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Custom parts manufacturing, from rapid prototyping to mass production.
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Holes designing are crucial for the connection of drilling parts, and it can directly affect the manufacturing difficulty and cost. To realize on-budget and time-efficient CNC manufacturing, here 5 design guidelines about holes for your CNC drilling parts.
The line between CNC milling and turning can sometimes be very confusing, so deciding which machine is the best fit for producing your part can be complicated. In this video we look at when you can – and should - make cylindrical parts using a lathe, considering shape, size and engraving your parts.
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Under the premise of ensuring the function and quality of the product, simplified design and fewer parts can reduce product cost, shorten product development cycle and improve product development quality. Here are the ideas on how to reduce the quantity of parts
The following article is the differences of Injection Molding, CNC Machining, and Urethane Casting in detail, including processes themselves, manufacturing lead times, relationships of part quantities and cost, materials, the right process in different development stages.
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Product designing is a challenging work, as most manufacturing time and product cost are determined by initial product design. If the product is not designed for manufacturing and cost, it will be doomed to have low-processing efficiency and high-cost in product manufacturing.
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Almost any plastic or metal can be manufactured by CNC machining. It means that you have more options when selecting the right materials for your CNC machined parts, and it is quite a challenging work to find the exact material that meets all requirements for your product development.
From cost through its ease of machineability to keep your budgets on track, to the material properties that you need for your part, we’ll explain why aluminum is worth looking at for your CNC machined parts.
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When it comes to materials, it can sometimes feel like you have too much choice, but there are certain characteristics that will help you narrow down the field. This video explores the headings on datasheets and their meanings, things like tensile strength, elasticity and elongation to break.
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CNC machining is a great option for many projects, but you need to be aware of what using the technology means for your design. In this video we explore CNC milling and lathing, features such as holes and threading, wall thickness, and how to test that your design is suitable for CNC machining.
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This video will look deeper into CNC automation, but perhaps not in the way you think. We will aim to give you insights on how automation can help prove your design and optimise your part and process for cost effective, quick CNC production.
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Selecting the right material for CNC machining can make all the difference if you want to produce a functional part or prototype at a reasonable price.
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Giving design engineers access to a comprehensive manufacturing network builds resilience and improves innovation.
Quality is a keyword related to production results in all sectors of the manufacturing industry, especially the results of CNC machining.
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Protolabs supported Mahle, one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world, with the development of a new generation of high-voltage heaters.
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Modern Day Technology in Traditional Craftsmanship
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