What Are The Advantages Of CNC Turning?

CNC turning is ideal for manufacturing cylindrical parts due to its high precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. It offers tight tolerances, fast production speeds, and excellent repeatability, making it perfect for both small and large production runs. The process minimizes material waste and lowers labor costs, making it an economical choice.

What Parts Can Be Made With A CNC Turning Machine?

CNC turning is widely used to produce high-precision cylindrical components across various industries. Common parts include shafts, pins, axles, valve components, and surgical instruments, among others.

Why Choose Horizon As Your CNC Turning Parts Supplier?

Horizon is a leading machined parts manufacturer, specializing in rapid prototyping and production. With over 15 years of experience in CNC lathe service, we offer instant pricing, DFM feedback, and fast delivery. Our expertise ensures tight tolerances and high-quality results. Contact us today for direct online quotes.

How Does CNC Turning Work?

For cylindrical components like pins, shafts, spacers, or any parts with rotational symmetry, CNC turning is often the most cost-effective machining method. Lathes create these parts quickly, accurately and with excellent repeatability. At Horizon, we provide high-quality CNC lathe services to meet your exact specifications.

CNC turning is a cutting process where the primary motion is the rotation of the workpiece, and the auxiliary motion is the linear or curved feed of the cutting tool. Through the lathe spindle driving the workpiece to rotate and the coordinated targeted movement of the cutting tool, material is gradually removed from the workpiece, ultimately producing the desired product. This process is particularly suitable for manufacturing parts with revolved symmetric features. Key Differences from CNC Milling •Differing Primary Moving Components: In CNC turning, the workpiece rotates while the cutting tool remains stationary or only performs linear feeds; in CNC milling, the cutting tool rotates, and the workpiece is either fixed or moved, allowing the tool to approach the workpiece from multiple directions for processing. •Suitability for Different Shapes: Due to the rotational nature of the workpiece, CNC turning excels at processing revolved surfaces (e.g., cylindrical surfaces, conical surfaces, arc surfaces, threads, etc.), typically achieving higher precision and better surface quality compared to milling. In contrast, milling is more flexible, capable of processing planes, complex curved surfaces, irregular profiles, and other non-revolved geometries. CNC turning delivers dimensional accuracy of up to ±0.01mm or higher. Benefiting from its high degree of automation, it not only enables rapid prototyping but is also well-suited for mass production. By significantly shortening the production cycle, it helps you quickly verify samples and seize the first-mover advantage in the market.

What Is Your Standard Lead Time For CNC Machined Parts?

Based on our past CNC machining orders, over 90% are completed within about 7 days. Simple parts can be finished in as little as 2 days, while complex or large parts may take 15 days or more. Quantity also affects the lead time. Through our global CNC machining network, we can produce your parts from partner shops in the US and Europe to help shorten shipping time.

How Can I Reduce The Cost Of My CNC Machined Parts?

First of all, make sure your parts are designed to be CNC machining–friendly. For example, avoid features such as sharp corners, deep pockets, and thin walls. Secondly, choose the right CNC machining company for your project. For simple and small parts, you can easily find small CNC machine shops that offer competitive pricing. However, if you need high-precision parts with complex geometries, a company like Horizon — equipped with advanced multi-axis CNC mills, lathes, and full inspection facilities — would be a better fit.

What Are Your Advantages Compared To Online CNC Quotation Platforms?

Our production engineers personally review every RFQ we receive to ensure that the material selection and machining costs are accurately evaluated. In contrast, most online CNC quotation systems are still not accurate enough to reflect real manufacturing conditions. (Read more in our case study.)

What Are Your CNC Machining Tolerances?

Horizon is recognized as one of the leading CNC machining companies in China, known for its quality, speed, and customer support. With our high-precision CNC equipment, we can typically achieve tolerances of ±0.02 mm and, in some cases, as tight as ±0.01 mm. Please note that tighter tolerances may increase production costs.

What Is Horizon’s CNC Machining Capacity?

Horizon operates two CNC machining facilities equipped with over 60 CNC milling and turning machines. With more than 40 experienced technical experts, we are capable of producing up to 5,000 different types of CNC machined parts in-house. In addition, through our verified manufacturing partners within our network, we can handle extra CNC machining orders without capacity limits.

Can You Offer CNC Machining DFM?

