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What our CNC Machining Service offers

Our CNC machining service is a subtractive process that removes material from a billet using a circular cutting tool.

Advanced CNC machinery and our industrial fabrication partners enable us to produce exactly what you need when you need it. CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) has opened the doors to endless possibilities.

With intelligent programming, data paths are trialled and tool paths are perfected in advance of production, achieving efficiency and accuracy. From simple components to highly complex specifications, we select the best partner to produce your CNC machined parts based on suitability and price.

Our CNC machining services allow you to order machined parts online, with a fast turnaround time. We’re a manufacturer offering custom CNC machining in the UK.

Expect fast CNC machining and manufacturing. You can receive a detailed CNC machining quote within the next 24 hours.

Precision machining is what we do, with a wealth of experience behind us and competitive prices for our customers. The latest technology allows us to provide a reliable online CNC machining service for your project, whatever it entails.

If you are interested in obtaining a CNC turning quote, check our CNC Turning Service

CNC Machining Service

Quality assured CNC machined parts

Unofactory is proud to work with highly trusted, rigorously chosen factories. And our CNC machining process has been refined continually over the past decade. Each factory has been chosen to offer the highest quality CNC machined parts. By maintaining close relationships not only with our clients but also with our factories, Unofactory is able to offer exceptional levels of quality.

Our   ISO 9001 manufacturing standards demonstrate our commitment to delivering high-quality machined parts on time. It is one of the many reasons why our clients trust Unofactory with their manufacturing needs.

Trust Unofactory to deliver your CNC Machining Project on time, to specification and at a competitive price.


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What materials are available for CNC machining?

Unofactory offers a wide variety of materials for CNC Machining including both metals and plastics. Please see the list for a sample of the materials we work with.

Select a material to view available options:

Material
AI6061
AI6063
AI6082
AI7075 (Aerospace grade)
AI5086 (Marine grade)
AI5754 (H22)

AI6061
AI6063
AI6082
AI7075 (Aerospace grade)
AI5086 (Marine grade)
AI5754 (H22)

If you require a material not in this list, please do get in touch as it is likely we can source it for you.


What our CNC Machining Service offers


Our CNC machining service is a subtractive process that removes material from a billet using a circular cutting tool.

Advanced CNC machinery and our industrial fabrication partners enable us to produce exactly what you need when you need it. CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) has opened the doors to endless possibilities.

With intelligent programming, data paths are trialled and tool paths are perfected in advance of production, achieving efficiency and accuracy. From simple components to highly complex specifications, we select the best partner to produce your CNC machined parts based on suitability and price.

Our CNC machining services allow you to order machined parts online, with a fast turnaround time. We’re a manufacturer offering custom CNC machining in the UK.

Expect fast CNC machining and manufacturing. You can receive a detailed CNC machining quote within the next 24 hours.

Precision machining is what we do, with a wealth of experience behind us and competitive prices for our customers. The latest technology allows us to provide a reliable online CNC machining service for your project, whatever it entails.

If you are interested in obtaining a CNC turning quote, check our CNC Turning Service.



Quality assured CNC machined parts

Unofactory is proud to work with highly trusted, rigorously chosen factories. And our CNC machining process has been refined continually over the past decade. Each factory has been chosen to offer the highest quality CNC machined parts. By maintaining close relationships not only with our clients but also with our factories, Unofactory is able to offer exceptional levels of quality.

Our ISO 9001 manufacturing standards demonstrate our commitment to delivering high-quality machined parts on time. It is one of the many reasons why our clients trust Unofactory with their manufacturing needs.

Trust Unofactory to deliver your CNC Machining Project on time, to specification and at a competitive price.

CMM Reports
Material Certificates EN3.1
1 - 2.5 Weeks Lead Time For Complex Projects
First Article Inspection Report
Tolerances: +/- 0.05mm Or Better On Request.
Delivered 2 days early on average
Technical Drawing

What materials are available for CNC machining?

Unofactory offers a wide variety of materials for CNC Machining including both metals and plastics. Please see the list for a sample of the materials we work with.

Select a material to view available options:

Material
AI6061
AI6063
AI6082
AI7075 (Aerospace grade)
AI5086 (Marine grade)
AI5754 (H22)

AI6061
AI6063
AI6082
AI7075 (Aerospace grade)
AI5086 (Marine grade)
AI5754 (H22)


What finishes are available for CNC machining?


As Machined

Surface roughness can be specified using Ra value. Ra3.2 - 1.6um as standard.


Bead Blast

Bead blast size: 80um as standard. 50-120um available.

Anodised Type 2

Standard: Clear / natural, black, red, green, blue, yellow / gold. Close match to specified RAL numbers.

Anodised Type 3

Standard: Black or Grey. Much duller in look, but has much better surface protection.

Discover how our simple, straightforward, three-step process works in our How It Works video.

Get in touch today with your manufacturing project and one of our experts will personally review your requirements.


CNC Machining FAQ's

What is the quickest lead time you can offer for CNC machining?


For small scale CNC projects in Al6061 we can manufacture in as little as 2 days as we have the material readily available in-house.

How do I get a CNC machining quote?


The quickest way is to fill out our online quote form. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss your project before submitting a quote, feel free to email our engineers at info@unofactory.

How long does it take to get a CNC machining quote?


For most CNC machining projects we aim to get a quote back to you within 24h. However, if you submit a quote in the morning we can sometimes provide a quote the same day.

What file formats do you accept for CNC machining?


We accept 3D CAD files in STEP, IGS or Parasolid format for CNC machining. We cannot use STL CAD files.

If you don’t have a 3D CAD file yet, we recommend designing in OnShape as it is free and sometimes easy to use. The other option is to find a freelance design engineer to help produce the CAD file for you. We can recommend someone if you require help.

What are the best tolerances you can CNC machine to?


CNC machining: ± 0.05 mm

CNC Turning: ± 0.02 mm

How much thickness does anodising add?


Type II is the standard variation of anodising and clear coatings typically have a thickness of 5-15 μm and coloured/dyed coatings 10-25 μm.

Type III anodising also known as 'hard anodising’ can have a thickness of 20-80 μm.

A good design guideline to follow is that 50% of the anodic coating is below the original surface and 50% is above. Therefore, a 12 μm coating would increase the part thickness by 6 μm.

How to choose a CNC machining manufacturer for parts processing?


When choosing a CNC machining manufacturer for parts processing, it's crucial to consider their experience, technology, and capacity to meet your specific needs. Look for a provider with a proven track record of precision, timely delivery, and the ability to handle the complexity of your project.

Manufacturing partner facilities


High Quality British Manufacturing from the UK

Wherever we can we support British manufacturing. Our UK partner factories offer high quality parts and a wide range of materials direct from UK material suppliers. With a wide range of partners across the country, we have the capacity and expertise to handle any manufacturing request.

Fast, Economical Production from Xiamen, China

Our partner factory in China offers precision parts at affordable prices. Working 6 days a week, they also provide lightning-fast leadtimes with delivery only taking a 2-3 working days. We have spent years developing the perfect partner factory in China so you don’t have to. We also have the capability of scheduling next day airfreight from China if required.

Aerospace Quality Assurance from Czech Republic

For the most demanding levels of quality assurance and certification, our Czech Republic partner factory can deliver for the most mission critical industries. Regardless of how specific your requirements are, Unofactory can deliver.



Case Studies

Unofactory: Automotive

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