Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Turbine blades and impellers
Structural brackets and airframe components
Complex housings with compound angles
Lightweight aluminum and titanium parts
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
Simultaneous multi-axis machining for complex geometries
Superior surface finish and tight tolerances
Reduced setups to improve accuracy and consistency
Ideal for aerospace-grade aluminum, titanium, and superalloys
Procurement Advantages
Prototype to low-volume production support
Full traceability and quality inspection
Secondary processes and surface treatments available
Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Engine and transmission components
Suspension and steering system parts
Performance brackets and mounts
Complex aluminum housings
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
Efficient machining of multi-face automotive components
High repeatability for functional and structural parts
Improved strength-to-weight optimization
Suitable for rapid prototyping and performance upgrades
Procurement Advantages
Flexible order quantities from prototype to production
Cost-effective for complex geometries
Integrated CNC machining and finishing services
Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Surgical instrument components
Orthopedic implants and fixation parts
Medical device housings and frames
Precision connectors and mounting components
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
High-precision machining for complex medical geometries
Excellent surface finish for functional and aesthetic requirements
Tight tolerance control for safety-critical applications
Ideal for stainless steel, titanium, and medical-grade alloys
Procurement Advantages
Support for prototype and low-volume production
Consistent quality with strict inspection processes
Secondary operations and surface finishing available
Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Robot arm joints and connectors
Precision mounting plates and frames
End-effector components
Lightweight structural parts
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
Precision machining for multi-angle assemblies
Tight tolerances for motion accuracy
Reduced assembly errors through single-setup machining
Excellent for compact and high-integration designs
Procurement Advantages
Fast turnaround for R&D and pilot runs
Engineering support for design optimization
Compatible with aluminum, steel, and engineering plastics
Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Injection mold cores and cavities
Die-casting mold inserts
Complex contour surfaces and cooling channels
High-precision mold components
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
Accurate machining of deep cavities and complex surfaces
Reduced electrode usage and EDM dependency
Superior surface quality for mold life extension
High rigidity for hardened tool steels
Procurement Advantages
One-stop machining and finishing for mold components
High precision inspection and quality control
Support for small-batch and custom tooling projects
Typical 5-Axis Machined Parts
Turbine and pump components
Valve bodies and manifolds
Structural parts for energy equipment
Complex flanges and connectors
Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
Capable of machining heavy-duty and high-strength materials
High dimensional stability for critical components
Efficient machining of multi-angle flow channels
Suitable for harsh working environments
Procurement Advantages
Material options including stainless steel and alloy steel
Reliable lead times for industrial projects
Integrated machining, surface finishing, and assembly
Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and easy to machine, aluminum is ideal for precision CNC parts that require strength, efficiency, and tight tolerances.
Common Grades:
· 6061 / 6061-T6
· 7075 / 7075-T6
· 2024 · 5052
· 5083 · 6063
· 6082
· ADC12 (A380)
Key Advantages:
· Excellent machinability
· Cost-efficient
· Tight tolerances supported
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
Learn more about CNC machining capabilities for Aluminum.
Known for its strength and corrosion resistance, stainless steel is widely used for CNC components that must perform reliably in demanding environments.
Common Grades:
·304
· 316L
· 303
· 17-4PH
Key Advantages:
· Corrosion-resistant
· High strength
· Dimensional stability
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Brass offers excellent machinability and a clean surface finish, making it well suited for precision fittings, connectors, and aesthetic components.
Common Grades:
· C360
· C260
· C280
Key Advantages:
· Superior machinability
· Good conductivity
· Smooth surface finish
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
Carbon steel provides high strength and cost efficiency, making it a practical choice for structural and mechanical CNC machined parts.
Common Grades:
· 1018
· 1020
· 1045
· A36
Key Advantages:
· High strength
· Cost-effective
· Widely used
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
With outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, copper is ideal for CNC machining of electrical components and heat-transfer parts.
Common Grades:
· C110
· C101
· C102
Key Advantages:
· Excellent conductivity
· Thermal efficiency
· High purity options
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Bronze combines wear resistance with low friction, making it a preferred material for bearings, bushings, and moving mechanical components.
Common Grades:
· C932
· C954
· C836
Key Advantages:
· Wear-resistant
· Low friction
· Corrosion-resistant
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Iron offers high rigidity and vibration damping, commonly used for heavy-duty industrial components and structural CNC applications.
Common Grades:
· Cast Iron
· Ductile Iron
Key Advantages:
· High rigidity
· Vibration damping
· Suitable for heavy parts
Typical Lead Time:
~7–10 business days
Steel is a versatile CNC machining material that delivers strength, durability, and flexibility across a wide range of industrial applications.
Common Grades:
· 4140
· 4130
· Mild Steel
· Tool Steel
Key Advantages:
· High strength
· Versatile use
· Reliable performance
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Extremely lightweight and highly machinable, magnesium alloys are ideal for CNC parts where weight reduction is a critical requirement.
Common Grades:
· AZ31
· AZ91
Key Advantages:
· Ultra-lightweight
· Excellent machinability
· High strength-to-weight ratio
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Titanium alloys deliver exceptional strength-to-weight performance and corrosion resistance for high-demand, precision CNC applications.
