Custom CNC Turning Services
FastPreci offers advanced CNC turning service and turn-mill machining solutions provide high-precision, cost-effective manufacturing for custom CNC turning parts.
From prototyping to volume production, our CNC turned parts deliver exceptional durability, accuracy, and repeatability.
CNC Turning Capabilities
FastPreci’s CNC turning services utilize advanced lathes and centers for high precision, efficiency, and flexibility in various geometries and volumes. We run horizontal and vertical CNC machines, as well as multi-axis and mill-turn centers to address complex demands.
Standard CNC Turning
Application:
Ideal for high-speed turning of cylindrical parts such as shafts, bushings, housings (horizontal), and large, heavy components such as flanges, discs, and wheels (vertical).
Max Machining Range:
Horizontal CNC Lathes:
Diameter: up to Ø500 mm
Length: up to 1000 mm
Vrtical CNC Lathes (VTL):
Diameter: up to Ø1000 mm
Length/Height: up to 800 mm
Features:
High RPM spindles for smooth surface finishes
Gravity-assisted work holding for stability (VTL)
Automatic tool changers (ATC) for efficiency
Bar feeders for unattended operation
Optional live tooling support (VTL)
Multi-Axis CNC Turning
Application:
Ideal for complex parts requiring turning and secondary milling operations in a single setup.
Max Machining Range:
Diameter: up to Ø400 mm
Length: up to 800 mm
Features:
Y-axis and C-axis for off-center milling, drilling, and tapping
Sub-spindle for simultaneous front and back machining
Reduces setups and improves accuracy
Excellent for medium-to-high complexity turned parts
Mill-Turn Machining
Application:
Hybrid systems designed for high-complexity components with both rotary and prismatic features.
Max Machining Range:
Diameter: up to Ø350 mm
Length: up to 600 mm
Features:
One-pass production for turned-milled parts
High dimensional accuracy and reduced lead time
Supports multi-face machining without re-clamping
Ideal for aerospace, medical, and custom parts
Swiss-Type Turning
Application:
Designed for small-diameter, high-precision parts, commonly used in medical, electronics, aerospace, and watch components.
Max Machining Range:
Diameter: typically up to Ø32 mm (some models up to Ø38 mm)
Length: unlimited in theory; typically up to 400 mm in a single cycle due to guide bushing support
Features:
Sliding headstock with guide bushing for enhanced support and vibration reduction
Simultaneous multi-tool cutting (front and back) for high efficiency
Exceptional for tight tolerances (±0.002 mm) and surface finishes
Ideal for long, slender parts that would deflect in conventional lathes
FastPreci’s equipment is routinely calibrated and maintained for ISO-grade precision and repeatability. We offer small-diameter high-speed turning and large-format heavy-duty machining, ensuring consistent results from prototypes to full-scale production.
Advantages of CNC Turning
CNC Turning provides numerous benefits, making it ideal for manufacturers seeking to produce high-precision parts quickly and cost-effectively. FastPreci specializes in superior CNC turning services, offering efficiency, quality, and versatility across various industries. FastPreci ensures that your parts are produced with the highest quality, on time, and within budget. Whether you need complex geometries, high-volume production, or precise, high-quality components, CNC turning is the ideal solution for your manufacturing needs. Top 6 advantages of CNC turning:
Efficiency in Producing Symmetrical Parts
CNC Turning efficiently produces symmetrical, cylindrical parts like shafts, pins, and bushings. The machine automatically rotates the workpiece, ensuring continuous cutting with minimal human intervention, speeding up production for high-volume runs of consistent shapes.
Cost-Effectiveness for Large Batches
CNC Turning provides a cost advantage, especially for high-volume production, due to automated tool changes, part handling, and cutting processes, which lower labor costs and reduce human error. CNC turning machines can operate continuously without operator intervention, making them ideal for cost-effective large-batch production.
Precision and Consistent Quality
CNC Turning excels in producing precise, high-quality parts with tolerances as tight as ±0.005 mm, ensuring consistent accuracy and meeting exact specifications throughout production.
Superior Surface Finish
CNC Turning offers excellent surface finish with little post-processing. High-speed rotation and fine tool feed ensure smooth finish, crucial for aerospace and medical parts where surface integrity is essential.
Versatility in Materials
CNC Turning works with various materials, including metals (aluminum, stainless steel, brass, titanium), plastics (POM, PTFE), and composites, allowing manufacturers to choose the best material for each part's application, ensuring optimal performance and durability.
Reduction in Setup Time and Tool Changes
CNC Turning, with its advanced automation, reduces setup time and tool changeover. It programs multiple operations (turning, drilling, threading) in a single cycle, minimizing downtime and optimizing production efficiency.
Materials Used in CNC Turning
CNC Turning is a machining process that handles various materials, producing precision parts for industries like aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, etc. FastPreci machines diverse materials to meet your application’s performance requirements. FastPreci understands the need for proper material selection for projects, offering precise CNC turning for metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. Our experts assist in choosing the right material.
