CNC machined parts

Manufacture CNC parts quickly and cost-effectively from a variety of industrial-grade metals and plastics.

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CNC machining involves the application of computer-controlled cutting tools to blank workpieces to create new parts with automated speed and precision. From prototyping to full production runs, our CNC milling and turning processes use drills, end mills, and lathes to achieve complex geometries and angles, and are easily scalable for high volume manufacturing requirements.

Manufacturing CNC parts with Fast Radius is simple. Upload your CAD file to our Cloud Manufacturing Platform™ and then work with us to optimize your part and choose the right tooling, material, and finishing options. When your project is ready, we’ll manufacture your parts and deliver them to you.

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CNC manufacturing capabilities.

Our CNC machining technologies

Our CNC machining capabilities include automated milling and turning services:

CNC milling up close

Milling

CNC mills are effective for geometric designs and rapid production requirements. Our CNC machining capabilities include both 3-axis and 5-axis mills.

CNC turning machine

Turning

CNC turning is a process in which an automated lathe shapes a rotating workpiece. Turning is useful for rounded or cylindrical geometries.

CNC machining applications

Cost-effective and fast to produce, CNC machined parts serve a spectrum of industrial applications:

Complex dimensions

Manufacture parts with complicated cuts and angles using precision cutting, drilling, and turning tools. CNC machining is ideal for creating parts with features located along or around axes, or with radial holes, grooves, and slots.

Niche manufacturing

CNC machining is capable of producing a range of niche or specialized metal and plastic parts, including oblong and cylindrical shapes, or complex parts that need to be cut from multiple axes.

Automotive and aerospace

CNC machining is ideal for creating high tolerance parts to exacting certification standards, for end-use in the automotive and aerospace industries.

Hybrid manufacturing

CNC machining is not just a process for metals: molded and 3D printed parts can also be machined for use in complex assemblies or hybrid manufacturing projects.

Why choose CNC machining for your parts?

Efficiency and repeatability

We can manufacture your CNC machining project with automated speed and efficiency, and repeat the process across batches of thousands of parts.

Consistent tolerances

Execute parts production with precision, holding exceptionally tight tolerances across high volume runs.

Scalability

CNC milling and turning processes can be scaled up quickly and cost-effectively to meet high volume production requirements and changing market demands.

Customization

Your CNC parts can be machined in a wide variety of metals and plastics, and then customized with finishing and post processing options to suit their end-uses.

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Design considerations

Optimize your CNC machined parts with the following design considerations, and choose from a range of finishing and post-processing options:

General process information
3-Axis Milling5-Axis MillingTurning
Max. Part size1800 x 1000 x 500 mm
70.9 x 39.4 x 19.7 in
1000 x 900 x 600 mm
39.4 x 35.4 x 23.6 in
Ø 350 x 600 mm
Ø 13.8 x 23.6 in
Min. Part size12.7 x 12.7 x 12.7 mm
0.5 x 0.5 x 0.5 in
12.7 x 12.7 x 12.7 mm
0.5 x 0.5 x 0.5 in
6.4 x 6.4 x 6.4 mm
0.25 x 0.25 x 0.25 in
Min. Feature sizeØ 1 mm
Ø 0.039 in
Ø 1 mm
Ø 0.039 in
Ø 1 mm
Ø 0.039 in
Standard toleranceMetals
+/-0.13 mm
+/-0.005 in

Plastics
+/- 0.20 mm
+/- 0.008 in
Metals
+/-0.13 mm
+/-0.005 in

Plastics
+/- 0.20 mm
+/- 0.008 in
Metals
+/-0.13 mm
+/-0.005 in

Plastics
+/- 0.20 mm
+/- 0.008 in
Lead timeAs low as 8 days for
less than 50 parts
As low as 10 days for
less than 50 parts
As low as 8 days for
less than 50 parts
CNC machining materials
PlasticAluminumStainless SteelOther SteelOther Metal
ABS2024303Mid steelBrass
Nylon 66061304Alloy steelCopper
Acetal (Delrin)6082316Tool steelTitanium
Polycarbonate705017-4Contact us for additional
metal machining options
PVC7075420
HDPE
PTFE (Teflon)
PEEK
Nylon 30%GF
UHMW
Finishing and post-processing options
As machined (standard)Bead blastingPolishingHeat treatingBlack oxide
AnodizingBrushingScreen printingPassivating
Powder coatingPaintingEngravingPlating

Why choose Fast Radius for CNC machining parts?

Exceptional 3D Prints

Quality manufacturing

We manufacture CNC machined parts to meet your quality needs, and can achieve precise tolerances across our 3-axis, 5-axis, and turning processes.

Industry Leading Experience

Industry-leading expertise

Access a team of manufacturing and engineering experts that care about your project and will work with you from concept to fulfillment.

World Economic Forum

Innovation and agility

Our CNC machining services are powered by innovation: the World Economic Forum has recognized Fast Radius as one of the most innovative factories in the world.

UPS

Global reach

A global network of production partners and logistics hubs ensures the fastest possible shipping times. Our partnership with UPS gives us the power to move products around the world with ease.

Factory of the Future

The factory of the future

The Fast Radius Cloud Manufacturing Platform™ combines digital design technology with the expertise of our team to make your project possible.

Fast Radius manufacturing capabilities

Fast Radius manufacturing solutions serve the needs of businesses across the industrial landscape. Explore our capabilities:

3D printing

Fast, scalable, and cost-effective 3D printing technology for a variety of industrial applications.

CNC machining

Automated CNC turning and 3-axis and 5-axis milling, using rotating drills, end mills, and lathes.

Injection molding

Cost-effective plastic injection molding for precision, high-volume production runs.

Urethane casting

Versatile mold-casting for the production of urethane parts customizable with colors and textures.