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Highly precise and economical Custom CNC machining Services at DEK

DEK delivers the most reliable and quick-paced custom CNC machining services to its clients. Our In-house cutting-edge technology ensures you get the exact same prototypes and products every time. Fast supply across all 4 continents with 24/7 expert engineers support to reduce geo-related risks. DEK uses innovative technologies that help in developing high-quality and economical parts for its customers.

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Above-par Custom CNC machining capabilities with no limitation on materials

There is no restriction on material when it comes to DEK’s top-notch CNC machining capabilities. Our custom CNC machining process covers no matter what you need us to machine. Be it ABS, POM, Nylon plastics or brass, aluminum, stainless-steel metals, we got your back. Quantity can be 1 or 1000, but the quality is constant – identical and accurate.

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Extensive range of custom CNC machining processes for your projects

DEK provides limitless manufacturing processes that go with your projects. We have more than 200 – 3, 4, and 5 axis custom CNC machines for outsourcing.  Experience seamless prototyping and production of different levels with the shortest lead time.

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Extensive range of custom CNC machining processes for your projects

Our Custom CNC Machining Services Includes

Sinker EDM

Sinker EDM

Our Sinker EDM service creates parts that can’t be built by conventional cutting techniques. Sinker EDM enables manufacturers to produce parts by burning deep and thin areas which might not be achievable by traditional machining. Whether you need a single, batch, or production order, DEK offers high accuracy and fine finishes.

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Wire Cut EDM

Wire Cut EDM

Our wire cut EDM service opens new possibilities for manufactures. Wire EDM has the capability to run multiple wire sizes and gives producers super consistency for the repeatable wire cutting and eliminates the need for additional surface treatment by providing ultra-fine finishing. DEK is proving the precision and tight tolerance wire EDM with our state-of-the-art custom CNC machining.

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CNC Milling

CNC Milling

CNC milling is comprised of a cutting tool that helps to remove the chips from the material when brought into contact with the workpiece. DEK uses 3-axis and 5-axis indexed milling to create parts from 30  different engineering-grade plastics and metals. Our versatile 5-axis CNC milling can create complex 3D shapes and also ideal for die casting and plastic injection molding.

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CNC Turning

CNC Turning

CNC turning is usually used for cylindrical parts like shafts, worms, and spheres. It is specialized in the high-speed turning of metal and plastic materials. We provide accuracy, versatility, speed, and safety in CNC turning services for your small, medium, and mass production.

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Swiss Turning

Swiss Turning

The swiss turning machining process is ideal for the precision manufacturing of small cylindrical parts in large quantities. It differs from other machining equipment because it employs the swiss type of machining process that uses guide bushing to minimize the distance between the cutting tool and spindle. You can trust seasoned expert engineers with specialized CNC swiss turning machining for intricate components manufacturing.

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Centerless Grinding

Centreless Grinding

This process helps to remove material from the component by abrasive grinding or cutting. We at DEK are confident in our ability to produce high-end results from our centreless grinding on difficult applications. Our grinding equipment can handle parts from different grades of steel. DEK centreless grinding service is specialized in designing machining shafts, camshafts, pump shafts, and bushing.

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Surface Grinding

Surface Grinding

Surface grinding is a technique used for smooth surface texture on the parts and makes them attractive and functional by removing the small incremental material by machine. Our engineers have mastered the art of grinding in order to get the exact same result every time. DEK CNC surface grinding service use multiple variables at once and grind the entire surface identical.

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Why choose us?

Working with market leaders in the On-demand manufacturing industry, without the busyness and risk.

Timely Production

DEK engineers are proficient in creating various parts with CNC machining in a quick turnaround without encountering any error to provide timely production.

Instant Quoting

Just upload the 2D or 3D file and within few hours you’ll get a file and list for the price depending on what is required for the production to come through.

