Custom Online CNC Machining Services

Oct 18, 2022

Custom Online CNC Machining Services

Get instant quotes on custom metal and plastic machined parts with our Online CNC Machining Service. Make quick-turn prototypes and production parts in days with free standard shipping on all US orders. ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485 and AS9100D certified. ITAR registered.

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Why Use Jamesli for Custom Online CNC Machining Services?

Jamesli provides a custom online CNC machining service to engineers, product developers, designers, and more through our vetted network of 5,000+ suppliers. Our highly qualified AS9100D machine shops can make any custom design, simple or complex. We offer rapid prototyping, small-batch machining, and high-volume production, with all orders serviced by Jamesli from end to end. Upload a CAD file to the Jamesli Instant Quoting Engine℠ to get a price, lead time, and design-for-manufacturability feedback on your custom CNC parts. Our fast CNC machining capabilities include services for metals and plastics and flexible production and shipping options to meet you at the perfect price and product development stage.

Jamesli assures the quality of your machined parts with our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100D certified quality management system, ITAR registration, and options to add inspections, hardware traceability, material certifications, and CoCs. We accept technical drawings and have support teams to ensure you get quality CNC machined parts on time.

What is CNC Machining?

CNC Machining is a subtractive manufacturing method that uses cutting tools to remove material from a block of raw material or a pre-existing part (such as a 3D-printed part when very tight tolerances are needed in specific areas).

Capacity = Speed

Our capacity allows us to create CNC-machined parts with unrivaled speed.

At the same time, our experienced engineers ensure the highest standards with cutting-edge software and equipment.

Capacity = Variety

We operate more than 20 state-of-the-art machining centers with a wide variety of CNC equipment such as single-axis lathes.

Single-axis lathes are ideal for executing round parts such as nozzles, engine components, and thread shafts.

Our CNC machining centers also utilize cutting-edge 5-axis machines, which substantially reduce turnaround time by eliminating intermediate setups and enabling undercuts and off-axis features.

CNC Machining Is Complementary to Technology

We also utilize CNC Machining as a valuable secondary operation for our 3D printed parts that require boring, drilling, face milling, or other precision machining for enhancing features.

We are dedicated to providing the fastest CNC machining in the industry, with projects programmed and starting the same day as ordered.

Precise Finishing for CNC Machined Parts

We offer a variety of expertly applied finishing options to improve the mechanical and aesthetic properties of your CNC machine component, including painting, anodizing, EMI and RFI shielding, and hand polishing.

Plastic Materials for CNC Machining

ABS

Low-cost engineering plastic that is easy to machine and fabricates

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Polycarbonate

Engineering plastic with excellent dimensional stability and good strength and stiffness over a wide range of service temperatures.

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Polycarbonate 20% GF

20% glass-reinforced polycarbonate with higher temperature and tensile properties.

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Nylon 6/6

Type 6/6 is general-purpose, standard-grade nylon. Extruded in natural and black.

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30% GF Nylon

30% glass-fiber reinforced nylon 6/6 material with superior abrasion and wear resistance.

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Delrin

Crystalline plastic offers an excellent balance of properties that bridge the gap between metals and plastics

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HDPE

HDPE is used in a wide variety of applications and industries where excellent impact resistance, high tensile strength, low moisture absorption, and chemical and corrosion resistance properties are required.

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Polypropylene

The crystalline material is noted for its high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent chemical resistance and high performance in thermoforming and corrosive environments

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Clear Acrylic

Rigid, hard thermoplastic material that is characterized by its color range availability and easy fabrication

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PVC

Normal impact, high corrosion-resistant polyvinyl chloride

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ULTEM™ 1000 Resin

Amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) material that combines exceptional mechanical, thermal and electrical properties; Natural ULTEM™ 1000 Resin (unreinforced) is a translucent amber material

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ULTEM™ 1000 20% GF Resin

Addition of glass fiber reinforcement to the basic ULTEM™ Resin

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G10

Widely used as an insulator in electrical applications

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G-10 FR4

Versatile, all-around electrically insulating material

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Metal Materials for CNC Machining

Aluminum 6061 T6

Generally selected where welding or brazing is required or for its high corrosion resistance in all tempers; Machining is more difficult when compared to the other machining alloys

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Aluminum 7075 T6

Baseline 7XXX alloy with a good balance of properties required for aerospace applications

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Mic 6

Similar to those in the 7000 series with precise adaptable additions of Zinc, Copper, Magnesium and components of Silicon, Iron and Manganese

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303 Stainless Steel

The austenitic free-machining stainless steel is used primarily for parts requiring machining, grinding or polishing

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Mild Steel

Stainless steel with good case hardening qualities and good weld-ability

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Stainless Steel

A common steel alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and good machinability

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Tool Steel

A versatile material that is ideal for making tools due to its good wear resistance and abrasion

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How Much Does CNC Machining Expertise Matter?

