In the process of precision parts processing, precision is a very important aspect of hardware processing for some prototype parts and final used parts after processing. Precise precision means that the appearance and feeling of the parts you get are exactly the same as those you designed, and there are no mistakes that may affect the mechanical function.

Precision parts processing became the industry standard at the end of the 1960s. Since then, various high-precision parts have been widely produced. Using CNC machine tools or CNC machine tools with advanced equipment, many types of complex parts can be manufactured, which is difficult to do with traditional processing technology. When it comes to precision machining services, many customers have such a question in mind, which materials are suitable for machining? The range of materials compatible with CNC processing technology is very wide, and precision parts processing manufacturers often choose some processing materials.

Aluminum:

Aluminum is a widely used NC milling material. Compared with other materials, aluminum has stronger processing ability. Therefore, aluminum is a commonly used processing material in NC processing. Aluminum is widely used in the production of aircraft parts, automobile parts, bicycle frames and food containers because of its light weight, non magnetism, corrosion resistance and low price.

stainless steel:

Stainless steel alloys are immune to most stains and rust. This material is highly valued for its strength and corrosion resistance, and can be used for anything from surgical equipment to electronic hardware. Stainless steel is a lightweight and durable universal material, which is widely used in various industries.

Carbon steel:

Carbon steel is also one of the commonly used materials for NC machining. It has a variety of formulas to choose from, and you can choose according to your application needs. The material is durable, safe, long shelf life, good economic benefits, environmental protection and other characteristics, mainly used for numerical control processing.

Copper:

Brass is widely considered as one of the simplest and more cost-effective materials in precision machining services, and is used to manufacture complex parts requiring complex functions. Brass is easy to process, smooth and clean, and can be used to manufacture medical equipment, consumer products, electronic hardware and contacts, accessories, commercial products, etc.

Magnesium:

Magnesium is the lightest structural metal and is widely used by precision machining service providers. The excellent processability, strength and robustness of magnesium make it ideal for applications in various industrial fields.

Inconel:

It is a nickel base superalloy, which has been popular in recent years due to its many beneficial properties. Inconel components are suitable for environments that may be subject to water corrosion or oxidation. It is also ideal for applications where parts may be subjected to extreme pressure and heat.

The processing of hardware parts requires the use of materials for precision processing

Although the selection of materials for hardware parts processing is not very strict, it should not be sloppy. Good materials can not only ensure that the equipment will not be damaged too much, but also have good value in terms of the yield and accuracy of parts. If the purchased materials are not good, if the hardness of hard materials is too high and exceeds the hardness of the workpiece, the mechanical equipment may collapse and the workpiece will be affected. Therefore, these materials are not suitable for precision machining, unless they are made of special materials or laser cutting. So, what are the requirements for the use of materials in the processing of hardware parts?

Precision machining materials are divided into metal materials and non-metallic materials when machining hardware parts. For metallic materials, stainless steel is the hardest, followed by cast iron, copper and aluminum. The processing of ceramics and plastics belongs to the processing of non-metallic materials; The main requirements for hardware parts processing are as follows.

1. The first is the requirements for material hardness. For some occasions, the higher the hardness of materials, the better. However, it is only limited to the hardness of machine tool parts. The processed materials cannot be too hard. If they are harder than machine tool parts, they cannot be processed.

2. Secondly, the hardness of the material is moderate, at least one level lower than the hardness of the machine. It also depends on what the role of the processing device is to do, and the material of the machine should be selected reasonably.

In a word, the processing of precision machined hardware parts has certain requirements on materials, not what materials are suitable for processing, such as too soft or too hard materials, the former does not need to be processed, and the latter cannot be processed.

Therefore, attention must be paid to the density of materials before processing. If the density is too large, the hardness is also very large, and the hardness exceeds the hardness of the machine (lathe tool), it cannot be processed. It will not only damage parts, but also cause danger, such as turning tool flying out and hurting others. Therefore, generally speaking, for machining, the hardness of materials should be lower than that of machine tools before machining