Today, Metaphönix GmbH would like to share some information about application of common processes of precision machining.
- CNC Milling:It’s widely used in the manufacturing of molds and dies, where complex geometries such as the cavities for plastic injection molding or die – casting are created. For example, in the automotive industry, the molds for car body parts are precision – milled. In the electronics industry, it’s used to fabricate the housings of electronic devices, milling out the exact shapes and slots for buttons, connectors, and other components.
- CNC Turning:It’s used to produce shafts, spindles, and other cylindrical components. For example, in the machinery industry, the shafts for motors, pumps, and gearboxes are precision – turned. In the medical field, the pins and rods used in orthopedic implants are also manufactured through precision turning.
- Grinding:It’s often the final machining step to achieve a high – quality surface finish and precise dimensions. In the manufacturing of bearings, the raceways and balls are ground to achieve the required roundness and surface roughness. In the tool – making industry, precision – ground cutting tools have a better edge quality and dimensional accuracy.
- Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM):It’s especially useful for machining hard and conductive materials. In the mold – making industry, EDM is used to create intricate cavities and details in molds that are difficult to achieve with traditional machining methods. For example, in the production of plastic injection molds for complex consumer products like mobile phone cases, EDM can accurately create the small, detailed features such as logos and button holes.
- Laser Machining:In the electronics industry, laser machining is used to cut and drill printed circuit boards (PCBs) with high precision. In the jewelry and watch – making industries, laser engraving is used to create intricate designs and markings on precious metals and gemstones. In the automotive and aerospace industries, laser cutting is used to cut complex – shaped parts from sheet metals with a high degree of accuracy.