10 Machined Metal Parts that can be Developed Using a CNC Machine
Today’s highly evolved Technology has gifted us with a well-thought blessing that is Precision CNC machining. It has enabled us to produce even the most complicated of the parts- be it metal, plastic or wood- with eased perfection, taking up lesser costs that you might have imagined, and at a much faster pace.
As the name suggests, a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine utilizes computer-programmed tools to create an array of parts and items- fully customized and incredibly precise. Such precision and accuracy come in handy while developing parts for highly sensitive industries such as aerospace and aviation. One minute error can cost millions- both money and lives. One piece or a hundred thousand pieces, with CNC machines you can get the exact dimensions without any discrepancy unless there is one drafting the initial prototype.
So what common but crucial machined metal parts can be created using CNC Machining? Let’s have a look:
1. Fittings
This specific component is used to securely connect one part to another. If there is any miscalculation with a fittings’ dimensions, chances are that the connections wouldn’t be that strong and the whole piece would fall apart.
2. Housings
Housings are used to protect smaller machine parts from coming in contact with outside objects. CNC machines allow us to create custom housing units that can increase the effectiveness of these machine parts.
3. Suspension Arms
These parts help elevate other components to a specific height or angle. CNC machines help build one with utmost precision.
4. Ball Joints
Similar to our skeletal system’s ball and socket joints, these spherical components help move adjoined components up to a certain angle in all directions.
5. Rollers
CNC machines also help us develop rollers used in a conveyor system with utmost perfection.
6. Brackets
Metal brackets are used to provide support in a series of machines. CNC machines help us develop custom machined brackets fitting your machine type.
Other CNC machined parts include machine shafts, valve bodies, spacers, and spindles.
