Our CNC turning service capabilities
From prototyping to full production runs. Our wide range of CNC lathes and turning centers will allow you to produce highly accurate, high quality parts to meet even your most complex requirements. Can’t decide which machining process is best for you? Just send us drawing by email:rfq@lairun.com.cn
CNC lathe
CNC turning machines are able to provide low cost parts for simple cylindrical geometries. Our CNC turning process produces custom prototypes and end-use production parts in as fast as 1 day. We use a CNC lathe with live tooling so features like axial and radial holes, flats, grooves, and slots can be machined.
CNC turning is often used for:
Functional prototypes and end-use parts
Parts with cylindrical features
Parts with axial and radial holes, flats, grooves, and slots
Parts with shafts,Valves,Lock Rings and cylinder.
We provide fast feedback to ensure that your part is optimized for the CNC turning process and fits the requirements you need. Our manufacturer can deliver high-quality metal and plastic CNC turning parts for rapid prototyping. wer and speed capabilities that affect the types of parts that can be economically made on it.
What is CNC Turning? How it Works?
●Computer Numerical Control (CNC) turning is a manufacturing process that uses a lathe to create precise, custom parts from various materials, such as metal, plastic, and aluminium. The lathe machine spins the workpiece while the cutting tool shapes it to the desired size and shape.
●The process of CNC turning begins with a design created using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. The design is then converted into code that the CNC lathe can read and follow. The operator sets up the machine by loading the workpiece into the lathe and installing the necessary tooling.
●Once the machine is ready, the CNC program is loaded, and the operator begins the process. The CNC lathe spins the workpiece at a high speed while the cutting tool moves along the material, removing excess material until the part reaches the desired shape and size.
●CNC turning offers numerous advantages over traditional manual turning. First, the precision and accuracy of CNC turning is much higher than manual turning. This is because the CNC machine is programmed to follow the design exactly, whereas manual turning relies on the operator's skill and experience.
●Additionally, CNC turning is much faster than manual turning. With a CNC lathe, the operator can set up and run multiple parts simultaneously, resulting in a much higher production rate. CNC turning is also much more efficient, with less material waste and lower labor costs.
●At our CNC machine shop, we offer high-quality rapid CNC turning services. Our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced operators allow us to create custom parts with exceptional accuracy and speed. We specialize in prototyping and can handle both small and large production runs.
●In conclusion, CNC turning is a highly efficient and accurate manufacturing process that can produce custom parts quickly and with exceptional precision. Whether you need a single prototype or a large production run, CNC turning is an excellent choice for your manufacturing needs.
Types Of CNC Lathes
There are many types of lathes, but the most common are 2-axis CNC lathes and Swiss-type lathes. Swiss-type lathes are unique in that stock material is fed through a guide bushing, allowing the tool to cut nearer to the point of support, which makes them particularly useful for long, slender CNC lathe parts and micromachining. Some Swiss-type lathes also come equipped with a second tool head that operates as a CNC mill, allowing them to perform multiple machining operations without having to move the workpiece to a different machine. This makes Swiss-type lathes extremely cost-effective for complex turned parts with CNC lathe services.
Types Of CNC Lathes
Like CNC mills, CNC lathes can be easily set up for high repeatability, which makes them great for everything from rapid prototyping to low and high-volume production. Multi-axis CNC turning centers and Swiss-type lathes allow for multiple machining operations in one machine. making them a cost-effective option for complex geometries that would otherwise require multiple machines or tool changes in a traditional CNC mill.
Types Of CNC Lathes
● If you need high-quality, custom parts quickly, our CNC turning services are an excellent choice. At our CNC machine shop, we use state-of-the-art equipment and experienced operators to create precision parts with exceptional speed and accuracy.
● Our rapid CNC turning services are ideal for prototyping and low to medium volume production runs. We specialize in creating custom parts from various materials, including metal, plastic, and wood. We offer a wide range of finishes, including anodized aluminum and PTFE coatings.
● Our CNC turning process begins with a design created using CAD software. The design is then converted into code that the CNC lathe can read and follow. The operator sets up the machine by loading the workpiece into the lathe and installing the necessary tooling.
● Once the machine is ready, the operator begins the process. The CNC lathe spins the workpiece at a high speed while the cutting tool moves along the material, removing excess material until the part reaches the desired shape and size.
● Our rapid CNC turning services offer numerous advantages. First, we can produce custom parts quickly, with a much shorter lead time than traditional manufacturing processes. Additionally, our precision and accuracy are unmatched, thanks to our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced operators.
● We also offer excellent customer service and support throughout the entire process. From design to delivery, we work closely with our customers to ensure that they receive the highest quality parts in the shortest possible time.
In conclusion, our high-quality rapid CNC turning services are an excellent choice for your manufacturing needs. Whether you need a single prototype or a large production run, we can deliver custom parts quickly and with exceptional precision.
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 |
Powder Coating
Here is a list of our standard CNC machining materials available.
CNC Metals
| Plastics | Reinforced Plastic |
| ABS | Garolite G-10 |
| Polypropylene (PP) | Polypropylene (PP) 30%GF |
| Nylon 6 (PA6 /PA66) | Nylon 30%GF |
| Delrin (POM-H) | FR-4 |
| Acetal (POM-C) | PMMA (Acrylic) |
| PVC | PEEK |
| HDPE | |
| UHMW PE | |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | |
| PET | |
| PTFE (Teflon) |
Tolerances
We follow ISO 2768 standards for CNC Machining.
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Limits for nominal size |
Plastics (ISO 2768- m) |
Metals (ISO 2768- f) |
| 0.5mm* to 3mm | ±0.1mm | ±0.05mm |
| Over 3mm to 6mm | ±0.1mm | ±0.05mm |
| Over 6mm to 30mm | ±0.2mm | ±0.1mm |
| Over 30mm to 120mm | ±0.3mm | ±0.15mm |
| Over 120mm to 400mm | ±0.5mm | ±0.2mm |
| Over 400mm to 1000mm | ±0.8mm | ±0.3mm |
| Over 1000mm to 2000mm | ±1.2mm | ±0.5mm |
| Over 2000mm to 4000mm | ±2mm |
- Please clearly indicate tolerances for nominal sizes below 0.5mm on your technical drawing.
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 0.5 mm |
| Internal edges | R 8 mm | R 0.25 mm |
| Minimum wall thickness | 0.8 mm (for metals) | 0.5 mm (for metals) |
| 1.5 mm (for plastics) | 1.0 mm (for plastics) | |
| Holes | Diameter:standard drill bit sizes | Diameter: Ø 0.5 mm |
| Depth: 4 x diameter | Depth: 10 x diameter | |
| Threads | Size: M6 or larger | Size: M2 |
| Length: 3 x diameter |