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CNC Machining for Aerospace
The extremely high level of precision needed within the aerospace industry makes CNC machining a suitable manufacturing process for the sector. This article provides you with a complete guide to aerospace machining and its importance.
Choose from 50+ metals and plastics for your project.
CNC Machining eBook
If you want to produce high-quality machined parts with a sleek appearance, it’s essential to consider some critical factors related to CNC machining. Here, we’ve gathered some basic information and important considerations to help you achieve the desired results.
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On-demand production helps meet your needs more effectively, and stay competitive in your industry. Lowered manufacturing costs, increased flexibility.
RapidDirect got you covered on all on demand manufacturing needs. Based on our years of experience and expertise, we will efficiently execute all your projects concerning on demand production. Thanks to an unlimited supply chain network of workshops for different manufacturing techniques, you can rest assured that you’re getting the fastest delivery of the best products at an amazing wholesale price. Moreover, our experienced engineers and experts will proffer the best solutions and design modification suggestions to ensure you have the finest end product.
We offer a wide variety of 3D printing services, such as SLA 3D printing (Stereolithography) and SLS 3D printing (Selective Laser Sintering). Our engineers and project managers will collaborate with you to confirm your CAD designs, product functions, dimensional tolerances, etc.
Why Choose Us for On Demand Production
We offer the best on demand manufacturing services for various production parts. Ensure the timely delivery of the best quality and high-value recommendations and professional advice from our team of experts.
Instant Quotation and Automated DFM Analysis
Thanks to our new and advanced quotation platform , you instantly get your quotation and DFM analysis. The updated machine learning algorithm process tons of information in a short period and gives us all the needed information about your orders.
Consistent High Quality
We use high-quality input materials and maintain a high level of process stability to ensure reproducibility. We strive for continuous improvement to improve our manufacturing of goods, processes, and delivery capability.
Strong Manufacturing Capabilities
To meet your custom production needs, we provide and support extensive manufacturing capabilities. For low volume CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, and other services, our goal is to bring your prototypes or parts to life in best possible way.
Fast Lead Time
We have a state-of-the-art in-house production supply chain and staff strength that helps us meet and exceed your expectations on delivery time and quantity. We ensure that all our deliveries are within schedule.
Established Supply Chain System
Our leading suppliers help us receive materials for consistent production while ensuring every product is at affordable costs.
24/7 Engineering Support
Our team of refined and experienced experts is always available for professional advice and recommendation on your orders, improvements, and preferences.
CNC machining is used to control a wide range of complex machinery. It is a computerized manufacturing process that controls the movement of production equipment using pre-programmed software and code.
Type
Tolerance
Linear dimension
+/- 0.025 mm
(+/- 0.001 inch)
Hole diameters (not reamed)
+/- 0.025 mm
(+/- 0.001 inch)
Shaft diameters
+/- 0.025 mm
(+/- 0.001 inch)
Part size limit
950 * 550 * 480 mm(37.0 * 21.5 * 18.5 inch)
Plastic Injection Molding
Plastic injection molding is the process of melting plastic resins (thermosetting/thermoplastic polymers) and injecting them under pressure into a mold cavity, where they fill and solidify to form the final product.
Standard capabilities
Description
Mold cavity tolerances
±0.05 mm
Standard lead time
15 business days or less
Part to part repeatability
±0.1 mm
Production grade
1-100,000 cycles
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication is the process of converting flat sheets of steel or aluminum into metal structures or products by cutting, punching, folding, and assembling.
Dimension detail
Tolerance
Edge to edge, single surface / Edge to hole, single surface / Hole to hole, single surface
+/- 0.005 inch
Bend to edge / hole, single surface
+/- 0.010 inch
Edge to feature, multiple surface / Over formed part, multiple surface
+/- 0.030 inch
Bend angle
+/- 1°
Vacuum Casting
Vacuum casting is a manufacturing process where the material goes into a silicone mold with a vacuum to produce complex production parts.
Standard capabilities
Description
Maximum build size
+/- 0.025 mm
(+/- 0.001 inch)
Standard lead time
Up to 20 parts in 15 days or less
Dimensional accuracy
±0.05 mm
Layer thickness
1.5mm - 2.5mm
Die Casting
Die casting is a process of manufacturing parts by pouring or forcing molten metal into steel modes to create various kinds of parts.
