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Precision machining with tight tolerances and advanced finishing capabilities, as quick as 1 day.
Explore versatility and cost-efficiency through flexible application choices.
FDM, SLS, SLA, PolyJet, MJF services.
High-quality parts and low price
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Why Choose 91mns
Our vision is to simplify manufacturing complexities and shorten project cycles for our customers through our rich manufacturing and design experience. Our success is defined by our customers' success
High-Volume Production
High-quality steel tooling for production, delivered in a matter of weeks.
Craft precise and accurate custom mechanicals with top quality
Lower tooling costs, high-quality durable parts
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91mns Industries
Our vision is to simplify manufacturing complexities and shorten project cycles for our customers through our rich manufacturing and design experience. Our success is defined by our customers' success
CNC Turning
CNC turning is a machining process that utilizes computer-controlled lathes to shape cylindrical parts, offering precision, efficiency, and versatility in manufacturing.
CNC Machining Materials
Metals
Aluminum
Types: 6061-T6, 7075-T6, 6061,7075,7050, 2024, 5052, 6063, MIC6
Finishing Options: Alodine, Anodizing Types II, III, III + PTFE, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing
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Properties: Aluminum is lightweight yet strong, with excellent machinability and corrosion resistance. Ideal for aerospace and automotive parts.
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Brass
Types: 274, 280, 360 Brass
Finishing Options: Media Blasting
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Properties: Brass is durable and has a low friction coefficient, which makes it suitable for fittings, tools, and musical instruments that require precision.
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Bronze
Types: 932 Bearing Bronze
Finishing Options: Media Blasting, hand polishing
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Properties: Bronze is highly resistant to corrosion and metal fatigue, favored for bearings, bushings, and marine hardware.
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Copper
Types: Copper 101,110,103
Finishing Options: Media Blasting, hand polishing
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Properties: Copper is known for its superior electrical conductivity and thermal properties, making it perfect for electrical components and heat exchangers.
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Stainless Steel
Types: 303, 304L, 316L, 410, 416, 440C, 17-4PH, Nitronic 60
Finishing Options: Black Oxide, Electropolishing, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Passivation, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing, Zinc Plating
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Properties: Stainless steel is renowned for its corrosion resistance, making it a prime choice for medical devices and food processing equipment.
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Steel
Types: 4140, 4130, A514, 4340, 1018, 1020,1045, 1215
Finishing Options: Black Oxide, Electropolishing, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Passivation, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing, Zinc Plating
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Properties: Steel is an alloy with high tensile strength and durability, commonly used in construction and automotive industries for its robustness.
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Titanium
Types: Titanium Alloy TA1
Titanium Alloy TA2
Titanium Alloy TC4/Ti-6Al 4V
Finishing Options: Media Blasting, Passivation, Powdercoating
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Properties: Titanium boasts the highest strength-to-density ratio among metals, highly resistant to corrosion and fatigue, ideal for aerospace, medical, and marine applications.
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Plastics
ABS
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Colors: natural(beige),black
Properties: ABS is strong, durable, and offers good resistance to heat and impact. It’s preferred for automotive components and consumer goods.
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Acrylic/PMMA
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Finishing Options: hand polishing
Colors: clear, matt
Properties: PMMA, or acrylic, is known for its crystal clarity and weather resistance, making it ideal for outdoor fixtures and display cases.
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Delrin(POM)
Types: 150, AF (13% PTFE Filled), 30% Glass Filled
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Colors: black,white
Properties: POM is strong, with a low friction surface and good dimensional stability, perfect for precision parts in mechanical applications.
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Garolite G-10
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Colors: green,yellow
Properties: Garolite G-10 has high strength, rigidity, impact resistance, and is an excellent electrical insulating material. It is commonly used in the aerospace, electronics, and automotive industries.
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HDPE
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Colors: black,white
Properties: HDPE is known for its high strength-to-density ratio, resistance to impacts, and is used in making bottles and corrosion-resistant piping.
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Nylon
Types:
PA(Nylon)
PA6 (Nylon)+GF15
PA6 (Nylon)+GF30
PA66
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Colors: black,white,natural(Beige)
Properties: Nylon is versatile, strong, and wears well against friction, commonly used for gears, bearings, and other wear-resistant surfaces.