Metals
CNC Turning specializes in machining metals for strong, durable, high-performance parts. Key metals include:
Aluminum
Light, corrosion-resist., used in aerospace, automotive, electronics. CNC Turning enables precise prod. of parts like housings, brackets, shafts.
Stainless Steel
Its corrosion resistance and high strength make it perfect for medical devices, industrial components, and chemical processing equipment. CNC Turning guarantees precise machining of stainless steel components with tight tolerances.
Brass
Known for its great machinability and low friction, brass is often used for connectors, bushings, and valves. CNC Turning efficiently produces smooth brass components.
Titanium
A high-strength, lightweight, corrosion-resistant material used in aerospace, medical, and high-performance engineering. CNC Turning produces complex titanium parts with high accuracy.
Plastics
CNC Turning can also be used to machine a variety of plastic materials, offering great flexibility and precision for applications in industries such as medical, food processing, and automotive. Some commonly used plastics include:
POM (Polyoxymethylene)
High strength, low friction, excellent wear resistance make it ideal for machining gears, bearings, bushings. CNC Turning ensures smooth, tight-tolerance components.
PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)
PTFE is known for its chemical resistance, high-temp stability, and low friction. Commonly used in seals, gaskets, and bearings. CNC Turning can produce precise PTFE parts with tight dimensional control.
Ceramics
CNC Turning can machine advanced ceramics valued for wear resistance, hardness, and electrical insulation. Zirconia and silicon carbide can be precisely turned for aerospace, electronics, and medical industries.
Zirconia
High strength and toughness make it suitable for dental implants, medical devices, and wear-resistant components.
Silicon Carbide
Its extreme hardness and thermal conductivity are ideal for high-performance components like cutting tools and wear parts.
Composites
CNC Turning can machine composite materials, used for lightweight, high-strength applications. They combine metal and polymer properties, ideal for aerospace, automotive, renewable energy industries.
CFRP
Widely used in aerospace and automotive, CFRP provides strength and stiffness with a lightweight design. CNC Turning enables precise machining of carbon fiber composites to create complex parts while maintaining structural integrity.
GFRP
Used for high strength, durability, and low weight applications. CNC Turning accurately machines GFRP components for construction, automotive, and marine industries.
CNC Turning Tolerances
CNC turning tolerance ranges and precision help customers understand requirements and feasibility in applications. This standard ensures selection of a machining solution fitting project needs.
| Feature | Standard Tolerance | Tightest Tolerance | |
| Linear Dimensions | ±0.1 mm to ±0.05 mm | ±0.005 mm | |
| Rotational Symmetry | ±0.05 mm | ±0.002 mm | |
| Diameter (Turning Operations) | ±0.1 mm | ±0.005 mm | |
| Straightness | ±0.1 mm to ±0.05 mm | ±0.002 mm | |
| Roundness | ±0.1 mm | ±0.002 mm | |
| Parallelism | ±0.1 mm | ±0.002 mm | |
| Surface Finish | Ra 1.6 μm to Ra 0.8 μm | Ra 0.2 μm | |
| Threading (External/Internal) | ±0.1 mm to ±0.05 mm | ±0.005 mm | |
| Geometric Tolerances (ISO 2768) | Depends on size and complexity | Customer-Specified |
FastPreci typically applies ISO 2768-m (medium) or ISO 2768-f (fine) general tolerances for CNC turning processes, unless specific tolerances are required by the design. For precision or functional features, we adhere to customer-defined tolerances or industry-standard turning tolerances to ensure optimal fit and performance.
Industries Served by CNC Turning
CNC Turning is a precise machining process serving various industries, offering solutions for components needing tight tolerances and high-quality finishes. It provides unmatched precision and reliability for high-performance parts in industrial automation,robotics, medical devices, and consumer electronics. CNC turning meets needs of industries requiring precision, performance, and reliability, including aerospace, medical, automotive, and renewable energy. FastPreci specializes in custom CNC turning solutions for high-performance, durable components, ensuring each part meets exact specifications. Here are some of the key industries served by CNC Turning:
Industrial Automation
CNC Turning constitutes the fundamental pillar of manufacturing for the production of circular and cylindrical components integral to industrial machinery and automation systems. Its capacity to yield uniform, high-precision parts guarantees seamless functionality within the dynamic milieu of factory settings.
Key Applications:
Shafts, Couplings, Bushings, Bearing seats, Threaded connectors
Benefits:
- High-speed production for time-sensitive assembly lines
- Excellent concentricity for rotating parts
- Cost-effective for both standard and custom parts
Robotics
In the realm of robotics, CNC turning plays a pivotal role in fabricating compact, high-strength components that facilitate movement, rotation, and assembly within robotic systems. This process is particularly adept at producing precision rotary joints and housings.
