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Check and manage all your CNC machining quotes and orders status at ease. Get notifications at every production update, never worry about the custom CNC prototyping progress again.
Our Custom CNC machining services
With over 200 sets of 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines in China, RapidDirect is your ideal choice for outsourcing custom machined parts and precision machining services. We provide more than 100 different types of materials and surface finishes with experience in a seamless transition from prototype machining through production machining.
CNC Milling Service
3-axis CNC milling price rate from $10 per hour, 5-axis CNC milling center highest tolerance up to ±0.0008″ (0.02 mm) Precision CNC milling parts online machine shop for prototype machining and production.
CNC machining parts manufacturer with 50+ CNC Lathes and CNC turning centers, providing cost-effective precision machining services with fast lead times. Live tooling available for complex projects.
Preferred Online Prototyping and Manufacturing Services
Hunt Dabney
The 4 parts look great and work very well. This order was to solve a problem on some equipment, so only the 4 parts were needed.
We were very pleased with your quality, cost and delivery, and will certainly order from you in the future. I have also recommended you to friends who own other companies.
- Owner at HDA Technology
Bjorn Steinar Blumenstein
The service at RapidDirect is phenomenal and Cherry has assisted us with great patience and understanding.
Great service as well as the product itself, exactly what we asked for and works amazingly. Especially considering the small details we were requesting. Good looking produckt.
- Product Designer at Plasplan
Lars Gerchow
I couldn’t be happier with this order. The quality is as quoted and the lead time was very not only very fast and it was done on schedule.
The service was absolute world-class. Thanks a lot to Linda Dong from the sales team for the outstanding assistance. Also, the contact with the engineer Laser was top-notch.
- Scientist at STEER
Kaushik Bangalore
Hi June, Yes we picked up the product and it looks great!
Thank you for your quick support in getting this done. We will be in contact shortly for future orders 🙂
CNC machining has a long list of available materials for custom prototypes and manufacturing parts, from hard metals like stainless steel and titanium, to soft metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, all the way to plastics including ABS, PC, PA, etc.
Aluminum is a highly ductile metal, making it easy to machine. The material has a good strength-to-weight ratio and is available in many types for a range of applications.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Copper
Copper displays excellent thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity and plasticity. It is also highly ductile, corrosion resistant and can be easily welded.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Brass
Brass has desirable properties for a number of applications. It is low friction, has excellent electrical conductivity and has a golden (brass) appearance.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that offers many properties that are sought after for industrial applications. Stainless steel typically contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Titanium
Titanium has a number of material properties that make it the ideal metal for demanding applications. These properties include excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals and extreme temperatures. The metal also has an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
Price:
$$$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Plastics
Plastics are also very popular option for CNC machining because of its wide choices, relatively lower price, and significantly faster machining time needed. We provide all common plastics for CNC machining services.
POM
Nylon
ABS
PEEK
PTFE
PC
HDPE
PVC
PMMA
PET
PP
CNC Machining Surface Finishes
Apart from custom CNC milling and turning services, we also provide complete surface finishing options for custom CNC machining parts.
Anodizing improves corrosion resistance, enhancing wear resistance and hardness, and protecting the metal surface. Widely used in mechanical parts, aircraft, and automobile parts, precision instruments, etc.
Materials:
Aluminum
Color:
Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold.
Texture:
Smooth, matte finish.
Thickness:
1.8 ÎĽm to 25 ÎĽm (0.00007")
Bead Blasting
Bead blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Matte
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
Powder Coating
Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike conventional liquid paint which is delivered via an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light.
Electroplating can be functional, decorative or corrosion-related. Many industries use the process, including the automotive sector, in which chrome-plating of steel automobile parts is common.
Galvanizing, nickel plating, tin plating, passivation
Polishing
Polishing is the process of creating a smooth and shiny surface, either through physical rubbing of the part or by chemical interference. The process produces a surface with significant specular reflection, but in some materials is able to reduce diffuse reflection.
Materials :
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Glossy
Types:
Mechanical polishing, chemical polishing
Applications :
Lenses, jewelry, sealing parts
Brushing
Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
satin
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
CNC Machining Tolerance
Our standard tolerances for CNC machining of metals is DIN-2768-1-fine and for plastics is DIN-2768-1-medium. Tolerances are greatly affected by part geometry and type of material. For case-by-case studies, please contact us with email for details.