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PEEK
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Colors: natural（beige）,Black
Properties: PEEK is renowned for its high temperature resistance and strength, often used in aerospace and medical implant manufacturing.
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Polycarbonate
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Finishing Options: Vapor polishing
Colors: Clear, black,white
Properties: Polycarbonate is extremely durable and has high impact resistance, along with excellent clarity, used for bullet-proof glass and protective gear.
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Polypropylene
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Colors: White, black
Properties: Polypropylene is tough, has excellent chemical resistance, and is used for automotive parts, containers, and in packaging.
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PTFE
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Colors: black,white
Properties: PTFE is known for its outstanding chemical resistance and low friction, making it perfect for non-stick coatings and gaskets.
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UHMW
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Colors: black,white
Properties: UHMW (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is a versatile material known for its exceptional wear resistance, low friction coefficient, chemical resistance, and excellent impact resistance. It finds widespread applications in industries such as logistics, packaging, food processing, automotive, and medical.
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Ultem
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Colors: Naturally translucent amber color, frosted when machined
Properties: ULTEM is a high-temperature, high-strength thermoplastic material known for its excellent fatigue resistance, chemical resistance, superior insulation properties, and high rigidity. It finds extensive applications in industries such as aerospace, medical, electronics, automotive.
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Surface Finishing Options for custom parts
Surface Finishing Options for custom parts meet your diverse surfacetreatment needs, enhancing both the durability and aesthetics of yourcomponents.Our advanced finishing techniques, including powdercoating, anodizing, and plating, provide superior protection againstcorrosion, wear, and environmental factors. These finishes also offerimproved performance and an attractive appearance, ensuring yourproducts meet the highest quality standards.
About the CNC Turning Process
Learn More About CNC Turning
Three Key Checkpoints to Ensure Prototype Quality
Quality is the lifeblood of an enterprise, and its importance cannot be overstated. In the prototype industry, for example, rework due to quality issues not only affects the entire production schedule but also impacts employee morale, potentially leading to further problems.
Guide to Rapid Prototyping in Product Development
Prototyping is a crucial part of the product development process, but traditionally it has been a bottleneck. Product designers and engineers use basic tools to create provisional proof-of-concept models, but producing functional prototypes and production-quality parts often requires the same processes as the final product.
Understanding Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is a specialized process that enables the creation of complex parts without direct contact with the workpiece.
Selection of Machining Tools for CNC Machine Operation
With the rapid development of the manufacturing industry and the continuous advancement of machining technology, more and more machining methods are utilizing CNC machines.
CNC Machining: The Backbone of Modern Manufacturing and Innovation
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining is a technology that uses computer-controlled automated tools to perform precision machining.
CNC Turning FAQs
Q What is CNC turning?
CNC turning is a computer numerical control machining process that involves rotating a workpiece while a cutting tool removes material to create the desired shape. It is commonly used for cylindrical parts and achieves precision machining through automated control and programmed instructions.
Q How does CNC turning differ from conventional turning?
CNC turning differs from conventional turning in that it utilizes computer control systems to guide the cutting tool's movement and automate the process. This results in improved accuracy, repeatability, and the ability to create complex shapes. Conventional turning, on the other hand, requires manual operation and lacks the same level of precision and automation.
Q What materials can be processed with CNC turning?
CNC turning can be used to process a wide range of materials, including metals such as aluminum, steel, brass, and titanium, as well as plastics and various composite materials. The specific cutting tools and machining parameters may vary depending on the material being turned.
Q What are the main components of a CNC turning machine?
A CNC turning machine consists of several key components, including a spindle that holds and rotates the workpiece, a turret or tool post that holds the cutting tools, a tailstock for support, and a control panel or computer interface for programming and operation. The machine may also include additional features such as automatic tool changers and coolant systems.
Q What are the advantages of CNC turning?
CNC turning offers several advantages, including high precision, repeatability, and the ability to efficiently produce complex geometries. It allows for faster and more accurate machining compared to manual turning, reduces human error, and enables the production of parts with tight tolerances.
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