Explore Flourish Legend's CNC Machining Plastic Materials

As an advanced CNC machining plastic parts supplier in Guangdong, China, Flourish Legend is committed to providing high quality, precision customized parts and assembly solutions. With many years of experience and excellent technical capabilities, we can process various plastic materials, including PP, PE, PS, PVC, nylon, PET, PC, PMMA, PI, etc., providing excellent products and services for customers in various industries. CNC machining of plastic materials is widely used in many industries, including automotive manufacturing, electronic equipment, medical devices, aerospace and more.





Types of CNC Plastic Materials Available



CNC Machining ABS

Flourish Legend, one of professional cnc plastic manufacturers, combines customized CNC machining technology with ABS material to create high precision and aesthetically pleasing ABS parts for you. Whether it's functional components or decorative shells, we provide outstanding performance and remarkable details to your projects with high precision and excellent quality of our precision OEM CNC machining services.



CNC Machining PC

PC is a kind of tough thermoplastic resin, which has the characteristics of colorless transparency, heat resistance, impact resistance, flame retardancy, high refractive index, and good processing performance. As a CNC plastic material, PC can be divided into anti-static PC, conductive PC, fiber-added fire-resistant PC, UV-resistant and weather-resistant PC, food-grade PC, and chemical-resistant PC. The three major application fields of PC machining plastic material are the glass assembly industry, the automobile industry, and the electronics and electrical appliances industry, followed by industrial machinery parts, CDs, packaging, computers and other office equipment, medical and health care, films, leisure and protective equipment, etc.



CNC Machining PMMA (Acrylic)

It is a plastic polymer material, commonly known as plexiglass, which has the characteristics of good transparency, stable chemical properties, good weather resistance, easy dyeing, easy processing, and beautiful appearance, and is widely used in the construction industry. These machined plastic parts have the following characteristics: 1. Good weather resistance, acid and alkali resistance, even if it is used for a long time, it will not cause problems such as yellowing and hydrolysis. 2. Long service life, at least three years. 3. The light transmittance is good, above 92%, the light intensity is small, and it is more energy-saving and power-saving. 4. Strong impact resistance, which is 16 times that of ordinary products, suitable for safe areas. 5. Good insulation effect, suitable for various electrical equipment. 6. The CNC plastic weight is only half of ordinary glass, and the building is less stressed. 7. The color is bright and the brightness is much higher than other mat



CNC Machining POM (Delrin/Acetal)

It is an engineering CNC plastic with excellent performance, known as "Dura Steel" and "Super Steel". POM has hardness, strength, and rigidity similar to metal, and it has good self-lubrication, good fatigue resistance, and elasticity in a wide range of temperature and humidity. In addition, this machining plastic material has good chemical resistance. character. At a lower cost than many other engineering plastics, POM is replacing some markets traditionally occupied by metals, such as replacing zinc, brass, aluminum, and steel to make many parts. Since its inception, POM has been widely used in electrical and electronic, mechanical, instruments, the daily light industry, automobiles, building materials, agriculture, and other fields. Applications in many new fields, such as medical technology, sports equipment, etc.



CNC Machining Nylon

Polyamide (PA, commonly known as nylon). PA,a CNC plastic material, has good comprehensive properties, including mechanical properties, heat resistance, wear resistance, chemical resistance and self-lubricating properties, low friction coefficient, certain flame retardancy, easy processing, suitable for glass fiber and Other fillers are filled to enhance modification, improve performance and expand application range. This CNC plastic is suitable for making wear-resistant parts, transmission structural parts, household electrical appliances parts, automobile manufacturing parts, screw rod preventive mechanical parts, chemical mechanical parts, chemical equipment. Such as turbines, gears, bearings, impellers, cranks, instrument panels, drive shafts, valves, blades, screw rods, high-pressure washers, screws, nuts, sealing rings, shuttles, sleeves, sleeve connectors, etc.



