Explore Real CNC Machining Projects
Explore real CNC machining projects completed by Trustus CNC, including 5-axis machining, CNC turn-mill machining, and aluminum extrusion machining. Each case demonstrates our manufacturing capabilities, quality control, and engineering experience.
5-Axis CNC Machining Project
Application
Industrial Automation Equipment
Material
Aluminum 6061-T6
Machining Process
Simultaneous 5-Axis CNC Machining
Surface Finish
Sand Blasting + Clear Anodizing
Production Type
Prototype & Low-Volume Production
This aluminum mounting bracket was manufactured using simultaneous 5-axis CNC machining to achieve complex multi-sided features in a single setup. The part requires accurate hole positioning, good surface finish, and stable dimensional consistency for industrial automation applications.
Manufacturing Challenges
Complex Multi-Sided Machining
The part required machining from multiple angles while maintaining precise alignment between all features.
Tight Positional Tolerance
Critical hole positions and mounting surfaces required accurate machining to ensure proper assembly.
Surface Quality
Visible surfaces required a consistent finish with minimal tool marks before anodizing.
Our Solution
Used simultaneous 5-axis machining to reduce multiple setups.
Optimized tool paths to improve machining efficiency.
Performed CMM inspection on critical dimensions.
Delivered prototype parts within the requested lead time.
Result
✓ High dimensional accuracy
✓ Stable assembly performance
✓ Consistent anodized finish
✓ Delivered on schedule
Our quality control process covers key stages from drawing review to final inspection, helping ensure that machined parts meet customer specifications before shipment.
1. Drawing Review
Review drawings, tolerances, materials, and critical dimensions before production.
2. In-Process Inspection
Check critical dimensions during machining to identify dimensional issues early.
3. Dimensional Inspection
Use appropriate inspection equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances according to customer drawings.
4. Final Inspection
Perform final dimensional and visual inspection before parts are approved for shipment.
Aluminum Extrusion Project
Application
Electronic Equipment Cooling
Material
Aluminum 6063-T5
Machining Process
CNC Milling
Surface Finish
Clear Anodizing
Production Type
Prototype & Small Batch Production
This aluminum heat sink was CNC machined for electronic equipment cooling applications. Multiple cooling fins were precisely machined to improve heat dissipation while maintaining excellent dimensional stability and surface quality.
Manufacturing Challenges
Extrusion Profile Accuracy
Maintaining straightness and dimensional consistency of the aluminum extrusion before CNC machining.
Machining Datum Control
Ensuring stable positioning and accurate reference surfaces during secondary CNC machining.
Tight Assembly Tolerances
Critical mounting features required precise CNC finishing to achieve reliable assembly.
Surface Finish
Protecting the anodized surface while maintaining clean machined edges and consistent appearance.
Our Solution
Used aluminum extrusion as the near-net-shape process to improve material utilization.
Performed precision CNC machining on critical mounting and assembly features.
Applied dedicated fixtures to ensure repeatable positioning.
Conducted dimensional inspection before anodizing and final shipment.
Result
✓ Stable dimensional accuracy
✓ Excellent assembly consistency
✓ Clean anodized appearance
✓ Reduced machining cost and lead time
Turn-Mill Machining Project
Application
Industrial Automation
Material
Aluminum 6061-T6
Machining Process
CNC Turning + CNC Milling
Surface Finish
Clear Anodizing
Production Type
Prototype & Small Batch Production
This aluminum shaft component was manufactured using CNC turning and milling operations. External threads, precision holes and milled features were machined while maintaining good concentricity and dimensional accuracy for industrial automation applications.
Manufacturing Challenges
One-Setup Machining
Completing turning, milling and drilling operations in a single setup while maintaining machining stability.
Concentricity Control
Maintaining accurate concentricity between threaded features, bores and milled surfaces.
Tight Position Tolerance
Critical holes and milled features required precise positioning to ensure reliable assembly.
Surface Finish
Machined surfaces required a clean finish suitable for clear anodizing.
Our Solution
Utilized CNC turn-mill machining to complete multiple operations in one setup.
Eliminated secondary clamping to improve positional accuracy.
Optimized machining strategy to reduce production time.
Performed dimensional inspection on all critical features before shipment.
Result
✓ One-setup complete machining
✓ High concentricity and positioning accuracy
✓ Reduced machining time
✓ Reliable assembly performance