What services does a CNC shop provide?

A CNC shop provides precision machining services including milling, turning, Swiss turning, EDM, and secondary operations such as surface finishing, welding, and assembly. Shops also offer design review, material sourcing, inspection with documentation, and logistics.

How do I choose the right CNC shop for my project?

Look for relevant certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100), equipment capabilities that match your part requirements, experience in your industry, and transparent communication. Ask for references and sample parts if possible.

What is the typical turnaround time?

Prototypes typically ship in 3 to 5 business days. Production orders depend on quantity and complexity, generally 10 to 20 business days. Expedited options are available for urgent projects.

Do CNC shops provide inspection reports?

Yes, standard documentation includes material test reports, dimensional inspection reports, and certificates of conformance. AS9102-compliant First Article Inspection and PPAP documentation are available upon request.

What is the minimum order quantity?

Most CNC shops have no minimum order quantity. They machine single prototypes, small batches, and high-volume production runs with the same quality standards.

Can a CNC shop handle assembly of multiple parts?

Yes, many CNC shops provide assembly services including hardware insertion, press fits, welding, and sub-assembly. They can ship completed assemblies or kits.

What file formats do I need to submit?

STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, STL, and AutoCAD DWG are commonly accepted. For simple parts, a PDF drawing with dimensions and tolerances is also acceptable.

How do I get a quote from a CNC shop?

Submit your CAD file or drawing through the shop's online form or email. Most shops provide detailed quotes with cost breakdown and lead time within 24 hours.

What certifications should a CNC shop have?

ISO 9001:2015 is the minimum standard. AS9100D is required for aerospace work. IATF 16949 compliance is needed for automotive production. ITAR compliance is required for defense-related projects.

CNC Shop

A CNC shop is a manufacturing facility equipped with computer-controlled machining centers that produce precision components from metals and engineering plastics. CNC shops operate a range of equipment—3, 4, and 5-axis milling machines, CNC turning centers with live tooling, Swiss-type lathes, and EDM—along with secondary operations including surface finishing, welding, and assembly. The shop environment is defined by its ability to take a digital design file and deliver a finished, inspected, and documented part. Services include design review for manufacturability, material sourcing with full certification, process planning, machining, finishing, quality inspection, and logistics. Shops operate under quality management systems such as ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D, with inspection equipment including CMMs, optical comparators, and surface testers. Industries served include aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, semiconductor equipment, robotics, and industrial machinery. Part sizes range from small precision components to large structural parts up to 2,000mm x 800mm x 600mm. Tolerances are held to ±0.05mm standard, with precision work at ±0.01mm and high-precision at ±0.005mm on request. Lead times for prototypes range from 3 to 5 business days, with production orders completed in 10 to 20 business days.

Our CNC Machining Services

From prototype to production — reliable quality, on-time delivery

We provide precision CNC machining services for a wide range of materials including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, brass, titanium, PEEK, PTFE, acetal, nylon, and other engineering plastics. Our manufacturing capabilities cover 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling, as well as CNC turning, suitable for both prototype development and high-volume production runs.

With ISO 9001:2015 certification and a commitment to quality, we serve customers across aerospace, automotive, medical, electronics, industrial equipment, and consumer goods industries. Our in-house capabilities include surface finishing, anodizing, powder coating, heat treatment, and inspection with CMM and optical measurement equipment.

We offer competitive pricing, flexible lead times, and full material traceability. From simple brackets to complex precision components, we deliver parts that meet your specifications with reliable quality and on-time delivery.

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Materials

Aluminum 5083-H111

Aluminum 5083-H111 | 3.3547 | 54300| AlMg4.5Mn0.7

Aluminum 5083 (CNC) is a strain hardening aluminum alloy with excellent corrosion resistance. Suitable for marine applications. Can be welded.

Understand Aluminum 5083-H111

Aluminum 6063

Aluminum 6063 | EN AW-6063 | 62400| AlMg0,7Si

Aluminum 6063 has good mechanical properties and can be heat treated. Suitable for aerospace applications. Can be welded.

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Aluminum 5052

Aluminum 5052 | EN AW-5052 | 3.3523 | AlMg2,5

Aluminum 5052 is a strain hardening aluminum alloy with excellent corrosion resistance. Suitable for marine applications. Can be welded.

Understand Aluminum 5052

Aluminum 2024-T351

Aluminum 2024-T351 | 3.1355 | 24530 | AlCu4Mg1

Aluminum 2024 is a high-strength alloy with excellent fatigue resistance. Suitable for aerospace applications.

Understand Aluminum 2024-T351

Aluminum 7050

Aluminum 7050 | EN AW-7050 | 3.4144| AlZn6CuMgZr

Aluminum 7050 has excellent mechanical properties with good ductility, high strength, toughness and good resistance to fatigue. Suitable for aerospace applications.

