Precision Machining

a clean, automated cnc cell with a multi part custom fixture

Why does Sureton charge for custom fixtures? We explain how smart CNC fixture design increases loading density, eliminates vibration, and drastically lowers your unit price for production runs. We see this battle on quotation spreadsheets every day.You look at the quote for your CNC machined parts.Unit Price: Acceptable.NRE (Non-Recurring Engineering) / Fixture Cost: $800. The immediate reaction […]

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Dec 9 2024

Cast-in Threads vs. Machined Threads: A Cost-Benefit Analysis

Advanced Engineering

Should you cast threads directly to save money, or machine them for precision? We analyze the M6 threshold, the hidden costs of unscrewing molds, and why Sureton recommends auto-tapping for 90% of projects. It’s a conversation we have almost every week at Sureton.A client sends us a drawing for a new aluminum housing. It has twelve M4

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Advanced 5-axis CNC milling machine processing complex aluminum component with high precision at Sureton factory.

Jul 3 2024

Mastering Precision: 5-Axis CNC Machining in Die Casting

Advanced Engineering

Unlocking Geometry: What is 5-Axis CNC Machining? 5-axis CNC machining represents the pinnacle of subtractive manufacturing technology. Unlike traditional 3-axis systems that move linearly along the X, Y, and Z axes, 5-axis machines incorporate two additional rotary axes (A and B). This capability allows the cutting tool to approach the workpiece from virtually any direction, enabling

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Smart Fixturing: Why Paying for “Jigs” is the Best Investment You’ll Make

Cast-in Threads vs. Machined Threads: A Cost-Benefit Analysis

Mastering Precision: 5-Axis CNC Machining in Die Casting

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