Table of Contents What Are Alloys? Different Aluminum Alloys for CNC Machining Heat-Treatable Alloys Aluminum 2024-T4 Aluminum 6061 Aluminum 6082 Aluminum MIC 6 Aluminum 7075 Non-heat-treatable Alloys Aluminum 3003 Aluminum 5052 Conclusion What Are Alloys? Alloys are metals mixed with…
Table of Contents 3D Printing Definition How it works Advantages of 3D printing Disadvantages of 3D printing CNC Machining Definition How it works Advantages of CNC machining Disadvantages of CNC machining 3D Printing vs CNC Machining Manufacturing Workflows Materials Cost…
Table of Contents What Is Stainless Steel? History Composition Chromium (Cr) Nickel (Ni) Carbon (C) Manganese (Mn) Molybdenum (Mo) What Makes Stainless Steel Stainless? Properties Corrosion Resistance Strength and Durability Heat Resistance Hygienic Properties Aesthetic Appeal Types Austenitic Stainless Steels…
Table of Contents What is Electroplating? How Does Electroplating Work? Electrolysis Electrodes Plating bath Deposition of the metal Types of Electroplating Metals for Electroplating Electroplating and Tolerances Edge build-up Barrel Plating vs Rack Plating Hard-to-flow areas Electroplate Plastics How are…
Table of Contents Curing Typical Work Flow in Rubber Molding 1. Mixing 2. Pre-forming 3. Compression Molding 3. Post-curing The 4 most popular Rubber Molding Processes Compression Molding Injection molding Transfer molding Rubber Extrusion Comparison of Rubber Molding Processes: Other…
Table of Contents Investment Casting Steps of the Investment Casting Process Creating the Wax Pattern Assembly Ceramic Dipping Wax Removal Metal Filling Cutting the Shell Finishing Advantages of Investment Casting Suitable for Complex Designs Zero Draft Angles Lower Tooling Cost…
Plastic for CNC Machining ABS Plastic Benefits Drawbacks Nylon Benefits Drawbacks Acrylic Benefits Drawbacks Delrin/POM Benefits Drawbacks Polycarbonate Benefits Drawbacks HDPE Benefits Drawbacks Conclusion Plastics are a big part of the modern manufacturing industry because they are easy to find,…
Table of Contents What is High Pressure Die Casting? Evolution History of High-Pressure Die Casting How Does High-Pressure Die Casting Work? Mold Preparation Injection Part Removal Trimming Advantages of High Pressure Die Casting Higher Production Rates Good Quality Parts Manufactured…
Table of Contents Is Outsourcing CNC Machining Cost-Effective for Your Business? 1. Access to advanced technology and equipment 2. Expertise and experience 3. Cost savings 4. Faster turnaround times 5. Flexibility Why Should You Outsource Your CNC Machining Projects to China? 1. Market Trends 2. Techniques 3. Improvements…
Table of Contents Types of CNC Machines How 4-axis CNC Machining Works Axis movement Tools used in 4-axis CNC machining 4-axis CNC machining process Materials machined with a 4-axis CNC machine Benefits of 4-axis CNC Machining Increased precision Faster production…