Quality Guaranteed

DEK never compromises on quality and also ISO certified with experienced engineers to ensure the finest quality work. Our high-end raw material gives the superior end product.

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We feed every piece of information regarding the parts we produce to ensure the exact measurement and design from the client is followed.

5-Axis CNC Machining

For the clients looking for advanced, efficient, and consistent parts we have 5-axis CNC machining that moves in five different directions to produce high-level accurate parts.

Material Certification

We certify our end-product and give our clients traceable information about the raw material used for the production of their items because we use the finest material.

Quality is our top priority

“QUALITY COMES NOT FROM INSPECTION, BUT FROM IMPROVEMENT OF THE PRODUCTION PROCESS.”

-DR. W. EDWARDS DEMING

To DEK, Dr. Deming’s textbook remark is not a theory, but a practice we have been conducting every single day. We work on the principle that quality comes during the process of manufacturing, not after the fact.

We use advanced production technologies and strict control systems to ensure high quality. More importantly, the quality-oriented attitude has been so entrenched in the mind of every single employee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to get a quote?

Through the online form or send an email to austin@dekmake.com directly, and please describe your requirements in detail and attach 2D/3D drawings, then you will get our reply within 6 hours.

Can you make complex and precise parts?

Yes! Other suppliers are afraid of precision parts, but we like precision parts very much. This is because we have rich experience in the production of precision mold components, the tolerance we did can reach ±0.001mm, which is impossible for 99.9% of prototype manufacturers.

Can we sign confidentiality agreement?

Yes, we understand the importance of prototypes to you, so we will sign a confidentiality agreement and fully comply with it.

Can you provide a test report?

Definitely! Our predecessor is precision machining shop, and 100% inspection of each part is our daily basic work. We will check the size, tolerance, color, and other details before leaving the factory. If you need an inspection report, we will send it with goods together.

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Custom CNC machining: A Complete FAQ Guide

The below-mentioned questions and answers are intended to help the manufacturers and customers who are here to learn more about custom CNC machining and its process. You can also use our online support or you can write directly to us if you have any queries about the custom CNC machines.

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What Is Custom CNC Machining?

What Is Custom CNC Machining?

Custom CNC machining creates parts that do not exist anywhere else. These parts can be produced using different types of CNC machines including CNC turning, CNC milling, and EDM, and others. A custom part can vary in size, dimension, and material used to create that part. Almost every industry requires custom CNC machined parts in their manufacturing cycle. If the manufacturer needs accurate CNC parts that are complex to create using the traditional machines, custom CNC machining could be the answer for them.

What Are The Advantages Of Custom CNC Machining?

What Are The Advantages Of Custom CNC Machining

In manufacturing, custom CNC machining is the most important part. It offers different techniques to create parts best suited for your applications. The CNC machines in contrast to manual machines can extremely improve accuracy, increase production speed, enhance safety, expand efficiency, and most importantly can reduce the cost. Below mentioned is the detailed advantages of custom CNC machining:

  • Consistent product quality with accuracy:

Custom CNC machining is more precise than manual machining and can be repeated to create the same parts in large quantities over and over again.

  • Increased production efficiency and speed:

This process is automated and computer-controlled, therefore increased the speed of the manufacturing. Machines do not tire and need rest which makes it more efficient than manual machining.

  • Safer than the manual machines:

CNC machines are safer than manual machines because these machines work in close and guarded transparent doors.

  • CNC machining is cost-effective:

Traditional machining requires a separate operator for each machine. Multi CNC machines can be controlled by a single skilled operator at one time. Because of the accuracy of the CNC machines, it also reduces the error and eliminates unnecessary wastage.

What Types Of Materials Can Be Custom CNC Machining?

What Types Of Materials Can Be Custom CNC Machining

Following are the materials, their characteristics, and their applications which can be custom CNC machined:

ALUMINUM:

  • Type:6061, 6061 – T6, 7075
  • Characteristics: Good weldability and formability, improved corrosion resistance, good fatigue strength, contains magnesium and silicon.
  • Applications: Marines fittings, aircraft fittings, camera lens mounts, electronic hardware, couplings, prototypes, and hardware.