Standard capabilities
Description
Maximum build size
300 mm × 650 mm
Standard lead time
Up to 20 parts in 15 days or less
Dimensional accuracy
±0.05 mm
Layer thickness
1.5mm - 2.5mm
Extrusion
Extrusion helps to create complicated parts through a process of plastic deformation. The material is forced to flow through a die or an orifice to achieve the desired shape.
Standard capabilities
Description
Press sizes
450T - 3000T
Standard lead time
2 weeks for small molds, 4 weeks for larger molds
Minimum order volume
0.5 ton aluminum for smaller machines, 1.0 ton of 6063 aluminum for larger machines.
Post-processing
Full service CNC cutting, threading, slotting, face milling, etc.
3D Printing
3D printing is a manufacturing process in which a three dimensional part or object is created from a digital 3D or CAD model.
Standard capabilities
Description
Maximum build size
900 x 600 x 900 mm in FDM;
Up to 1500x750x500 in SLA;
750 x 550 x 550 mm in SLS;
Standard lead time
Up to 50 parts in 7 working days or less
Dimension Tolerances
0.1mm
Wall Thickness
FDA: +/-1mm;
SLA: +/-0.2mm;
SLS: +/-0.7mm;
Production grade
Over 50 parts
Start Your Project in Simple Steps
Upload Your Designs
Order a set of prototypes through our online platform where you can send your designs that we can verify to be prepared for production in seconds.
Request Quote for Manufacturing
Our manufacturing experts will get in touch within 24 hours with a quote, providing details and cost of production to give you peace of mind.
Receive Your Production Parts
With our efficient production and capable logistics, we help you get parts from our sets whenever you need, all at fixed prices. Feel free to request batch shipments of parts or set a fixed schedule.
First Article Inspection
On request, we also offer a first article inspection for custom production orders that exceed a price of 5000 USD or 50 units.
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Offer first article inspection
We offer first article inspection services for batch production.
Draft contract
We review on the project and contact customer for detail information.
Produce sample
We produce sample parts according to FAI agreement and deliver to you.
Full-scale production
The full-scale production starts and finishes production within lead time.
You
Request inspection
You request first article inspection for a project that meets our FAI requirements.
Sign contract
You sign the FAI agreement provided by us and agree on our Terms and Conditions.
Receive sample
You receive and examine the parts, inform us of full-scale production may begin.
Receive products
You receive your prototypes or production parts on the required lead time.
Gallery of On-Demand Production Parts
Take a look at our previously developed production parts and get your inspiration on your custom manufacturing.
See What Our Customers Say About Us
A customer’s words have a more substantial impact than a company’s claims – and see what our satisfied customers have said regarding how we fulfilled their requirements.
Henry, I want to thank you and your team for all the attention to detail and hard work in getting our part done in just two weeks. We were able to get our last order from your courier in time, so we can deliver them to our customers today and tomorrow. We highly recommend RapidDirect to everyone.
Juraj Kaminski– Mechanical Engineer
The prototype was well received at our event last week. One of our co-workers expressed concern that because it appeared to be so “product-like,” some people would mistake it for the real thing rather than a showcase model. Once more, many thanks for your excellent job in making ideas come to life!
Kobi Craig– Director of Product Development
I simply want to thank you and your team for doing a great job on the previous project. Yesterday, the client received the parts, and she was thrilled with the result. Knowing that you guys are always ready to meet challenging deadlines without sacrificing intent makes me feel better as a designer. Joe Jauregui– Outsourcing Manager
RapidDirect transformed our design from a computer model to finished prototypes. The advanced technique and attention to detail helped us win over the trust of not only our users but also potential investors and partners.Given that we work with mainly developed nations, it was crucial to offer something that was thoughtfully made, well-designed, and cost-effective. RapidDirect helped us with that.
Ryan Whitlock– Project Manager
Rapid turnaround and timely responses are important to fulfilling our deadlines. RapidDirect gives us these, and we sincerely appreciate it. The close tolerances and excellent running fittings, including gears, particularly impress us. We look forward to working with your team at RapidDirect as we continue to build our partnership.
Sean Gabriel– Chief Engineer
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RapidDirect’s on demand production parts play a crucial role in various industries, making us the premier manufacturer of choice.