CNC Machining Materials Guide

Use this CNC machining materials guide to compare metal and plastic options for custom machined parts. Material choice affects strength, Gewicht, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, Leitfähigkeit, Hitzebeständigkeit, tolerance stability, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, und Inspektionsanforderungen.

CNC machining materials guide for metal and plastic parts

Common CNC Machining Materials Used by JADE-CNC

JADE-CNC manufactures prototype and production parts from commercially available metal CNC machining materials and plastic CNC machining materials, and can also review customer-supplied materials when required. This material guide helps buyers compare CNC material properties, machining behavior, Endwirkung, tolerance stability, and inspection needs before sending an RFQ.

Metal CNC machining materials for precision parts

Metall-CNC-Bearbeitung

Metal CNC machined parts are commonly made from aluminum, Edelstahl, Kupfer, Messing, Titan, and alloy steel when strength, Steifigkeit, Leitfähigkeit, Hitzebeständigkeit, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, or dimensional stability is required. JADE-CNC can review aluminum CNC machining, stainless steel machining, copper machining, Titanbearbeitung, alloy machining, and related finishing or inspection requirements according to the drawing.

Optionen für CNC-Bearbeitungsmaterialien aus Superlegierungen

Superlegierungs-CNC-Bearbeitung

High-temperature and corrosion-resistant alloys may be selected for demanding industrial parts when strength, Hitzebeständigkeit, and inspection requirements justify the machining difficulty. JADE-CNC reviews tooling, Schnittstrategie, and quality requirements before quotation.

Heat sink materials for CNC machined thermal components

Kühlkörper-CNC-Bearbeitung

Heat sink materials and geometry affect thermal performance, machining cost, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, und Montage. JADE-CNC reviews fins, channels, Ebenheit, Material, and finish requirements before machining heat sink components.

Kovar alloy CNC machining material for precision components

Kovar-Legierung CNC-Bearbeitung

Kovar alloy is used when controlled thermal expansion is important for glass, ceramic, or semiconductor-related assemblies. Drawing requirements, Toleranzkontrolle, and inspection should be reviewed before machining.

Plastic CNC machining materials for custom parts

CNC-Bearbeitung von Kunststoffen

Engineering plastics such as ABS, Acryl, Polycarbonat, Nylon, SPÄHEN, PTFE, and acetal can be used for plastic machining when lightweight, isolierend, transparent, chemically resistant, or low-friction parts are required. Materialstabilität, moisture absorption, Gratkontrolle, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, and tolerance behavior should be reviewed early.

One-stop CNC machining material and finishing support

CNC-Bearbeitungslösung aus einer Hand

For projects that need machining, Abschluss, Inspektion, und Montageunterstützung, JADE-CNC coordinates the manufacturing workflow so drawings, Materialanforderungen, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, quality checks, and delivery expectations stay aligned.

Material Selection Reference

Leitfaden zur Materialauswahl für die CNC-Bearbeitung

Material selection affects machining cost, Dimensionsstabilität, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, Stärke, Gewicht, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, Leitfähigkeit, and final inspection. JADE-CNC can review material options based on the drawing, Teilfunktion, production quantity, Abschlussanforderung, und Anwendungsumgebung.

The values below are typical references for early material comparison. Final material choice, equivalent grade, finish compatibility, and inspection requirements should be confirmed during RFQ and engineering review.
Material Kategorie Schlüsseleigenschaften Bearbeitbarkeit Typical CNC Applications Optionen für die Oberflächenbeschaffenheit
Aluminium 6061-T6AluminiumGeneral-purpose, leicht, korrosionsbeständigExzellentGehäuse, Klammern, Vorrichtungen, KommunikationsteileEloxieren, Perlenstrahlen, Pulverbeschichtung
Aluminum 7075-T6AluminiumHigh strength-to-weight ratioGutStructural brackets, Robotikkomponenten, precision framesHartanodisieren, Perlenstrahlen
Edelstahl 304EdelstahlCorrosion resistant, widely availableMediumIndustrial parts, medical device components, VorrichtungenPassivierung, Polieren, Perlenstrahlen
Edelstahl 316EdelstahlBetter corrosion resistance in harsh environmentsMediumMedizinisch, Marine, chemical-exposure componentsPassivierung, electropolishing
Kohlenstoffstahl 1018KohlenstoffstahlLow carbon, kostengünstig, leicht zu bearbeitenExzellentGeneral machinery parts, Teller, WellenBlack oxide, zinc plating, Malerei
Copper C110KupferHigh thermal and electrical conductivityGerechtHeat-transfer parts, busbars, RF componentsPolieren, Vernickelung
Brass C360MessingFree-cutting, stable finish, good conductivityExzellentAnschlüsse, Ventile, fittings, DrehteileNickel plating, Polieren
POM / DelrinEngineering PlasticGeringe Reibung, stabil, good wear propertiesExzellentGetriebe, sliding parts, Vorrichtungen, BuchsenWie bearbeitet
SPÄHENHigh-Performance PlasticHigh temperature and chemical resistanceGutMedizinisch, aerospace-adjacent, demanding engineering partsWie bearbeitet
PCEngineering PlasticImpact resistance and possible transparencyGutAbdeckungen, protective parts, transparent componentsPolieren, Malerei