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
Our Quality Promise
ISO 9001:2015
Full dimensional report
Material certification
First article inspection
Rework & refund policy
CNC FAQs
What is CNC Machining
CNC, or computer numerical control machining, is a subtractive manufacturing method that leverages a combination of computerized controls and machine tools to remove layers from a solid block of material. The desired cuts in the metal are programmed according to corresponding tools and machinery, which perform the machining task in an automated fashion.
How large of a part or panel can be CNC machined?
RapidDirect can accommodate the prototyping and production of large machined parts, plastic or metal. Our maximum CNC machining build envelope is 2000 mm x 1500 mm x 300 mm — suitable even for large-scale parts such as furniture and architectural components.
What kind of a finish does CNC machining leave?
Due to the spinning motion produced by the CNC milling machine's cutter, the surface finish of CNC machined parts will have visible toolmarks. If you require a smooth, unblemished finish to your part, we recommend choosing a secondary finish: grained finish (can only be applied to the outside of machined enclosures due to geometry) or powdercoat.
Try RapidDirect now, for free
All information and uploads are secure and confidential.
No more waiting for email replies, get instant CNC quotes in a minute by simply uploading your design files. Our big data quoting engine calculates instant manufacturing quotes at competitive price.
DfM feedback
Check automatic manufacturability analysis of your custom CNC machined parts online for FREE. Save time checking your designs with a technician before production.
All-in-one order management
Check and manage all your CNC machining quotes and orders status at ease. Get notifications at every production update, never worry about the custom CNC prototyping progress again.
Our Custom CNC machining services
With over 200 sets of 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines in China, RapidDirect is your ideal choice for outsourcing custom machined parts and precision machining services. We provide more than 100 different types of materials and surface finishes with experience in a seamless transition from prototype machining through production machining.
CNC Milling Service
3-axis CNC milling price rate from $10 per hour, 5-axis CNC milling center highest tolerance up to ±0.0008″ (0.02 mm) Precision CNC milling parts online machine shop for prototype machining and production.
CNC machining parts manufacturer with 50+ CNC Lathes and CNC turning centers, providing cost-effective precision machining services with fast lead times. Live tooling available for complex projects.
Preferred Online Prototyping and Manufacturing Services
Hunt Dabney
The 4 parts look great and work very well. This order was to solve a problem on some equipment, so only the 4 parts were needed.
We were very pleased with your quality, cost and delivery, and will certainly order from you in the future. I have also recommended you to friends who own other companies.
- Owner at HDA Technology
Bjorn Steinar Blumenstein
The service at RapidDirect is phenomenal and Cherry has assisted us with great patience and understanding.
Great service as well as the product itself, exactly what we asked for and works amazingly. Especially considering the small details we were requesting. Good looking produckt.
- Product Designer at Plasplan
Lars Gerchow
I couldn’t be happier with this order. The quality is as quoted and the lead time was very not only very fast and it was done on schedule.
The service was absolute world-class. Thanks a lot to Linda Dong from the sales team for the outstanding assistance. Also, the contact with the engineer Laser was top-notch.
- Scientist at STEER
Kaushik Bangalore
Hi June, Yes we picked up the product and it looks great!
Thank you for your quick support in getting this done. We will be in contact shortly for future orders 🙂
CNC machining has a long list of available materials for custom prototypes and manufacturing parts, from hard metals like stainless steel and titanium, to soft metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, all the way to plastics including ABS, PC, PA, etc.
Aluminum is a highly ductile metal, making it easy to machine. The material has a good strength-to-weight ratio and is available in many types for a range of applications.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Copper
Copper displays excellent thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity and plasticity. It is also highly ductile, corrosion resistant and can be easily welded.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Brass
Brass has desirable properties for a number of applications. It is low friction, has excellent electrical conductivity and has a golden (brass) appearance.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that offers many properties that are sought after for industrial applications. Stainless steel typically contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Titanium
Titanium has a number of material properties that make it the ideal metal for demanding applications. These properties include excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals and extreme temperatures. The metal also has an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
Price:
$$$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Plastics
Plastics are also very popular option for CNC machining because of its wide choices, relatively lower price, and significantly faster machining time needed. We provide all common plastics for CNC machining services.