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Aluminum MIC-6

Aluminum MIC6

Aluminum MIC6 is a light weight material that can be easily machined at high speed and is free from tension, contaminants and porosity.

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Aluminum 6082-T651

Aluminum 6082-T651 | 3.2315 | 64430 | AlSi1MgMn

Aluminum 6082-T651 (CNC) has very similar composition and properties to 6061, with slightly higher tensile strength. Compliant with British Standards.

Understand Aluminum 6082-T651

Aluminum 2017A

Aluminum 2017A | 3.1325 | 24530 | AlCu4MgSi

Aluminum 2017 has a higher ductility and formability than Aluminum 2014 and has intermediate strength.

Understand Aluminum 2017A

Aluminum 7075-T651

Aluminum 7075-T651 | 3.4365 | 76528 | AlZn5.5MgCu

Aluminum 7075-T651(CNC) is an aerospace-grade material with excellent strength-to-weight ratio and strength and hardness comparable to steels. T651 is the temper of Aluminum 7075, and to achieve this temper, the alloy is solution heat-treated, stress relieved, and then artificially aged.

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Aluminum 2014

Aluminum 2014 | 3.1255 | 24345 | AlCu4SiMg

Aluminum 2014 is easily machined and can be hardened to get strengths comparable to steel, but is prone to corrosion. Suitable for aerospace applications.

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Aluminum 6061-T651

Aluminum 6061-T651 | 3.3211 | 65028 | AlMg1SiCu

Aluminum 6061-T651 is commonly used in aerospace, automotive and construction industry, as it is valued for its high strength, excellent machinability, and good weldability. The "T651" designation indicates that the material has been heat-treated to a specific level of hardness.

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Aluminum 7075-T7351

Aluminum 7075-T7351 | 3.4365 | 76528 | AlZn5.5MgCu

Aluminum 7075-T7351 is commonly used in aerospace and defense applications, as well as automotive and transportation, as it is valued for its high strength, excellent machinability and good fatigue resistance. The "T7351" designation indicates that the material has been heat-treated to a specific level of hardness.

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Aluminum 6061-T6

Aluminum 6061-T6 | 3.3211| 65028| AlMg1SiCu

Aluminum 6061 (CNC) is the most popular aluminum alloy. It has good strength-to-weight ratio, excellent machinability and natural corrosion resistance.

Understand Aluminum 6061-T6

Aluminum 6082

Aluminum 6082 | 3.2315 | 64430| AlSi1MgMn

Aluminum 6082 (CNC) has very similar composition and properties to 6061, with slightly higher tensile strength. Compliant with British Standards.

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Aluminum 6060

Aluminum 6060 | 3.3206 | AlMgSi

Alloy 6060 offers good strength, relatively good corrosion resistance and is suitable for decorative anodizing.

Understand Aluminum 6060

Aluminum 7075-T6

Aluminum 7075-T6 | 3.4365 | 76528 | AlZn5,5MgCu

Aluminum 7075-T6 (CNC) is an aerospace-grade material with excellent strength-to-weight ratio and strength and hardness comparable to steels.

Understand Aluminum 7075-T6

Applications

Aerospace

Structural brackets, housings, and flight control components
Landing gear parts and hydraulic manifolds
Actuator housings and avionics enclosures
Engine mounts and instrumentation brackets

Automotive

Engine blocks, cylinder heads, and intake manifolds
Transmission housings and valve bodies
Suspension control arms and steering knuckles
Brake calipers and EV battery housings

Medical

Surgical instruments and device housings
Orthopedic implant trial components
Diagnostic equipment frames and brackets
Prosthetic and orthotic components

Electronics

Equipment enclosures and chassis frames
Heat sinks and thermal management components
Connector housings and RF shielding parts
Semiconductor wafer handling components

Industrial

Pump housings, valve bodies, and impellers
Robotic arm components and end effectors
Fixture plates, tooling, and machine parts
Conveyor system rollers and guide rails

Consumer

Bicycle frames and sporting equipment
Camera housings and drone components
High-end audio and electronics enclosures

Capabilities

Our CNC shop operates 20+ CNC machining centers including 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis configurations, 8 CNC turning centers with live tooling, and Swiss-type turning capacity up to 32mm diameter. We maintain in-house EDM wire and sinker EDM, welding and assembly stations, and a full inspection lab with CMM, optical comparator, and surface roughness tester. Materials are sourced from certified suppliers with full traceability—aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, brass, copper, Inconel, magnesium, and engineering plastics including PEEK, Acrylic, Nylon, Delrin, PTFE, and PVC. We manage the entire workflow from material procurement to finished, inspected, and packaged parts. Quality systems are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified. Documentation includes material test reports, dimensional inspection reports, certificates of conformance, and AS9102-compliant First Article Inspection upon request.