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What JADE-CNC Reviews Before CNC Material Selection

Choosing a CNC machining material is not only about selecting a grade from a list. The right material should match the part function, machining method, tolerance requirement, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, Anwendungsumgebung, und Inspektionsbedarf.

CNC material function review for machined parts

Material Function

JADE-CNC reviews whether the part needs strength, low weight, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, electrical conductivity, Hitzebeständigkeit, Verschleißfestigkeit, Isolierung, or dimensional stability.

CNC material machinability review for custom parts

Bearbeitbarkeit

Different metals and plastics affect tool wear, Schnittgeschwindigkeit, Gratkontrolle, surface quality, and machining cost. The machining route should match the material behavior.

Tolerance stability review for CNC machining materials

Tolerance Stability

Material stress, Wandstärke, Wärmebehandlung, moisture absorption, and part geometry can affect dimensional stability during and after machining.

Surface finish compatibility review for CNC materials

Surface Finish Compatibility

Eloxieren, Überzug, Passivierung, Polieren, Perlenstrahlen, Malerei, and coating requirements should be checked against the selected material and functional surfaces.

Inspection and traceability review for CNC machined materials

Inspection and Traceability

For projects that need reports or material records, JADE-CNC can coordinate dimensional checks, selected feature inspection, materielle Bestätigung, und Dokumentationspflichten.

Common CNC machining materials include aluminum, Edelstahl, carbon steel, legierter Stahl, Kupfer, Messing, Titan, POM, SPÄHEN, PTFE, PC, ABS, Acryl, Nylon, und andere technische Kunststoffe.

Start from the part function. Stärke, Gewicht, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, Leitfähigkeit, Hitzebeständigkeit, tolerance stability, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, and inspection requirements should be considered together.

Common aluminum grades include 6061, 7075, 2024, 5052, 6063, and MIC-6 tooling plate. Each grade has different strength, Bearbeitbarkeit, Korrosionsbeständigkeit, und Abschlussverhalten.

Stainless steel is often selected when corrosion resistance, Stärke, Verschleißfestigkeit, or appearance is important. 304 Und 316 are common options for CNC machined stainless steel parts.

Copper and brass are often used when electrical conductivity, Wärmeleitfähigkeit, or stable machining of small turned features is important.

Ja. POM, SPÄHEN, PTFE, PC, ABS, Acryl, Nylon, and other plastics can be CNC machined, but material movement, Gratkontrolle, moisture absorption, and tolerance behavior should be reviewed.

Ja. Material cost, Bearbeitbarkeit, Werkzeugverschleiß, setup difficulty, Endbearbeitungsanforderungen, and inspection needs all affect CNC machining cost.

Ja. Eloxieren, Überzug, Passivierung, Polieren, Perlenstrahlen, Malerei, and coating results depend on material grade, Oberflächenzustand, Geometrie, und Maskierungspflichten.

Customer-supplied materials can be reviewed when material grade, Lagerform, certification needs, Bearbeitungszugabe, and handling requirements are clear.

Please send 3D CAD files, 2D-Zeichnungen, material grade or preferred options, Anwendungsumgebung, Toleranzhinweise, Anforderungen an die Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, Menge, und Inspektionsbedarf.