Process | Best For | Precision & Surface | Cost & Volume | Applications | Key Takeaway |
CNC Milling | Prismatic parts, complex 3D shapes | High precision, smooth finish | Low–medium volume, fast turnaround | Engine brackets, housings, molds, prototypes | Flexible, accurate, and ideal for prototypes & production parts |
CNC Turning | Cylindrical & rotational parts | Excellent roundness & concentricity | Low–medium volume | Shafts, bushings, threaded rods, rollers | Most efficient for rotational geometries |
EDM / Wire-Cut | Sharp corners, deep cavities, hardened steels | Ultra-high precision, no tool marks | Slow, higher cost | Mold cavities, fine slots, intricate dies | Use when milling cannot reach |
Metal 3D Printing | Internal channels, lattices, lightweight designs | Moderate precision, post-machining required | Low volume, higher cost | Aerospace brackets, medical implants, conformal cooling inserts | Excellent for complex shapes, best with CNC finishing |
Die Casting | Thin-walled, high-volume metal parts | Good dimensional stability, some machining needed | High upfront tooling, low per-part cost | Automotive housings, heat sinks, appliance parts | Best for mass production after design validation |
Sheet Metal Fabrication | Thin plate structures, enclosures, brackets | Good accuracy for 2D profiles & bends | Low–high volume, fast | Electronic housings, cabinets, chassis, frames | Cost-effective for lightweight structural parts |
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