CNC Machining Materials and Corresponding Processes
1. Metallic Materials for CNC Precision Machining and Their Applications
Comprehensive comparison of DT CNC materials (including Алюминий, Нержавеющая сталь, Brass, Стиль, и Титановый сплав), specifications, accuracy, and application areas across different manufacturing processes
| Процесс | 5-Axis CNC |
| Equipment Designation | 5-Axis Machining Center |
| Common Materials |
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| Specifications | Various sizes of plates, round bars |
| Общая постобработка | Spray painting, powder coating, passivation, oxidation, blackening, electrophoretic coating, трафаретная печать, лазерная гравировка, доработка |
| Диапазон допустимых отклонений | ±0.01mm and higher precision requirements |
| Преимущества | Multi-surface structures can be formed in one setup, high precision |
| Disadvantages | Limited workpiece size, slower processing speed, light cutting only |
| Основные области применения | Прототипирование, автомобилестроение, медицина, consumer electronics, игрушки, механическое оборудование, аэрокосмическая отрасль |
| Max. Workpiece Dimensions | 4000×400×150mm |
| Процесс | 3-Axis CNC |
| Equipment Designation | CNC Machining Center |
| Common Materials |
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| Specifications | Various sizes of plates, round bars |
| Общая постобработка | Spray painting, powder coating, passivation, oxidation, blackening, electrophoretic coating, трафаретная печать, лазерная гравировка, доработка |
| Диапазон допустимых отклонений | ±0.01mm and higher precision requirements |
| Преимущества | Fast efficiency, capable of heavy cutting, simple operation, high precision, excellent surface finish |
| Disadvantages | – |
| Основные области применения | Прототипирование, автомобилестроение, медицина, consumer electronics, игрушки, механическое оборудование, аэрокосмическая отрасль |
| Max. Workpiece Dimensions | 1500×800×300mm |
| Процесс | Токарный станок |
| Equipment Designation | CNC Lathe |
| Common Materials |
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| Specifications | Various sizes of plates, round bars |
| Общая постобработка | Spray painting, powder coating, passivation, oxidation, blackening, electrophoretic coating, трафаретная печать, лазерная гравировка, доработка |
| Диапазон допустимых отклонений | ±0.01mm and higher precision requirements |
| Преимущества | Высокая точность, excellent surface finish, high efficiency |
| Disadvantages | – |
| Основные области применения | Прототипирование, автомобилестроение, медицина, consumer electronics, игрушки, механическое оборудование, аэрокосмическая отрасль |
| Max. Workpiece Dimensions | Ø500mm |
| Процесс | Листовой металл |
| Equipment Designation | Sheet Metal Fabrication |
| Common Materials |
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| Specifications | Various sizes of metal sheets |
| Общая постобработка | Spray painting, powder coating, passivation, oxidation, blackening, electrophoretic coating, трафаретная печать, лазерная гравировка, доработка |
| Диапазон допустимых отклонений | ±0.1mm and higher precision requirements |
| Преимущества | Simple process |
| Disadvantages | Lower precision |
| Основные области применения | Прототипирование, автомобилестроение, медицина, consumer electronics, игрушки, механическое оборудование, аэрокосмическая отрасль |
| Max. Workpiece Dimensions | 1500×1000mm |
| Common Materials | Процесс | Specifications | Общая постобработка | Диапазон допустимых отклонений | Преимущества | Disadvantages | Основные области применения | Max. Workpiece Dimensions |
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| 5-Axis CNC | Various sizes of plates, round bars | Spray painting, powder coating, passivation, oxidation, blackening, electrophoretic coating, трафаретная печать, лазерная гравировка, доработка | ±0.01mm and higher precision requirements | Multi-surface structures can be formed in one setup, high precision | Limited workpiece size, slower processing speed, light cutting only | Прототипирование, автомобилестроение, медицина, consumer electronics, игрушки, механическое оборудование, аэрокосмическая отрасль | 4000×400×150mm |
| 3-Axis CNC | Fast efficiency, capable of heavy cutting, simple operation, high precision, excellent surface finish | – | 1500×800×300mm | |||||
| Токарный станок | Высокая точность, excellent surface finish, high efficiency | – | Ø500mm | |||||
| Листовой металл | Various sizes of metal sheets | ±0.1mm and higher precision requirements | Simple process | Lower precision | 1500×1000mm |
2. Plastic Materials for CNC Precision Machining and Their Applications
| Материалы | Описание / Key Properties | Application Scenarios | Typical Use Cases |
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| ABS | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene copolymer. Offers good rigidity, toughness, and vibration damping. Экономически выгодно, but has limited temperature resistance and UV stability. | Electronic enclosures, household appliances, automotive components, прототипирование | Robot housing prototypes, door hinge prototypes, consumer electronics housings |
| Акрил (ПММА) | Polymethyl methacrylate. High transparency and good weatherability. Prone to scratching and relatively brittle. | Optical lenses, display stands, light fixtures, медицинское оборудование | Automotive light covers, advertising light boxes, surgical instrument housings, translucent decorative panels |
| Делрин (POM) | Polyoxymethylene. High strength, low friction, excellent wear resistance, and dimensional stability. Poor resistance to strong acids. | Gears, bearings, automotive parts, electronic components | Door lock systems, fuel system components, industrial gears, medical inhalers |
| Нейлон (PA) | Polyamide. Good wear resistance, high toughness, and chemical resistance. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture). | Mechanical parts, gaskets, automotive components, industrial gears | Valve cover caps, transmission gears, wear-resistant spacers |
| PP | Polypropylene. Excellent chemical resistance, high fatigue strength, and lightweight. Low rigidity. | Chemical containers, furniture, automotive interiors, медицинское оборудование | Automotive components (Например:, Ford cases), food containers, medical trays |
| HDPEK | High-Density Polyethylene. Impact-resistant, moisture-resistant, easy to process. Low stiffness. | Pipes, storage containers, outdoor furniture, игрушки | Conveyor system guides, chemical storage tanks, marine buoys |
| PE | Polyethylene (includes HDPE and LDPE). Good chemical resistance and electrical insulation. Low strength. | Packaging, insulating parts, low-load structural components | Packaging containers, insulating housings, simple structural parts |
| PC | Polycarbonate. High impact resistance, transparency, and heat resistance. Susceptible to stress cracking. | Automotive light covers, electronic screens, safety shields, optical components | Headlamp lenses, bullet-resistant glass, electronic device housings |
| PEI (ULTEM) | Polyetherimide. Высокая термостойкость, высокая прочность, flame retardant. Более высокая стоимость. | Аэрокосмическая отрасль, medical sterilization equipment, electronic insulation components | High-temperature gears, aerospace components, medical tool housings |
| PEEK | Polyether Ether Ketone. Excellent high-temperature performance, wear resistance, and chemical inertness. Challenging to machine. | Аэрокосмическая отрасль, медицинские имплантаты, high-performance mechanical parts | Sensor mounting blocks, compressor valve plates, artificial joints |
| POM | Polyoxymethylene (similar to Delrin). Low friction and high rigidity. Often used for precision components. | Precision gears, bearings, automotive accessories | Industrial gears, sliding elements, mechanical components |
Примечание: The information above is for your reference. Material selection should be further evaluated according to specific engineering requirements (Например:, load, environment, стоимость).