Precision CNC Machining

Tight-Tolerance CNC Milling

AXALLOY Precision provides tight-tolerance CNC milling for complex, high-value components—especially in difficult-to-machine alloys. Based in Shenzhen, we support international engineering, procurement, and quality teams from prototype development through low-volume and repeat production, with process control, documentation, and dependable communication.

Tight-tolerance CNC milling of precision components in difficult alloys

What "Tight-Tolerance" Means at AXALLOY

We build machining and inspection plans around your critical features, GD&T, surface requirements, and production intent.

±0.005 mm

Precision Dimensional Tolerance

0.010 mm

Position Tolerance

Ra 0.8 μm

Precision Surface Finish

0.5 mm

Minimum Wall Thickness

0.005 mm

Flatness

Ø0.5 mm

Minimum Hole Diameter

R0.3 mm

Internal Corner Radius

Ra 0.2 μm

Ground Finish Capability

If your drawing requirements are tighter or feature-specific, we review feasibility and propose a controlled route (machining + inspection + any needed special processes).

Multi-Axis CNC Milling Capability

We select the most stable setup strategy to reduce cumulative error, protect feature relationships, and improve repeatability.

Machine Capability

  • Machining types3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis
  • Max 3-axis part1,000 × 600 × 600 mm
  • Max 4-axis partØ500 × 800 mm
  • Max 5-axis partØ500 × 400 mm
  • Positioning accuracy±0.005 mm
  • Repeatability±0.003 mm
  • Spindle speedUp to 20,000 rpm
  • Spindle taperBT40 / HSK-A63
  • Tool magazineUp to 60 tools

Supported operations: facing, contouring, pocketing, drilling, tapping, boring, thread milling

Common Tight-Tolerance Milled Part Types

  • Housings and structural components
  • Manifolds and fluid blocks
  • Impellers, blades, and complex 3D surfaces
  • Brackets, plates, and thin-wall geometries
  • Precision interfaces, datums, and locating features

Engineering Support

Tight tolerances are not only about machine capability—they're about the process plan. We support:

  • • Drawing review and DFM feedback
  • • GD&T and tolerance stack considerations
  • • Critical feature identification and datum strategy alignment
  • • Fixture concept planning to protect part stability
  • • Manufacturing-process development for repeat builds

Materials We Mill for Tight Tolerances

AXALLOY specializes in alloys where tool wear, heat, work-hardening, and distortion can threaten tolerances.

Nickel Alloys

Inconel 718/625 (plus 600/601/690/706/725/X-750), Waspaloy, Nimonic, Rene alloys

Hastelloy

C-276, C-22, B-2

Monel

400, K-500

Titanium

Grade 2, 5, 9, 12, 23

PH Stainless

17-4 PH, 15-5 PH

Stainless

316L, 304, 321, 410/420/440C

Duplex / Super Duplex

2205, 2507

Cobalt Alloys

MP35N, L605, Stellite, Cobalt Chrome

High-Temp Steels & Specialty Metals

A286, Nitronic 50/60, Nitinol, molybdenum, tungsten, copper-nickel alloys

Special Processes to Protect Function and Compliance

When required, we coordinate controlled secondary operations and finishing steps:

  • EDM (wire and sinker) for sharp internal features, deep cavities, and narrow slots
  • Precision grinding for sealing surfaces and ultra-fine finishes (down to ±0.002 mm / Ra 0.2 μm)
  • Heat treatment support, passivation, coating
  • Deburring, marking, cleaning, and assembly support

Inspection, Traceability & Documentation

For tight-tolerance CNC milling, inspection strategy is defined early to match your critical characteristics and reporting expectations.

Inspection Capability

  • • CMM range: 700 × 1,000 × 600 mm
  • • CMM accuracy: up to 1.8 + L/300 μm
  • • Optical measurement accuracy: ±0.002 mm
  • • Surface roughness: Ra 0.05–40 μm
  • • Hardness testing: Rockwell / Brinell / Vickers
  • • Temperature-controlled inspection room
  • • FAI, in-process, and final inspection

Documentation Available

  • • Material Test Report / Mill Test Certificate
  • • Certificate of Conformance (CoC)
  • • FAI report, ballooned drawing report
  • • Full dimensional inspection report
  • • Surface roughness report
  • • Heat treatment and coating certificates
  • • Material and lot traceability
  • • Custom documentation packages

Production Quantities and Lead Times

We support both engineering iterations and controlled repeat programs.

MOQ

1 part

Prototype Quantity

1–20 parts

5–10 business days typical

Low-Volume Production

20–500 parts

Batch Production

500–10,000+ parts

Standard Lead Time

10–20 days

Expedited service available

Best-Fit Applications

AXALLOY is a strong fit when you value manufacturability, process control, and documented quality—not just lowest unit price.

Common Industries

Aerospace Medical Devices Semiconductor Equipment Energy, Oil & Gas Marine Robotics & Automation Precision Industrial Equipment

Best-Fit Project Traits

  • Complex geometry, thin walls, critical interfaces
  • Tight GD&T controls, demanding surface finish requirements
  • Difficult holes/threads and multi-axis features
  • High-value prototypes, low-volume/high-mix production
  • Programs transferred from an unreliable supplier
  • Requirements for certification, FAI, dimensional reporting, or export-ready packaging

RFQ Checklist

To quote tight-tolerance CNC milling accurately, please include:

  • 1.2D drawing (PDF/DWG/DXF) with GD&T and critical features marked
  • 2.3D model (STEP/STP/IGES/X_T/SLDPRT/SAT)
  • 3.Material grade and any approved substitutions
  • 4.Quantity (prototype and forecast if applicable)
  • 5.Surface finish and cosmetic requirements
  • 6.Required documentation (MTR, FAI, full dimensional, etc.)
  • 7.Target delivery date and shipment destination

Supported upload formats: STEP, STP, IGES/IGS, X_T, X_B, SLDPRT, SAT, PDF, DWG, DXF

Up to 500 MB per RFQ

Request a Quote for Tight-Tolerance CNC Milling

Send your drawings and requirements, and we'll respond with a manufacturing approach focused on tolerance achievement, repeatability, and inspection evidence—especially for difficult alloys and complex multi-axis parts.

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