Aluminum alloys are an excellent choice for clients looking to make durable parts on a budget. Aluminum is available in several alloys ranging from the 1000 to 7000 series, all with varying levels of excellent strength-to-weight ratio and high durability.
It is versatile and used for production in CNC machining, aluminum extrusion, and sheet metal fabrication processes. 6061 is the most popular grade aluminum material for CNC machining. Aluminum 6063 is good to be extruded, and aluminum 5052 is excellent for sheet metal forming. Aluminum has widespread uses due to its low bulk cost, natural corrosion resistance, high tensile strengths, good thermal and electrical conductivity, and relatively easier machinability.
Depending on your choices, aluminum can be finished in an array of ways, including anodization, which increases its corrosion resistance, and strength across the surface area of your part.
Steel alloy is boasts of high tensile strength, heat resistance, good plasticity, and toughness. Steel alloys vary in their properties but are all very desirable for making high-quality parts with excellent mechanical attributes, part accuracy, and high repeatability. Parts made from steel alloys can be finished in an array of methods that embody both aesthetic and protective functions.
Stainless steel is available in the 301, 304, 303, 306, 420, 440C, 416, 430, and more. The stainless steel alloy of 303, 304 and 316 all have various levels of very good corrosion, chemical, and heat resistance. The 440C has the highest strength and hardness, while the 304 and 316 are non-magnetic alloys. Steel 440C is tougher and more rust-resistant due to the presence of carbon and chromium in its alloy. 303SS is generally used for CNC turning. 304SS is good to be used in CNC machining and sheet metal.
Overall, steel is one of the most versatile and popular choices for making high-strength parts with persevering levels of reliability through CNC operations or Sheet metal processing
We also stock copper, bronze, magnesium, brass, and titanium for varying applications in electrical works, automotive and aerospace applications.
Magnesium has a high strength-to-weight ratio and is suitable for parts where strength is desired at the expense of weight. Brass has excellent electrical conductivity, low friction and a laudable cosmetic appearance.
Titanium plays a pivotal role in aerospace and automotive bodies, as well as orthopedic applications in the medical and dental industries. It is strong, corrosion-resistant, sterilizable and bio-compatible.
The material listed below are all good for CNC machining Some materials like cooper can be also used for sheet metal forming.
An extensive list of commercial and high-grade thermoplastic materials are available for both one-off prototyping, low-volume production and custom end-use parts. Choose from a range of materials with high strength, clarity, visibility, chemical resistance, food-grade, impact resistance, strength-to-weight ratio, stiffness, flame retardant attributes and other mechanical and structural properties. Our applications are most popular around materials like ABS, Acrylic, PEEK, Nylon, Propylene, PTFE, Delrin (Acetal), Polypropylene, PMMA, PC, PVC, and PET, all suitable for CNC machining operations
We have different types of urethane materials for urethane/vacuum casting services. We stock natural, rigid urethane with high heat resistance, as well as other urethane types available in different colors, transparency, translucency and finishes. We also provide flexible urethane for clients looking for custom prototyping and low-volume productions.
