Engineers usually start with the material, because the material decides almost everything else. That is why we keep a clear page for each one we work in. Whether you are searching for a specific CNC machining material or an engineering-grade filament, this is your map to what we machine and print and why you would choose each.
Picking the right stock is half the battle, and we are happy to talk it through. The loads, temperatures, chemicals, and tolerances your part will see all point toward one material over another, and getting that choice right up front saves you money and headaches down the line. Use the links below to dig into any material that fits your project.
Metals and Plastics We Machine
These are the workhorses of our CNC milling, the metals and plastics this region asks for most. Each page covers the best applications and where the material shines.
- 6061 Aluminum The everyday workhorse for fixtures, brackets, enclosures, and automation tooling.
- 7075 Aluminum High-strength aluminum for aerospace structures, mounts, and drone parts.
- Stainless Steel Corrosion resistance for marine, medical, and food processing parts.
- Tool Steel (A2 / D2) Wear-resistant stock for punches, dies, wear plates, and tooling.
- Delrin Precision plastic for bushings, rollers, insulators, and low-friction parts.
- UHMW Tough, low-friction plastic for wear strips, guides, and impact parts.
Unsure which material fits your part? Talk it through with our team.
Engineering-Grade Additive Filaments
On the additive side we run a deep lineup of engineering filaments, from carbon-fiber nylons to high-temp and flexible materials. These can start as sections within our additive manufacturing hub and grow into standalone pages, and each one is matched to specific demands like heat, chemical exposure, UV, or damping.
- PAHT-CF Lightweight structural engineering for drone frames and brackets.
- PPS-CF Aerospace, chemical, and high-temp resistance for demanding housings.
- PET-CF Accurate tooling and prototypes with low warping.
- PPA-CF Extreme engineering nylon for high-heat, high-load parts.
- ASA-CF Exterior lightweight structural parts with UV resistance.
- ABS-CF Cost-effective engineering material for prototypes and housings.
- PA6-CF Strong, wear-resistant nylon for gear housings and brackets.
- PA12-CF Aerospace-grade dimensional stability for ducting and precision brackets.
- ASA Outdoor and UV resistance for trim, housings, and shells.
- PC (Polycarbonate) Toughness and impact resistance for guards and enclosures.
- TPU (Polycarbonate) Flexible, vibration-damping material for gaskets, seals, and isolators.
Not sure which way to go? That is what we are here for. Tell us what the part has to do, and we will steer you toward the right material and the right process, whether that is CNC milling or additive manufacturing.
Send us your part or your drawings and get a clear, honest quote on scanning, machining, or printing.