Rapid prototyping via CNC machining delivers high speed, high precision, and robust rapid part manufacturing solutions. You take a block or billet of material and cut away at it with a series of tools and drill bits, removing material to make CNC machined parts or products. Ares, tolerances are controlled to DIN-2678-1 Fine for metals and Medium for plastics as standard for CNC prototypes.
How Rapid Machining Works – Ares, our CNC machining services deliver parts made from a wide range of plastics and metals. Over 50 high precision CNC mills, lathes, sink and wire EDMs, and surface grinding machines help us deliver custom CNC machining for many industries. We deliver rapid prototyping solutions.
If you’re seeking the right CNC machining services for your products, we invite you to explore Ares's CNC machining options. Specializing in both metals and plastics, Ares offers a well-equipped setup that supports efficient manufacturing solutions for your required parts.
With meticulous attention to detail, our various CNC machining processes—including CNC milling, CNC turning, precision machining, and CNC lathing—allow you to obtain custom parts tailored to your specifications in a timely manner.
CNC machining services encompass various processes, each designed to perform a specific task related to the tooling of a part. Below, we discuss the most commonly used processes associated with CNC machining:
CNC milling is a process where a cutting tool rotates in its given position and removes the excess material from plastic or metal to provide it with the desired shape. This process is commonly used for manufacturing precision tools and molds.
5-axis CNC machining, as the name suggests, is a rapid method of tooling five sides at a time of a workpiece. This process quickly and in fewer cycles, shapes and removes excess material from a workpiece with multiple complex sides.
In the CNC turning process, the workpiece is set on a rotating tool that rotates at a very high speed. While the workpiece is rotating, a tool is introduced in between that shapes it and cuts it according to the required shape and style.
Tools consisting of complex geometry requiring holes within them are commonly manufactured under this process.
In the process of precision CNC machining, very precise shapes and sizes are created. A blueprint is first created in CAD and CAM. After that, workpieces that need a very tight tolerance with no room for a minor change in the dimension are created using plastic or metals, removing the material and shaping the tools.
CNC machining service can be obtained using variations in materials and finishes; some of the commonly available choices have been discussed below:
Plastic :
There are various options for plastics used in CNC machining. Some of these comprise acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polycarbonates, polypropylene, polyoxymethylene, high-density polyethylene, acrylic, Teflon, etc.
Metal :
There are various metal options, too, which can be used for the tooling of a workpiece under CNC machining; some commonly used metals comprise brass, zinc, copper, aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, and titanium. Apart from this, other available metals can also be taken into consideration when it comes to designing a part under that service.
What's more :
PA GF50 and PPS GF50 can also be used to create a bar or block of plastic as per the client's custom order.
As-Machined :
Machined finishing is one of the most economical finishes suitable for internal components, giving an even finishing to the part.
Bead Blasted :
A rough and matte surface is created using the range of 120 to 320 beads.
Anodized :
Anodizing is carried out to create a corrosion-free finish on the surface, the aluminum series element is used, and the silicon content is kept low in type II, the colors used are commonly blue, clear, black, and red. However, for type III, a thicker layer of anodizing is done that keeps it wear-resistant, followed by corrosion resistance.
Powder Coat :
Powder coating finish is one of the highly rated finishing options, a powder coat paint is applied to the desired part in a required color, and afterward, the part is left in the oven for baking. This creates a layer of wear resistance and corrosion resistance on the part, and the durability is exceptional.
Since there are many CNC machining services, standard parts can be made with the basic CNC machining services at a meager price; however, high precision tolerances can be used for high-end products.
The process of CNC machining order comprises the below suggested four simple steps:
● The first step is to upload a CAD file containing the des
● In the next step, we will conduct a project analysis based on the drawings provided by the client and then send a quotation to them. If needed, we can also send the project analysis report.
● In the third step, the client reviews the quotation and confirms the start of production of the parts.
● In the fourth step, after the parts are completed through CNC machining and pass inspection by the quality control department, we will be packaged and shipped.
CNC machining service tends to be applied in many areas; some of the most common dependent applications of CNC machining are as follows:
When designers create design models, CNC machining is one of the best methods for validating product designs. In most cases, CNC machining can be used to obtain approval for any part design and ensure that it meets quality standards. This process is quick and economical, making CNC machining an ideal choice for producing samples for design validation and rapid prototyping.
Many parts manufacturing processes like die casting and injection molding require having molds to create parts. To ensure the perfection of those parts, it is imperative to have exact molds. CNC machining is a very suitable and efficient method that helps make the mold for such processes in less time and with better precision.
Aircraft parts need to be highly secured and perfect, and there is no room for ignorance in the parts like landing gears, components of aircraft engines, and fuel panels. Hence, CNC machining is used since it has various procedures and takes care of the precision and complexities involved in the parts.
Automobile components in high volumes with perfect dimensions and quick turnaround time can also be created through CNC machines.
Healthcare sectors require parts like surgical tools and implants, which also need high tolerance; hence, CNC machining is one of the most suitable processes for the medical sector.
Many daily consumer products, like home appliance components, sports goods, laptop cases, and electric sockets, are also manufactured under CNC machining.