POM
Nylon
ABS
PEEK
PTFE
PC
HDPE
PVC
PMMA
PET
PP
CNC Machining Surface Finishes
Apart from custom CNC milling and turning services, we also provide complete surface finishing options for custom CNC machining parts.
Anodizing improves corrosion resistance, enhancing wear resistance and hardness, and protecting the metal surface. Widely used in mechanical parts, aircraft, and automobile parts, precision instruments, etc.
Materials:
Aluminum
Color:
Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold.
Texture:
Smooth, matte finish.
Thickness:
1.8 ÎĽm to 25 ÎĽm (0.00007")
Bead Blasting
Bead blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Matte
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
Powder Coating
Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike conventional liquid paint which is delivered via an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light.
Electroplating can be functional, decorative or corrosion-related. Many industries use the process, including the automotive sector, in which chrome-plating of steel automobile parts is common.
Galvanizing, nickel plating, tin plating, passivation
Polishing
Polishing is the process of creating a smooth and shiny surface, either through physical rubbing of the part or by chemical interference. The process produces a surface with significant specular reflection, but in some materials is able to reduce diffuse reflection.
Materials :
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Glossy
Types:
Mechanical polishing, chemical polishing
Applications :
Lenses, jewelry, sealing parts
Brushing
Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
satin
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
CNC Machining Tolerance
Our standard tolerances for CNC machining of metals is DIN-2768-1-fine and for plastics is DIN-2768-1-medium. Tolerances are greatly affected by part geometry and type of material. For case-by-case studies, please contact us with email for details.
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
Our Quality Promise
ISO 9001:2015
Full dimensional report
Material certification
First article inspection
Rework & refund policy
CNC FAQs
What is CNC Machining
CNC, or computer numerical control machining, is a subtractive manufacturing method that leverages a combination of computerized controls and machine tools to remove layers from a solid block of material. The desired cuts in the metal are programmed according to corresponding tools and machinery, which perform the machining task in an automated fashion.
How large of a part or panel can be CNC machined?
RapidDirect can accommodate the prototyping and production of large machined parts, plastic or metal. Our maximum CNC machining build envelope is 2000 mm x 1500 mm x 300 mm — suitable even for large-scale parts such as furniture and architectural components.
What kind of a finish does CNC machining leave?
Due to the spinning motion produced by the CNC milling machine's cutter, the surface finish of CNC machined parts will have visible toolmarks. If you require a smooth, unblemished finish to your part, we recommend choosing a secondary finish: grained finish (can only be applied to the outside of machined enclosures due to geometry) or powdercoat.
Try RapidDirect now, for free
All information and uploads are secure and confidential.
No more waiting for email replies, get instant CNC quotes in a minute by simply uploading your design files. Our big data quoting engine calculates instant manufacturing quotes at competitive price.
DfM feedback
Check automatic manufacturability analysis of your custom CNC machined parts online for FREE. Save time checking your designs with a technician before production.
All-in-one order management
Check and manage all your CNC machining quotes and orders status at ease. Get notifications at every production update, never worry about the custom CNC prototyping progress again.
Our Custom CNC machining services
With over 200 sets of 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines in China, RapidDirect is your ideal choice for outsourcing custom machined parts and precision machining services. We provide more than 100 different types of materials and surface finishes with experience in a seamless transition from prototype machining through production machining.
CNC Milling Service
3-axis CNC milling price rate from $10 per hour, 5-axis CNC milling center highest tolerance up to ±0.0008″ (0.02 mm) Precision CNC milling parts online machine shop for prototype machining and production.
CNC machining parts manufacturer with 50+ CNC Lathes and CNC turning centers, providing cost-effective precision machining services with fast lead times. Live tooling available for complex projects.
Preferred Online Prototyping and Manufacturing Services
Hunt Dabney
The 4 parts look great and work very well. This order was to solve a problem on some equipment, so only the 4 parts were needed.
We were very pleased with your quality, cost and delivery, and will certainly order from you in the future. I have also recommended you to friends who own other companies.
- Owner at HDA Technology
Bjorn Steinar Blumenstein
The service at RapidDirect is phenomenal and Cherry has assisted us with great patience and understanding.
Great service as well as the product itself, exactly what we asked for and works amazingly. Especially considering the small details we were requesting. Good looking produckt.
- Product Designer at Plasplan
Lars Gerchow
I couldn’t be happier with this order. The quality is as quoted and the lead time was very not only very fast and it was done on schedule.
