5 Best Metals for Durable CNC Machined Prototypes

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In precision manufacturing, selecting the right metal for CNC machined prototypes can make or break your project’s success. Whether you’re developing aerospace components or medical devices, the metal you choose impacts not just durability, but also cost-effectiveness, machinability, and overall performance. The five best metals for CNC machined prototypes are aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, stainless […]

8 Factors for Choosing the Right Fits for Your Design

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Engineers often struggle with mechanical fit selection, balancing functional requirements against manufacturing reality and cost constraints. After machining thousands of precision components for aerospace, medical, and industrial applications, we’ve seen how poor fit choices lead to assembly issues, excessive costs, or performance failures. The 8 critical factors for optimal mechanical fit selection include: understanding fundamental […]

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