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CNC Turning Service

cnc turning service

Our CNC Turning Capabilities

Machines Operating

75

Production Volume

Prototypes to High Volume

Machining Envelope

Φ300mm * 750mm

Typical Geometry

Cylindrical / Rotational Parts

cnc turning capabilities

Surface Finishing Solutions for CNC Turned Parts

  • Anodizing
  • Anodizing
  • Bead Blasting
  • Bead Blasting
  • Electrocoating
  • Electrocoating
  • Electroplating
  • Electroplating
  • Polishing
  • Polishing
  • Powder Coating
  • Powder Coating
  • Sand Blasting
  • Sand Blasting
  • Tumbling
  • Tumbling
Before Surface Finishing
After Surface Finishing
what is cnc turning
What is CNC Turning?

CNC turning is a subtractive manufacturing process in which a workpiece is rotated while a cutting tool removes material to create the required shape. The machining process is controlled by computer-generated programs based on the part's digital design.

CNC turning is particularly suitable for cylindrical and rotational components. It can produce precise outer diameters, internal bores, grooves, tapers, threads, and other rotational features with consistent dimensional accuracy.

what is cnc turning
How does CNC Turning work?

CNC turning creates parts by rotating a workpiece while cutting tools remove material according to programmed toolpaths. Here are the processes of CNC turning at 3DSPRO:

Process: Manufacturability check.
white_arrow_hollowImport files into the CNC turning machines.
white_arrow_hollowSelect the appropriate material and machining method.
white_arrow_hollowOptimize machining parameters and toolpaths.
white_arrow_hollowSecure the workpiece in the CNC turning machine.
white_arrow_hollowCNC turning machine operating.
white_arrow_hollowRemove the machined part from the machine.
white_arrow_hollowPerform deburring and other secondary operations if required.
white_arrow_hollowSurface finishing (optional).
white_arrow_hollowQuality inspection.
white_arrow_hollowPacking and shipping.
how does cnc turning work

CNC Turning Applications

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Motor Mount
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Motor Mount
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Motor Mount

Pros and Cons of CNC Turning

cnc turning advantages
Pros

1. Produces highly accurate cylindrical and rotational components.

2. Can manufacture precise diameters, bores, grooves, tapers, and threads.

3. Supports a wide range of metals and engineering plastics.

4. Provides consistent dimensional accuracy and repeatability.

5. Suitable for both prototypes and production quantities.

cnc turning disadvantages
Cons

1. Primarily suited to rotational or cylindrical geometries.

2. Complex non-rotational features may require additional milling operations.

3. Material is removed from a solid workpiece, resulting in material waste.

4. Parts with complex geometries may require live tooling or additional machining processes.

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