The service was absolute world-class. Thanks a lot to Linda Dong from the sales team for the outstanding assistance. Also, the contact with the engineer Laser was top-notch.
- Scientist at STEER
Kaushik Bangalore
Hi June, Yes we picked up the product and it looks great!
Thank you for your quick support in getting this done. We will be in contact shortly for future orders 🙂
CNC machining has a long list of available materials for custom prototypes and manufacturing parts, from hard metals like stainless steel and titanium, to soft metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, all the way to plastics including ABS, PC, PA, etc.
Aluminum is a highly ductile metal, making it easy to machine. The material has a good strength-to-weight ratio and is available in many types for a range of applications.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Copper
Copper displays excellent thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity and plasticity. It is also highly ductile, corrosion resistant and can be easily welded.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Brass
Brass has desirable properties for a number of applications. It is low friction, has excellent electrical conductivity and has a golden (brass) appearance.
Price:
$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that offers many properties that are sought after for industrial applications. Stainless steel typically contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight.
Price:
$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Titanium
Titanium has a number of material properties that make it the ideal metal for demanding applications. These properties include excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals and extreme temperatures. The metal also has an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
Price:
$$$$$
Lead Time:
< 10 days
Wall Thickness:
0.75 mm
Tolerances:
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size:
200 x 80 x 100 cm
Plastics
Plastics are also very popular option for CNC machining because of its wide choices, relatively lower price, and significantly faster machining time needed. We provide all common plastics for CNC machining services.
POM
Nylon
ABS
PEEK
PTFE
PC
HDPE
PVC
PMMA
PET
PP
CNC Machining Surface Finishes
Apart from custom CNC milling and turning services, we also provide complete surface finishing options for custom CNC machining parts.
Anodizing improves corrosion resistance, enhancing wear resistance and hardness, and protecting the metal surface. Widely used in mechanical parts, aircraft, and automobile parts, precision instruments, etc.
Materials:
Aluminum
Color:
Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold.
Texture:
Smooth, matte finish.
Thickness:
1.8 ÎĽm to 25 ÎĽm (0.00007")
Bead Blasting
Bead blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Matte
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
Powder Coating
Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike conventional liquid paint which is delivered via an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light.
Electroplating can be functional, decorative or corrosion-related. Many industries use the process, including the automotive sector, in which chrome-plating of steel automobile parts is common.
Galvanizing, nickel plating, tin plating, passivation
Polishing
Polishing is the process of creating a smooth and shiny surface, either through physical rubbing of the part or by chemical interference. The process produces a surface with significant specular reflection, but in some materials is able to reduce diffuse reflection.
Materials :
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
Glossy
Types:
Mechanical polishing, chemical polishing
Applications :
Lenses, jewelry, sealing parts
Brushing
Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes.
Materials:
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel
Colors:
n/a
Texture:
satin
Standards:
Sa1, Sa2, Sa2.5, Sa3
Applications:
Cosmetic parts
CNC Machining Tolerance
Our standard tolerances for CNC machining of metals is DIN-2768-1-fine and for plastics is DIN-2768-1-medium. Tolerances are greatly affected by part geometry and type of material. For case-by-case studies, please contact us with email for details.
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
Our Quality Promise
ISO 9001:2015
Full dimensional report
Material certification
First article inspection
Rework & refund policy
CNC FAQs
What is CNC Machining
CNC, or computer numerical control machining, is a subtractive manufacturing method that leverages a combination of computerized controls and machine tools to remove layers from a solid block of material. The desired cuts in the metal are programmed according to corresponding tools and machinery, which perform the machining task in an automated fashion.
How large of a part or panel can be CNC machined?
RapidDirect can accommodate the prototyping and production of large machined parts, plastic or metal. Our maximum CNC machining build envelope is 2000 mm x 1500 mm x 300 mm — suitable even for large-scale parts such as furniture and architectural components.
What kind of a finish does CNC machining leave?
Due to the spinning motion produced by the CNC milling machine's cutter, the surface finish of CNC machined parts will have visible toolmarks. If you require a smooth, unblemished finish to your part, we recommend choosing a secondary finish: grained finish (can only be applied to the outside of machined enclosures due to geometry) or powdercoat.
Try RapidDirect now, for free
All information and uploads are secure and confidential.
Make the best product possible with the help of our international team of experts. When you’re ready for a project review, contact us for a free quote.