Common Grades:
· Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5)
· Grade 2
Key Advantages:
· High strength-to-weight
· Corrosion-resistant
· Aerospace-grade performance
Typical Lead Time:
~10 business days
ABS is a versatile thermoplastic with excellent impact resistance and dimensional stability, suitable for functional prototypes and industrial components.
Common Grades:
· Standard ABS
· ABS-M30
· ABS+
Key Advantages:
· Impact-resistant
· Good machinability
· Cost-efficient
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PMMA offers high optical clarity, excellent surface finish, and UV resistance, ideal for transparent parts and display applications.
Common Grades:
· Cast PMMA
· Extruded PMMA
Key Advantages:
· Transparent
· Scratch-resistant
· UV-stable
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PC is a strong, transparent engineering plastic with high impact resistance and heat resistance, ideal for durable functional prototypes.
Common Grades:
· Standard PC
· PC-ABS blend
Key Advantages:
· High strength
· Transparent
· Heat-resistant
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
POM provides excellent dimensional stability, low friction, and wear resistance, making it ideal for gears, bearings, and precision mechanical parts.
Common Grades:
· Delrin® 500
· Acetal Copolymer
Key Advantages:
· Low friction
· Wear-resistant
· High dimensional stability
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PE is lightweight, chemically resistant, and easy to machine, suitable for containers, insulation parts, and general prototypes.
Common Grades:
· HDPE
· LDPE
· UHMWPE
Key Advantages:
· Chemical-resistant
· Lightweight
· Easy to machine
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
Nylon is a strong, flexible engineering plastic with excellent wear resistance, ideal for functional parts like gears, bushings, and mechanical components.
Common Grades:
· PA6
· PA66
· Glass-filled PA
Key Advantages:
· Wear-resistant
· Strong
· Low friction
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PEEK is a high-performance polymer with excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength for demanding applications.
Common Grades:
· Unfilled PEEK
· Carbon-filled PEEK
· Glass-filled PEEK
Key Advantages:
· High-temperature resistant
· Chemically resistant
· High strength
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
PTFE provides exceptional chemical resistance, low friction, and non-stick properties, ideal for seals, gaskets, and sliding components.
Common Grades:
· Virgin PTFE
· Filled PTFE
Key Advantages:
· Non-stick
· Chemically resistant
· Low friction
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PET is a strong, dimensionally stable plastic with good chemical resistance, commonly used for structural parts and containers.
Common Grades:
· Standard PET
· PETG
Key Advantages:
· Strong
· Chemically resistant
· Dimensionally stable
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PP is a lightweight, chemically resistant plastic suitable for functional parts, packaging prototypes, and fluid handling components.
Common Grades:
· Homopolymer PP
· Copolymer PP
Key Advantages:
· Lightweight
· Chemical-resistant
· Easy to machine
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PPS is a high-performance engineering plastic with excellent chemical and heat resistance, ideal for industrial and electronic applications.
Common Grades:
· Standard PPS
· Glass-filled PPS
Key Advantages:
· Heat-resistant
· Chemically resistant
· High dimensional stability
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
PVC is a cost-effective plastic with good chemical resistance and electrical insulation properties, used for enclosures, tubing, and protective components.
Common Grades:
· Rigid PVC
· Flexible PVC
Key Advantages:
· Chemical-resistant
· Electrically insulating
· Cost-effective
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
PEI is a high-performance thermoplastic with excellent mechanical strength, thermal resistance, and dimensional stability for engineering applications.
Common Grades:
· Standard PEI
· Glass-filled PEI
Key Advantages:
· High strength
· Heat-resistant
· Dimensionally stable
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
FR4 and G-10 are fiberglass-reinforced epoxy laminates, ideal for PCB substrates and structural components requiring electrical insulation.
Common Grades:
· FR4
· G-10 standard
Key Advantages:
· Electrically insulating
· High rigidity
· Heat-resistant
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Carbon fiber reinforced plastics offer exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio and high strength for aerospace, automotive, and industrial prototypes.
Common Grades:
· CF-PA
· CF-PET
· CF-PPS
Key Advantages:
· Lightweight
· High strength
· Stiffness
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
Bakelite is a thermosetting plastic with excellent electrical insulation, dimensional stability, and heat resistance, suitable for electrical and mechanical parts.
Common Grades:
· Standard Bakelite
· Filled Bakelite
Key Advantages:
· Heat-resistant
· Electrically insulating
· Dimensionally stable
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
PPSU is a high-performance plastic with excellent impact resistance, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, ideal for medical and industrial applications.
Common Grades:
· Standard PPSU
· Glass-filled PPSU
Key Advantages:
· Impact-resistant
· Heat-resistant
· Chemically resistant
Typical Lead Time:
~7 business days
PU is a flexible, durable plastic suitable for prototyping parts that require elasticity, abrasion resistance, or cushioning.
Common Grades:
· Rigid PU
· Flexible PU
· Cast PU
Key Advantages:
· Elastic
· Wear-resistant
· Durable
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
HIPS is a lightweight, cost-effective plastic with good impact resistance and machinability, ideal for prototypes and consumer products.
Common Grades:
· Standard HIPS
· ABS-HIPS blends
Key Advantages:
· Impact-resistant
· Cost-efficient
· Easy to machine
Typical Lead Time:
~5 business days