As soon as we receive your RFQ, our engineers will review your CAD files and provide design feedback and optimization suggestions for CNC machining if needed. This helps ensure better part quality and identifies opportunities to reduce CNC machining costs, which can lower the unit price.

How Much Does CNC Machining Cost?

Prices start at around $50, but vary depending on part complexity, quantity, and lead time. The best way to get an accurate estimate is to submit a 3D CAD model and receive an interactive quote along with design-for-manufacturability (DFM) feedback. Thanks to our proprietary software and automated fixturing processes, there are no upfront non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs. This makes production of quantities as low as 1 to 200 parts cost-effective. Compared to 3D printing, prices are similar to slightly higher, but CNC machining provides superior material properties and surface finishes.

What Are The Challenges Of CNC Machining?

CNC machining is generally more cost-effective for simple parts. While complex geometries can be produced, they often require multi-axis setups, which increase both time and cost. Tool access can limit design flexibility, as the size and angle of cutting tools affect reach. High setup costs can raise per-part prices for small batches. Additionally, as a subtractive process, CNC machining generates material waste. However, raw material blanks are typically less expensive than the powders used in additive manufacturing, which helps offset waste-related costs.

What Are The Advantages of CNC Machining?

CNC machining offers key advantages over 3D printing, injection molding, and laser cutting: It is fast and cost-effective for simple parts, such as base plates with holes or grooves. CNC machines can achieve tight tolerances of ±0.01 mm and deliver smooth surface finishes down to Ra 0.8, making them ideal for painting or anodizing. They also accommodate a wide range of part sizes—from large components up to 600 mm × 3,000 mm to tiny features cut with 0.05 mm tools on precision 5-axis mills.

What ls CNC Machining?

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining is a precise and efficient manufacturing process that uses automated cutting tools to shape metal or plastic parts. Depending on part complexity, we use 3-axis, 4-axis, or 5-axis milling machines, lathes, or routers. Once we receive your 3D CAD model, our skilled machinists program optimized tool paths to reduce costs and ensure tight tolerances. Learn more about the CNC machining process.

What Are The Applications Of CNC Milling?

CNC milling is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, electronics, and custom manufacturing for producing precision components.

What Are The Advantages Of CNC Milling?

CNC milling offers precision manufacturing with tight tolerances and smooth finishes, producing high-quality parts in various shapes. It is cost-effective for prototyping and low-volume production, with high-speed machining enabling quick turnaround. The process ensures repeatability for consistent, large-batch production. CNC machining handles a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites. With CAD software, designs can be easily programmed and modified for efficient customization. This combination of precision, versatility, and speed makes CNC milling ideal for industries requiring complex, reliable components.

What Is The Difference Between CNC Milling And CNC Router?

CNC milling is used for the precision machining of harder materials and complex parts, while CNC routing is better suited for high-speed cutting of softer materials and larger-scale projects. CNC milling machines operate with higher precision and are ideal for creating complex, high-precision parts with intricate details, such as mechanical components, molds, and aerospace parts. CNC routers focus on softer materials like wood, plastic, and foam. They typically offer less precision than CNC mills, as they are primarily designed for high-speed, large-area cutting of flat or simple 3D shapes.

What Is The Difference Between CNC Milling And CNC Turning?

Both are subtractive manufacturing processes. In CNC milling, the cutting tool moves to remove material from a stationary workpiece. It is ideal for creating complex flat or 3D shapes. In CNC turning, the workpiece rotates while a stationary cutting tool removes material. This method is best suited for producing cylindrical or round parts.

When Can My CNC Machining Orders Be Ready?

Simple CNC machining parts finished in approximately 2 days. Over 90% of CNC machining orders are completed within 7 days. Complex or large parts may require more than 15 days to complete.

Can You Offer CNC Milling DFM (Design For Manufacturability)?

We provide free DFM (Design for Manufacturability) analysis for all CNC machining services to help optimize your design for cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing. Once we receive your RFQ, our sales representative will contact you within 48 hours. Our engineers will review your CAD file and provide feedback, along with optimization suggestions for CNC machining if necessary. Our goal is to improve part quality and identify opportunities to reduce machining costs, ultimately helping to lower your unit price.

Why Choose Horizon As Your CNC Milling Supplier?

