CNC turning is a precision machining process where a rotating workpiece is shaped by a stationary cutting tool to create cylindrical or symmetrical parts. Controlled by computer numerical control (CNC) systems, the machine uses programmed movements to achieve high precision and consistent quality. The workpiece is clamped into a chuck and rotated at high speeds, while cutting tools move along the X and Z axes to remove material, making it ideal for producing parts like shafts, bushings, and threaded components. CNC turning can create straight, tapered, or contoured surfaces and is used extensively in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical manufacturing. It works with a wide variety of materials, including metals and plastics, offering accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency for both small and large production runs.

CNC turning and traditional lathe machining are similar processes, but they are not exactly the same. Both involve rotating a workpiece while a cutting tool shapes it, but CNC turning is an automated process controlled by computer numerical control (CNC) systems, allowing for precise, repeatable, and complex part production. In contrast, a traditional lathe is typically manually operated, requiring the machinist to control the cutting tool’s movements. CNC turning offers greater efficiency, accuracy, and the ability to produce intricate geometries compared to manual lathe operations, making it more suitable for high-volume and precision manufacturing.

CNC turning is highly efficient for producing symmetrical, cylindrical parts with tight tolerances, offering speed, precision, and repeatability.

Lead times vary based on the complexity and volume of the order but are typically between 3 and 6 weeks for production parts.

We offer various surface finishes, including anodizing, plating, polishing, and powder coating, depending on your specifications.