CNC Machining MC Nylon

MC nylon, also known as cast nylon, a machining plastic material, is made of molten caprolactam monomer C6H11NO as a catalyst under normal pressure, together with activators and other additives to make monomers to be polymerized, and then directly injected to preheat to a certain In the mold with high temperature, the CNC plastic material undergoes a polymerization reaction quickly in the mold, condenses into a tough solid blank, and then undergoes related processes to obtain the predetermined product. As one of engineering CNC machining plastics, MC nylon products are "replacing steel with plastic, with excellent performance" and have a wide range of uses. It has many unique properties such as light weight, high strength, self-lubricating, wear-resistant, anti-corrosion, insulation, etc. It is a widely used engineering plastic and is used in almost all industrial fields.



CNC Machining PVC

Polyvinyl chloride (Polyvinyl chloride), referred to as PVC in English, Polyvinyl chloride has good mechanical strength, weather resistance and flame resistance. This CNC machining plastic can be used alone as a structural material and used in the chemical industry to manufacture pipes, plates and injection molding products. Rigid PVC can be reinforced. Density: 1380 kg/m3 Young's modulus of elasticity (E): 2900-3400 MPa Tensile strength (σt): 50-80 MPa Elongation at break: 20-40% Glass transition temperature: 87°C Melting point: 212°C Softening temperature: 85℃ Thermal conductivity (λ): 0.16 W/(m K) Coefficient of thermal expansion (α): 8×10-5 /K Heat capacity (c): 0.9 kJ/(kg K) Water absorption (ASTM): 0.04-0.4 Refractive index: 1.52~1.55



CNC Machining PEEK

Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) has attracted much attention due to its excellent properties. Its high temperature stability allows it to maintain excellent performance in extreme environments, its chemical stability makes it resistant to a variety of aggressive media, and its excellent mechanical strength gives it durability and reliability. This CNC plastic material is widely used in the aerospace field for the manufacture of high-performance engine parts and aerospace structures; in the field of medical devices, the peek plastic machining material is used to manufacture biocompatible parts and durable medical equipment; in the automotive industry, PEEK is Endowed auto parts with longer life and better performance. In short, PEEK plays an indispensable role in various fields with its multiple advantages.



CNC Machining PTFE

CNC machining of PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) offers precision fabrication of intricate components. PTFE's low friction, chemical resistance, and high temperature stability make it ideal for diverse industries like automotive, electronics, and medical. CNC plastic prototype manufacturing technology ensures accurate and consistent results, creating custom PTFE parts with tight tolerances for applications such as seals, gaskets, and insulators. This precision plastic machining process enables the production of complex shapes, promoting efficiency and reliability in demanding environments.



How to Machine Plastic Through CNC Machining?



How Are CNC Plastic Material Machined?



CNC Milling:



Secure the plastic material on the CNC plastic milling machine bed.



Use CAM software to program precise toolpaths for milling operations.



Select appropriate milling tools for plastic machining.



Initiate the plastic CNC milling machine to execute toolpaths, removing material in layers.



Perform finish passes and quality checks to ensure accuracy.



CNC Plastic Turning:



Mount the plastic material securely in the CNC plastic lathing.



Program toolpaths for the turning process using CAM software.



Choose suitable turning tools for the specific plastic material.



Activate the CNC lathe to turn the plastic material, shaping it accurately.



Execute finish passes and inspect for dimensional accuracy.



CNC Plastic Bending:



Prepare the plastic sheet or profile for bending.



Choose an appropriate bending die and set up the CNC plastic bending machine.



Feed the plastic material into the CNC plastic bending machine.



Activate the CNC plastic bending machine to bend the plastic material accurately.



Ensure the bent components meet the programmed specifications.



CNC Grinding:



Secure the plastic component on the CNC plastic grinding machine.



Program precise grinding toolpaths using CAM software.



Choose a grinding wheel suitable for plastic materials.