Horizon operates two CNC machining workshops with over 60 advanced CNC machines, enabling rapid turnaround from prototype to production. Through our custom CNC machining services, we deliver precision parts in as fast as one day, with most orders completed within five days. Backed by over 15 years of experience, our skilled engineers and machinists manage every machining process with expert design support, clear communication, and precision manufacturing. Rigorous quality assurance processes ensure consistent accuracy for both prototypes and production parts. We are proud to serve as your reliable manufacturing partner, committed to your success.

What Is CNC Milling And How Does It Work?

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) milling machines process parts by securing the material or workpiece to the machine bed. A high-speed spindle holds the cutting tool to remove material. The spindle and bed move horizontally and vertically to adjust the workpiece’s position, enabling precise cuts of different shapes and depths. Machines with multi-axes allow the tool to reach various surfaces and complex areas, reducing the need for multiple program setups.

Can 5-Axis Provide Tight Tolerances?

Yes, 5-axis machining can deliver tight tolerances. It can access five sides of a part in a single setup, reducing the need for multiple setups and minimizing errors from repositioning. Typically, it achieves precision levels as high as 0.005 mm.

What Is The Difference Between 3, 4, And 5-Axis Machining?

3-axis machining is ideal for basic geometries and cost-effective production. 4-axis machining adds rotational flexibility, making it suitable for long parts with side features. 5-axis machining provides maximum versatility and precision, allowing for complex, multi-directional milling in a single setup.

When Does 5-Axis Machining Make Sense?

Because of the flexibility offered by 5-axis machining, it should be used to create the most complex shapes and details in parts. The stability of the tool also provides a smoother and more consistent finish.

With a 3-axis CNC machine, the spindle moves up and down, side to side, back and forth. 5-axis machines, in addition to this 3-axis movement, have two further axes in play: the table rocks side to side on two different axes, or the spindle swivels on two axes.

What Is 5-Axis CNC Machining?

5-axis CNC machining is an advanced manufacturing process where the cutting tool moves along five axes—X, Y, Z, A, and B—enabling precise and efficient fabrication of complex parts in a single setup. This reduces setup time, enhances accuracy, and allows for greater design flexibility. Axis Breakdown: X-axis: Left to right (horizontal) Y-axis: Front to back (horizontal) Z-axis: Up and down (vertical) A-axis: Rotation around the X-axis (tilting) B-axis: Rotation around the Y-axis (swiveling)

What Is Horizon’s CNC Machining Capacity?

Horizon owns two CNc machining shops with over 60 sets of CNc miling and cNc turning machines. And we have more than 40experienced technical experts, therefore we can guarantee to manufacture 5000 pcs diferent types of cNc machined partsin-house. Besides that, thanks to our verified manufacturing partners from our manufacturing network, we can ofer extraCNC machined parts unlimitedly.

Can You Offer CNC Machining DFM?

As soon as we receive your RFQ, our engineers will review your CAD files and provide design feedback and optimization suggestions for CNC machining if needed. This helps ensure better part quality and identifies opportunities to reduce CNC machining costs, which can lower the unit price.

How Much Does CNC Machining Cost?

Prices start around $65, but vary based on complexity, quantity and lead time. The best way to find out is to submit a3D CAD model and get an interactive quote with design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback. Because we useproprietary software and automated fixturing processes, there are no up front non-recuring engineering (NRE) costs.This makes purchasing quantities as low as 1 to 200 parts cost effective. Prices compared to 3D printing arecomparable to somewhat higher, but machining offers improved material properties and surfaces.

What Are The Challenges Of CNC Machining?

CNC machining is more cost-effective for simple parts. Complex geometries are possible but often require multi-axis setups, increasing time and cost. Tool access limits design flexibility, as cutting tool size and angle affect reach. High startup costs can raise per-part pricing for small batches. As a subtractive process, CNC also generates material waste. However, raw material blanks are typically cheaper than the powders used in additive manufacturing, helping offset waste-related costs.

What Are The Advantages Of CNC Machining?

CNC machining offers key advantages over 3D printing, injection molding, and laser cutting: It’s fast and cost-effective for simple parts, like base plates with holes or grooves. CNC machines achieve tight tolerances of ±0.01 mm and deliver smooth surface finishes down to Ra 0.8—ideal for painting or anodizing. They also handle a wide range of part sizes, from large components up to 6 m x 30 m to tiny features cut with 0.05 mm tools on precision 5-axis mills.

What Is CNC Machining?

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