Engineering-focused material guides for CNC machining, including metals and plastics commonly used for prototypes and production. Each material page covers machinability, tolerance behavior, applications, and design notes.
17-4 PH stainless steel is one of the most widely used precipitation-hardening stainless steels. The alloy offers a unique combination of high strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, and good machinability, making it suitable for demanding applications in aerospace, defense, medical, oil and gas, and general engineering. Its balance of mechanical performance and fabricability places it in …
When manufacturing demands high dimensional accuracy, reliable conductivity, and consistent mechanical properties, custom brass parts are often the ideal choice. Brass’s machinability makes it compatible with complex part geometries, but to achieve repeatable, high-quality results, CNC turning remains the most efficient and cost-effective method for machined brass parts.It offers precision, speed, and flexibility—especially crucial …
