, Stainless steel is versatile and is an effective choice for many applications. | 301, 304, 316 |