Making a quality part takes more than just a machine.

It takes a responsive team behind the technology, running tests and working tirelessly to validate materials and processes.

Decades of CNC Experience in Your Corner

At Jamesli Direct, our services are backed by more than the largest fleet of machines in North America.

We have nearly thirty years in the industry and a team of engineers ready to assist with every step of your project.

Responsive and Fast

Years of experience with CNC Machining has made us one of the most responsive and fastest CNC machine operators in the business.

Whatever your project need, we won’t rest until your requirements are met.

General questions? Engineering questions? Need help with your design?

Frequently Asked Questions About CNC Machining

How large a part can your CNC machines accommodate?

We offer cutting-edge CNC machining with single-cut envelopes up to 84”, 40”, and 36”. but that’s not a limit on the size of your project.

One advantage of partnering with Jamesli Direct Manufacturing is that we have expertise in breaking up complex designs into multiple components, which we can later assemble.

What are your standard tolerances for CNC machined parts?

Standard tolerances for CNC machined parts are +/- 0.005” or 0.001”/”, whichever is greater. In some circumstances, tighter tolerances can be achieved depending on part design.

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Wide Range of Surface Finishes for You

Choose multiple surface finishes for your machined parts. Add finishes to protect your custom CNC parts from harsher environments.

As-Machined	We can hold machined surface roughness tolerance from 3.2 – 16 mm. This does not provide a protective barrier to environmental effects such as rusting.
Anodized	There are varying types of anodized. This is a colored finished and the chosen will define the type.
Powder Coat	This is more resistant to chipping than regular paint. The color is retained and the powder coat has much thicker layers than wet paints.
Passivation	This finish uses nitric or citric acid and removes free iron from the surface. It protects the surface with a chemical for functions as a rust preventative.
Titanium Anodize	This surface finish changes the oxide layer in a titanium surface using an electric current. If it is not treated after machining, it will create titanium dust when rubbed together.
Electropolishing	This provides a brighter finish for the machined surface. It is used to polish or deburr metal parts.
Electroless Nickel Plating	The use of electricity on metal surfaces to protect from corrosion or radiation.
Silver Plating	Put over a copper surface to protect it from oxidation (rusting).
Zinc Plating	Protects metal from rust even when scrapped because zinc does not rust. The product is dipped into molten zinc.

Standard Tolerances for CNC Machining in Jamesli

Precision is key in many industries. If you have a product that must fit with or in another part to create a finished part, then machined tight tolerances are imperative. CNC machined product adheres to the measurements needed for processes after order completion. The tolerance that can be held with plastics and metals is all less than a sheet of paper.

Limits for nominal size	Plastics (ISO 2768- m)	Metals (ISO 2768- f)
0.5 mm* to 3 mm	+/- 0.1 mm	+/- 0.05 mm
3 mm to 6 mm	+/- 0.1 mm	+/- 0.05 mm
6 mm to 30 mm	+/- 0.2 mm	+/- 0.1 mm
30 mm to 120 mm	+/- 0.3 mm	+/- 0.15 mm
120 mm to 400 mm	+/- 0.5 mm	+/- 0.2 mm
400 mm to 1000 mm	+/- 0.8 mm	+/- 0.3 mm
1000 mm to 2000 mm	+/- 1.2 mm	+/- 0.5 mm
2000 mm to 4000 mm	+/- 2.0 mm

CNC Machining Applications

Rapid Tooling

Because CNC machining can cut a high variety of fully dense, durable materials like aluminum 5052 and stainless steel, it is perfect for creating fixtures or molds.

Rapid Prototyping

The range of affordable metal alloys (like aluminum 6061) and plastics (like acetal or ABS) combined with the speed of our skilled machinists makes our online CNC machining services a great option for prototyping.

End-Use Production

Performance-enhancing finishes, precision tolerances as low as +/- 0.001”, and certifiable material options make CNC machining an excellent technology for end-use parts.