Commence the CNC plastic grinding process to achieve the desired surface finish.



Conduct a final inspection to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.



These CNC plastic machining processes provide versatility in shaping plastic materials for various applications, ensuring precision, efficiency, and quality in the final products.



How Does CNC Machine Plastic?

Design and Preparation: First, you need to use CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create or obtain a 3D model of the part. Then, determine the cutting path and process parameters according to the model, and prepare the required tools and fixtures.



Set up the Machine Tool: install the workpiece on the CNC machine tool, and ensure the stability of the workpiece and fixture. Then, set the machine tool according to the processing requirements, including zero point, coordinate axis tool length compensation, etc.



Tool Path Programming: Use CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) software to generate tool path programs according to design requirements for cutting operations.



Complete Processing: Once the processing is completed, check whether the size and surface quality of the workpiece meets the requirements. Follow-up treatments such as trimming or polishing are carried out if necessary.



How Does CNC Machine Plastic?

How to Choose the Appropriate Type Plastics in CNC Machining?

Here are a few factors to consider when choosing the right type of plastic for customized CNC machining:



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How to Choose the Appropriate Type Plastics in CNC Machining?

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Physical Performance Requirements: Depending on the required physical properties, such as strength, stiffness, wear resistance, etc., select a plastic material with corresponding characteristics. For example, if high-strength CNC machining plastic parts are required, engineering CNC machining plastics such as CNC ABS, machining nylon or polycarbonate (PC) can be selected.



Flourish Legend CNC Plastic Machining Capabilities

Flourish Legend provides you with full-process CNC plastic machining services from plastic prototype manufacturing to batch processing. We are good at CNC precision plastic machining of complex structural designs, and provide support for CNC machining of plastic and metal parts and various post-surface treatments. Prototype models, high-precision metal parts, plastic casings, and plastic/metal non-standard parts can all be processed and produced, supporting OEM/ODM and small batches.



Flourish Legend CNC Plastic Machining Capabilities

FAQs About CNC Machining Plastic Materials

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Why Do People Prefer CNC Plastic Machining Over Other Methods?

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There are several reasons why people prefer to use CNC machines to process plastics rather than other methods:



1. High precision and repeatability: CNC machine tools can achieve a high precision plastic machining process, so that the processed CNC machined plastic parts have precise dimensions and geometric shapes. This high accuracy and repeatability is important for many applications, especially in demanding industries such as aerospace, medical and automotive manufacturing.



2. Complexity and versatility: CNC machine tools have multi-axis control capabilities and can process machining plastic parts with complex shapes and structures. They can perform multiple machining operations simultaneously, such as CNC milling manufacturing, drilling, boring, etc., making the machining process more flexible and efficient. This versatility makes CNC machines ideal for manufacturing complex plastic parts.



3. Automation and production efficiency: CNC machine tools are an automated processing method that operates through pre-written programs, reducing human error and operating time. The operator only needs to set up the machine tool and monitor the machining process, and the machine tool will automatically perform precise machining operations, improving production efficiency. This is very important for mass production or projects requiring efficient machining.



4. Flexibility and quick adjustment: CNC machine tools are highly flexible and can be quickly designed and adjusted as needed. By modifying the processing program, it can quickly adapt to design changes or changes in production requirements, reducing production cycles and costs. This flexibility enables CNC plastic machining manufacturers to quickly respond to market demands and flexibly adjust production plans.



5. Improve the working environment and safety: the automation feature of CNC machine tools reduces the direct contact between the operator and the machine tool and improves the safety of the working environment. Compared with traditional manual operations, CNC machine tools reduce the risk of physical injury to operators and provide a safer working environment.



In general, CNC machine tools have the advantages of high precision, multi-function, automation, flexibility and high efficiency in processing plastics, and these characteristics make it the preferred method that people like to use.



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Common Applications of CNC Plastic Parts?