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3ERP delivers quick turn prototype parts in just days to help engineers, designers, and product developers validate designs accurately.
CNC machining is a cost-efficient way to make certain types of parts in small volume or medium quantity. For example, 100 pieces to 1000 pieces.
CNC machines and robots are an excellent combination for manufacturing, whether for small batches or large volumes.
We offer a wide range of engineering-grade plastic and metal materials, including aluminum, brass, steel, stainless steel, ABS plastic, glass, and wood. If your desired material is not listed in our stock, please specify the required features, tolerances, inspection requirements, and quantities so our engineering team can review your request.
Aluminum offers excellent machinability, corrosion resistance, and durability, making it ideal for various applications, such as aerospace, automotive parts, and outdoor components.
Brass offers excellent machinability, a strong strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, making it ideal for industrial applications requiring durability and precision.
Copper is an efficient heat conductor with superior malleability, good corrosion resistance, and antimicrobial properties. It is ideal for electrical wiring, plumbing, and heat exchangers.
Steel is a strong, versatile material with high tensile strength, ideal for structural components. It has various subtypes for specific applications.
Stainless steel is a corrosion-resistant alloy of steel, chromium, and nickel. It’s ideal for kitchen appliances, medical equipment, and automotive parts.
Bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, offers excellent durability and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for intricate, heavy-duty components and applications requiring strength.
Titanium offers a high strength-to-weight ratio, low thermal expansion, excellent corrosion resistance, and is biocompatible, making it ideal for aerospace, medical implants, and precision machining.
Magnesium is the lightest structural metal with a high strength-to-weight ratio, good machinability, and excellent vibration damping, ideal for lightweight applications.
Zinc is a corrosion-resistant metal often used for galvanizing steel, die casting, and making batteries, automotive parts, and hardware due to its durability and low cost.
Inconel is a high-performance nickel-chromium alloy with excellent heat and corrosion resistance, commonly used in aerospace, gas turbines, and chemical processing equipment.
Invar is a nickel-iron alloy with extremely low thermal expansion, ideal for precision instruments, clocks, aerospace components, and applications requiring dimensional stability under temperature changes.
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a versatile thermoplastic polymer known for its strength, durability, and ease of processing. It is widely used in applications such as automotive parts, consumer electronics, and medical equipment.
PMMA, also known as acrylic, is a transparent, lightweight plastic with excellent optical clarity, commonly used in lenses, displays, light covers, and signage.
PC (Polycarbonate) is a strong, impact-resistant plastic with high transparency and heat resistance, widely used in eyewear lenses, electronics, automotive parts, and safety equipment.
POM (Polyoxymethylene), also known as acetal or Delrin, is a strong, low-friction plastic ideal for gears, bearings, automotive parts, and precision mechanical components.
PCGF30 is polycarbonate reinforced with 30% glass fiber, offering high strength, rigidity, and heat resistance—ideal for automotive, electrical housings, and structural components.
PA (Polyamide or Nylon) is a strong, wear-resistant plastic with good chemical resistance, commonly used in gears, bearings, automotive parts, and industrial machinery components.
PC+ABS is a thermoplastic blend combining strength, impact resistance, and heat resistance, commonly used in automotive interiors, electronic housings, and consumer products.
A glass-fiber reinforced plastic with high strength, excellent dimensional stability and heat resistance, perfect for demanding machining applications.
PP GF30 is polypropylene reinforced with 30% glass fiber, providing excellent heat resistance, low friction, and chemical resistance, commonly used in automotive, industrial, and electrical components.
PP (Polypropylene) is a versatile, lightweight, chemical-resistant plastic commonly used in packaging, automotive parts, textiles, and consumer goods due to its durability and flexibility.
PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) is a non-stick, high-temperature resistant plastic known for its excellent chemical resistance. It is commonly used in gaskets, seals, bearings, and non-stick cookware.
PEI (Polyetherimide) is a high-performance plastic known for its strength, heat resistance, and electrical properties, commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and medical devices.
PS (Polystyrene) is a rigid, lightweight plastic with good clarity, commonly used in disposable cutlery, food containers, CD cases, and packaging materials.
PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) is a high-performance, heat- and chemical-resistant plastic, ideal for industrial components requiring dimensional stability and durability.
PE (Polyethylene) is a lightweight, flexible, and chemical-resistant plastic widely used in household goods for its durability and versatility.
PPSU (Polyphenylsulfone) is a tough, heat- and chemical-resistant plastic, ideal for medical devices, sterilizable components, plumbing fittings, and aerospace parts requiring high performance.
PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) is a strong, lightweight plastic commonly used in food containers, textiles, and packaging for its durability and recyclability.
PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) is a high-performance, heat-resistant plastic with excellent chemical resistance, commonly used in aerospace, medical, and automotive parts.
LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) is a flexible, lightweight plastic with good chemical resistance, commonly used in containers, toys, and piping applications.
G-10/FR4 is a fiberglass-reinforced epoxy laminate, offering excellent electrical insulation and strength, commonly used in circuit boards, electrical components, and structural applications.
HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) is a strong, durable plastic with excellent chemical resistance, commonly used in containers, pipes, toys, and industrial applications for its toughness.
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is a durable, chemical-resistant plastic used in pipes, flooring, medical devices, and electrical insulation due to its versatility and low cost.
Foam plastics, such as polyurethane (PU) and polystyrene (PS), are lightweight, easily machinable materials commonly used for prototyping, modeling, and low-load tooling. Their foam structure offers excellent dimensional stability and ease of cutting, making them ideal for visual models and master patterns in mold making.
Wood is a natural material from trees. High-density woods are machinable. It’s a common material for consumer products such as furniture and artwork.
Glass is a hard, transparent material made from silica, used in windows, containers, lenses, and decorative items due to its clarity, strength, and versatility.
Stone is a durable, natural material used in construction, landscaping, artworks (e.g., statues, jewelry), and inspection machines, valued for its strength, beauty, and versatility.
Ceramics is a super-rigid, insulating high high-temperature resistant material. It is widely used in electronic products. It can be used as a cutter as well.
Surface finishes are essential for enhancing the appearance, durability, and functionality of precision-machined parts. As the final step in the CNC process, surface finishing improves wear resistance, corrosion protection, sealing, and friction performance through mechanical, chemical, or thermal treatments. Explore our list of popular CNC surface finish options to meet your specific functional and aesthetic requirements.
This finish leaves the surface directly from the CNC machine, providing a cost-effective option with visible tool marks.
This process smooths the surface by removing tool marks, resulting in a refined finish with varying levels of gloss and texture.
This process creates a uniform, matte texture by propelling fine abrasive particles onto the surface, removing imperfections and tool marks.
A protective and aesthetic coating is applied to the surface, offering a smooth, uniform finish with customizable colors and textures.
A durable, wear-resistant finish applied electrostatically and cured under heat, providing a uniform, protective coating in various colors.
An electrochemical process that enhances surface durability, corrosion resistance, and appearance, available in various colors with a smooth or matte finish.
An electrostatically applied coating that provides a uniform, corrosion-resistant finish with excellent adhesion, commonly used for protective and aesthetic purposes.
A protective and decorative coating that enhances corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and surface hardness while providing a smooth, metallic finish.
Read our practical guide to optimize production efficiency. 3ERP experts offer immediate feedback to ensure optimal results in CNC machining, helping you consistently achieve precision tolerances. Following these best practices not only enhances precision and shortens lead time but also helps control your CNC machining service cost by reducing unnecessary complexity and rework.


















