Key Applications:
Joint components, Servo motor housings, Axles, End-effectors
Benefits:
- Tight tolerances for smooth robotic movement
- Lightweight material options for agile systems
- Scalable production from prototypes to mass volumes
Medical Devices
CNC Turning excels in fulfilling the rigorous requirements of the medical sector, offering components with superior precision and freedom from contamination. Its capacity to machine materials such as stainless steel, titanium, and plastics renders it particularly suitable for critical medical applications.
Key Applications:
Bone screws, Surgical handles, Catheter hubs, Diagnostic connectors
Benefits:
- Micro-turning capability for intricate parts
- Biocompatible materials with certified finishes
- Traceable production and quality documentation
Consumer Electronics
CNC turning is instrumental in the fabrication of small, high-volume, visually pristine components for consumer electronics, including housings, threaded connectors, and mechanical buttons. This technology is crucial for facilitating rapid innovation cycles and enabling the design of compact parts.
Key Applications:
Aluminum bezels, Audio jacks, Rotational knobs, Camera modules
Benefits:
- Tight dimensional control for micro-assemblies
- Fine surface finishes for premium aesthetics
- Fast turnaround for prototyping and production
Precision Instruments
CNC turning is pivotal in the fabrication of components for measurement and calibration apparatus. The process’s precision and reproducibility guarantee the sustained accuracy of these instruments over time.
Key Applications:
Dial components, Spindles, Instrument knobs, Bearing housings
Benefits:
- Excellent roundness and straightness tolerances
- Minimal runout for rotating parts
- Support for high-precision metrology-grade parts
New Energy Equipment
CNC turning plays a pivotal role in the green energy sector, providing robust, high-pressure, and corrosion-resistant components that are indispensable for the demanding conditions of battery systems and hydrogen infrastructure.
Key Applications:
Threaded pipe connectors, Battery terminals, Valve bodies, Sensor shells
Benefits:
- Compatible with exotic and corrosion-resistant materials
- Leak-tight threads and sealing surfaces
- Adaptability for low- and high-volume production
Surface Finishing Options
Surface finish is vital for CNC-turned parts’ functionality and aesthetics. Different finishes, like smooth polish or rough texture, improve performance and durability. Common surface finishing options in CNC turning include descriptions and typical applications.
| Finishing Option | Process Description | Typical Applications / Benefits |
| Standard CNC Turning Finish | Basic turning process that leaves a smooth surface with some tool marks. | Ideal for parts that do not require a highly polished finish. Used for functional parts such as shafts, brackets, and bushings. |
| Polishing | A mechanical process using abrasive compounds to achieve a high-gloss finish. | Used in applications requiring aesthetic appeal, such as medical devices, decorative components, and consumer products. |
| Anodizing | An electrochemical process that increases the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of aluminum. | Common in aerospace, automotive, and electronics for corrosion resistance, durability, and aesthetic appeal. |
| Electroplating | A process that uses an electric current to deposit a layer of metal (e.g., nickel, chrome) onto the part surface. | Often used for corrosion resistance, wear resistance, or appearance. Common in automotive and electronic industries. |
| Bead Blasting | A blasting process that uses fine beads to create a uniform matte or textured finish. | Frequently used in applications where a non-reflective finish is required, such as medical devices, aerospace components, and consumer products. |
| Sandblasting | A surface preparation technique using sand particles at high pressure to clean or texture a surface. | Ideal for creating rough textures on parts for better adhesion or appearance. Used in industries like automotive, furniture, and decorative metal works. |
| Heat Treatment | A process of heating and cooling metals to alter their physical properties. Can improve surface hardness. | Used for parts requiring increased hardness, strength, and wear resistance, such as gears, shafts, and cutting tools. |
| Coating (Powder Coating, PVD) | Application of a thin, protective coating to enhance durability and aesthetic properties. | Used to protect parts from corrosion and wear while providing a durable, high-quality finish. Common in automotive, electronics, and aerospace. |
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Why Choose FastPreci
At FastPreci, we take pride in offering high-quality CNC turning services tailored to our clients’ needs. Choosing FastPreci means partnering with a team committed to delivering precision, quality, and exceptional customer service. Contact us today to get started! Here are six reasons why customers choose us:
Unmatched Precision and Accuracy
Our CNC turning services ensure exceptional precision, with tolerances as tight as ±0.005mm, guaranteeing every piece meets your exact specifications.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
We use the latest CNC turning machines with cutting-edge technology to handle a wide range of materials and produce parts with high complexity and intricate geometries.
Extensive Material Expertise
Our team has experience working with metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites, ensuring optimal performance, durability, and cost-efficiency in your CNC-turned parts.
Quick Turnaround and Flexible Production
We offer rapid prototyping and fast turnaround times without compromising quality. Our flexible production capabilities ensure we can meet urgent deadlines and high-volume production needs.
Comprehensive Surface Finishing Options
We offer a range of surface finishing services, including polishing, anodizing, bead blasting, and coating, to enhance the appearance and performance of your parts.
Dedicated Customer Support
Our dedicated customer support team works closely with you to understand your requirements and provide solutions that meet your needs.
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