BRASS:

  • Type: 260
  • Characteristics: Resist to most of the chemicals, plate stock, good corrosion resistance.
  • Applications: Fittings, commercial products, aerospace, and electronic hardware.

COPPER:

  • Type: C101
  • Characteristics: High electrical conductivity, weak against acids, halogens sulphides, and ammonia solutions, corrosion resistance in most environments.
  • Applications: Electrical, automotive and domestic appliances.

PLASTIC:

  • Type: Ceramic peek, PVC and Nylon
  • Characteristics: Good impact strength, better impact resistance, excellent machinability, good dimensional stability, PVC has low cost and is good flame resistant.
  • Applications: Switches, connectors, test sockets, PVC is used in construction, medical devices, credit cards, children’s toys, Nylon is used as an insulator and in bearings.

Stainless Steel:

  • Type: 304, 316, 416, 17-4 PH
  • Characteristics: Increased corrosion and chemical resistance, cracking and pitting resistance, can be heat treated.
  • Applications: Medical implant, surgical instruments, aerospace, screw, machinery parts, car headers.

What Is The Lead Time For Custom CNC Machined Parts?

DEK reduces downtime and increases the production of your parts. With our rapid quoting system, you can get a quote in 4 hours or less depending upon the complexity of your parts and the number of production. With our seamless capacity, we produce multiple customer’s quick-turn projects at the same time. Here is the general lead time for the production:

  • The expected production time is 7-10 days
  • Quick production time is 1-5 days

If you have any preference or any custom production requirements contact our support team to get your project done.

What Custom CNC Material Costs?

What Custom CNC Material Costs

When calculating the cost of custom CNC machining, considering the material cost is crucial. There are several materials used in CNC machinings like metal and plastics. Materials with the dimensions of 6” x 6” x 1”, has the below-expected costs:

Metals

  • Stainless Steel
  • Aluminium 7075
  • Aluminium 6061

Plastic

  • Nylon
  • POM (Delrin)
  • ABS

Also, there might be wastage while machining the parts because of the subtractive nature of the CNC machining manufacturing process.

How Much Does Custom CNC Machining Costs?

It totally depends upon running different CNC machining. The hourly rate for the 3 – axis milling machine is approximately around $40, for CNC turning, the cost is about $35 per hour and for the 5-axis machines is anywhere between $80 to $120/hour or can be higher.

What Type Of CAD Files Are Accepted For Custom CNC Machining?

There are many CAD file formats used in the computer manufacturing process and these files are also employed interchangeably in different manufacturing processes like CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D printing. Although, certain files are only accepted for specific processes. 3D fil format number are as many as there is 3D modeling applications. Below mentioned formats are the most popular formats used in custom CNC machining:

  • SLDPRT (SOLIDWORKS)
  • IPT (Autodesk Inventor)
  • PRT (Siemens)
  • 3DXML | CATPART (Dassault Systems)
  • X_T | X_B (Parasolid)
  • PTC (PTC)
  • SAT (ACIS)

There are also other formats called standard non-proprietary. They are created for the ease of sharing and they are also compatible with popular CAD software. These formats are:

  • STEP also known as STP, this 3D file format was created by ISO (International Standard Organisation)
  • IGES is an interchange file format which is created by the US air force. IGES files have a .igs or .iges file extension.

STEP and IGES file formats are popular because CAD software allows you to save files directly in these formats.

What Are The Custom Types Of CNC Machining?

Below mentioned are the types of custom CNC machining:

  • CNC Turning:

CNC Turning

CNC turning machines can create internal and external features on the parts including drilled holes, broaches, bores, reamed holes, slots, tapping, and threads. Parts made through CNC turning are screws, shafts, and bolts.

