CNC Turning

Our CNC turning service capabilities

CNC lathe

From prototyping to full production runs. CNC lathes will allow you to produce highly accurate, high quality parts to meet even your most stringent requirements.

CNC turning machines are able to provide low cost parts for simple cylindrical geometries. Live tooling is available for more complex geometries and is assessed on a case by case basis.

Maximum capabilities for CNC turning

Part size limitations	Metric units	Imperial units
Maximum part diameter	431 mm	17 in
Maximum part length	990 mm	39 in
Maximum swing over the carriage	350 mm	13.7 in
Maximum spindle through-hole	40 mm	1.5 in

Maximum speed: 1700RPM
Motor power: 640W

Available materials for CNC machining

Here is a list of our standard CNC machining materials available

Plastics	Aluminum	Stainless steel	Other steels	Other metal
ABS	6061-T6	303	Mild steel 1018	Brass C360
Nylon 6	6082	304	Mild steel 1045	Copper C101
POM (Delrin)	7075	316	Mild steel A36	Copper C110
Polycarbonate	5083	2205 Duplex	Alloy steel 4140	Titanium Grade 2
PVC		17-4	Alloy steel 4340
HDPE		420	Tool steel O1
PTFE (Teflon)			Tool Steel A2
PEEK			Tool Steel D2
G-10			Tool Steel S7

Tolerances

The table below summarizes the standard tolerances of the parts produced by Creative Product Solutions. Tolerances up to .0008” (0.020mm) are available upon request.

Part size / Dimension	Tolerance	Angularity
< 12’’ (300 mm)	± .005’’ (0.125 mm)	± 0.5°
< 24’’ (600 mm)	± .010’’ (0.250 mm)	± 1.0°
< 36’’ (900 mm)	± 1/64’’ (0.400 mm)	± 1.0°

CNC turning design guidelines

The table below summarizes the recommended and technically feasible values for the most common features encountered in CNC machined parts.

Feature	Recommended size	Feasible size
Min. feature size	Ø 2.5 mm	Ø 0.50 mm
Internal edges	R 8 mm	R 0.25 mm
Minimum wall thickness	0.8 mm (for metals) 1.5 mm (for plastics)	0.5 mm (for metals) 1.0 mm (for plastics)
Holes	Diameter:standard drill bit sizes Depth: 4 x diameter	Diameter: Ø 0.5 Depth: 10 x diameter
Threads	Size: M6 or larger Length: 3 x diameter	Size: M2

Quality assurance

Inspection report included in every order. Full dimensional inspection reports on request
Material certifications and test reports available on request
Batch inspection in concurrence with ISO2859
Strict NDA agreement
Performance tracking on lead time and quality

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Disclaimer

Tuff Cor (Pty) Ltd will be able to help you with all your manufacturing and product development need through our in-house services and knowledge. We make use of our large network of reliable supplier for any service we do not have in-house.

What is CNC turning services

CNC turning services use computer numerical control to turn cylindrical workpieces on a lathe. A cutting tool moves along the X and Z axes. At the same time, the workpiece rotates about its longitudinal axis, producing a part with accurate dimensions and a smooth surface finish.

What is a CNC turner

A CNC Turner is a computer numerically controlled lathe used for precise turning of cylindrical parts. Programs inputted into the machine control all movements, allowing very accurate and complex prescriptions to be followed. Automated Tool Change systems ensure different cutting tools are used as needed without giving rise to breaks in productivity or precision.

What is the difference between machining and turning

The main difference between machining and turning is that machining is removing material from a workpiece using a cutting tool while turning is the process of rotating a workpiece about an axis perpendicular to its length.

Machining can be done with various cutting tools, including drills, milling cutters, and lathe tools. Turning can only be done with lathe tools.