Finishes

Anodizing

Clear Anodizing (Type II): Transparent protective oxide layer
Hard Anodizing (Type III): Thick, wear-resistant coating for moving surfaces
Color Anodizing: Black, gold, red, blue, and custom colors
Chromic Acid Anodizing: Thin coating for aerospace fatigue-critical parts

Chemical Finishes

Chem-Film (Alodine): Conductive corrosion protection for electronics
Passivation: Surface cleaning and oxide layer stabilization

Plating

Electroless Nickel: Uniform nickel-phosphorus coating with hardness
Zinc Plating: Basic corrosion protection for steel
Hard Chrome: Wear-resistant coating for shafts and bearing surfaces

Coating

Powder Coating: Durable polymer finish in any RAL color
PTFE / Teflon: Low-friction non-stick surface
Black Oxide: Mild corrosion protection for steel parts

Mechanical

Bead Blasting: Uniform matte texture
Brushing: Directional grain pattern
Polishing: High-gloss reflective finish
Tumbling: Edge deburring and surface smoothing

Application Guidelines

Aerospace exterior: Hard anodizing or chromic acid anodizing
Medical devices: Passivation or electropolishing
Consumer visible: Brushing + clear anodizing
High-wear: Hard anodizing (Type III)
Electronics: Chem-film for conductivity
Outdoor: Powder coating or e-coating

Technical Specs

Parameter	Specification
General Capabilities
Materials	Aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, brass, copper, Inconel, magnesium, PEEK, Acrylic, Nylon, Delrin, PTFE, PVC
Max Part Size (Milling)	2,000mm x 800mm x 600mm
Max Part Size (Turning)	600mm diameter x 1,500mm length
Swiss Turning Diameter	Up to 32mm
Max Part Weight	500kg
Min Feature Size	0.5mm (with appropriate tooling)
Tolerances
Standard	±0.05mm (±0.002")
Precision	±0.01mm (±0.0004")
High-Precision	±0.005mm (±0.0002") on request
Surface Finish
As-Machined	Ra 1.6 – 3.2μm
Precision Finish	Ra 0.8μm
High-Precision Finish	Ra 0.4μm on request
Equipment
CNC Milling Centers	20+ (3, 4, and 5-axis)
CNC Turning Centers	8 (with live tooling)
Swiss-Type Turning	Up to 32mm diameter
EDM	Wire and sinker EDM
Quality
Certifications	ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D
Compliance	IATF 16949 (automotive), ITAR (defense)
Inspection	CMM, optical comparator, surface roughness tester, roundness tester
Documentation	MTRs, dimensional reports, COC, FAI per AS9102, PPAP on request
Production
Prototype Lead Time	3 – 5 business days
Production Lead Time	10 – 20 business days
Min Order Quantity	No minimum
Max Production Volume	100,000+ parts per year

FAQs

What services does a CNC shop provide?

A CNC shop provides precision machining services including milling, turning, Swiss turning, EDM, and secondary operations such as surface finishing, welding, and assembly. Shops also offer design review, material sourcing, inspection with documentation, and logistics.
How do I choose the right CNC shop for my project?

Look for relevant certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100), equipment capabilities that match your part requirements, experience in your industry, and transparent communication. Ask for references and sample parts if possible.
What materials can a CNC shop machine?

Most CNC shops machine aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, brass, copper, and engineering plastics including PEEK, Acrylic, Nylon, Delrin, and PTFE. Specialty shops may also machine Inconel, magnesium, and composites.
What is the typical turnaround time?

Prototypes typically ship in 3 to 5 business days. Production orders depend on quantity and complexity, generally 10 to 20 business days. Expedited options are available for urgent projects.
Do CNC shops provide inspection reports?

Yes, standard documentation includes material test reports, dimensional inspection reports, and certificates of conformance. AS9102-compliant First Article Inspection and PPAP documentation are available upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity?

Most CNC shops have no minimum order quantity. They machine single prototypes, small batches, and high-volume production runs with the same quality standards.
Can a CNC shop handle assembly of multiple parts?

Yes, many CNC shops provide assembly services including hardware insertion, press fits, welding, and sub-assembly. They can ship completed assemblies or kits.
What file formats do I need to submit?

STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, STL, and AutoCAD DWG are commonly accepted. For simple parts, a PDF drawing with dimensions and tolerances is also acceptable.
How do I get a quote from a CNC shop?

Submit your CAD file or drawing through the shop's online form or email. Most shops provide detailed quotes with cost breakdown and lead time within 24 hours.
What certifications should a CNC shop have?

ISO 9001:2015 is the minimum standard. AS9100D is required for aerospace work. IATF 16949 compliance is needed for automotive production. ITAR compliance is required for defense-related projects.