  • CNC Milling:

CNC Milling

It is characterized by its ability to rotate the cutting tool while holding the material workpiece still. CNC milling can produce a wide range of shapes including shallow, cavities in the workpiece and flat surfaces and its peripheral milled features can also create deep cavities such as threads and slots.

  • CNC Laser Machines:

CNC Laser Machines

CNC laser machines are used in the decorations and parts making of machined components. For example, when it is difficult to print the logo on the machined component the laser machine is employed for the engraving of the logo.

  • CNC EDM:

CNC EDM

CNC EDM is mostly used to create precise micro holes, tapered features, slots, and other more complicated features. It is typically used for hard metals that are difficult to machine to the desired shape.

  • CNC Plasma Cutting Machines:

CNC Plasma Cutting Machines

CNC plasma cutting machines are employed for many reasons, one being cutting the materials. CNC plasma performs this operation by using the high-power plasma torch which is controlled by the computer. Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass material are cut using the CNC plasma cutting machines.

What Are Your Minimum Order Quantities For Custom CNC Machining?

We take pride in offering no minimum quantity order requirements, which means you can order as little as you want from us. It is totally negotiable and depends upon your requirements.  Our goal is to make our service available and accessible to all no matter small or large business that why we employ this rule.

Why Is It Essential To Use Custom Machining Services?

Why Is It Essential To Use Custom Machining Services

Custom CNC machining is essential in producing precise parts for the customer’s specific application and design needs. Custom machining is ideal in the following situations:

For the parts that can’t be found on the shelf: Some parts are difficult to find in a catalog or may not exist. Custom CNC machines help to create those parts to bring the new designs to life.

For meeting the requirements of special applications: Custom CNC machining is ideal for parts that have unique features like multiple elements combined to form the single component, texture engraving, and for adding other features which are not found in the standard components.

For short lead-time: This method offers a short lead time in creating parts that are unique and difficult to find in the market. Keep manufacturer away from the hassle of sourcing, you just need to engage with the custom CNC machining service provider to produce the part o your behalf to reduce the time for sourcing.

For low-volume production: Custom CNC machines are employed for the lower order volume requirements as compare to standard parts, making it easier to order one time small order.

How To Choose The Best Custom CNC Machining Service Provider From China?

As a global leader in manufacturing, China has become an important market for custom CNC machining. Today there are so many CNC machining service providers in China which don’t only serve the local market but also the major supplier for the global industries. Below mentioned are some of the important factors that can help you choose the right partner for CNC machining from China.

Certification: When choosing the CNC machining partner for custom CNC machining it is important to check the service provider has the relevant certification that aligns with the type of product you need. For instance, If you need the parts related to the medical industry the custom CNC machining provider should have the appropriate certification and quality control for the health care industry.

Quality Control: It is important to check the quality control measures of the custom CNC machining service provider including raw material inspection, in-process quality checks, finished the part inspection, and outgoing quality control. The service provider that has stringent and state-of-the-art quality control measures will ensure that your product is of a high standard.

Product Capabilities: When selecting the Chinese CNC machining company to work with, make sure to check that the company has the right equipment and production capabilities to fullfil your order.

Place the order for a small quantity as a trial: Finally to see that the service provider tick marks all the requirements for custom CNC machining order, It is suggested to place the protoype order of the part. This will enable you to check if the company can produce the part up to the standard you want in a given time or not. At DEK we ensure our clients that prototypes are machined and delivered within just 3 days.

Does Dek Offer Secondary Finishing On An Order Of Custom Parts? What If I Need To Finish On Parts I Already Have?

DEK offers a wide range of secondary finishings for your orders like anodizing, electroless plating, metal brushing, abrasive blasting, grinding, and powder coating. Have a look at the secondary finishing service to see the full list. If you need finishing of the part we don’t manufacture, send us pictures and details through quote form and we get back to you ASAP with our offer.

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