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How to prepare CAD files for CNC milling?

2026-08-10

Proper file preparation helps us understand your design clearly and produce high-quality CNC milled parts efficiently. At Maijin Metal, we work with many file types but have clear preferences to avoid misunderstandings.

We prefer STEP (.stp) file format for submissions. This 3D format provides complete geometry information that our machines and software can read accurately. It supports complex shapes and helps with quick programming.

To make your design ready for production, please include important critical drawing annotations. These should clearly show post-processing requirements, for example, "Type III hard anodizing." Such details allow us to plan the right surface treatments.

You should also specify surface roughness requirements, such as "Ra 0.8μm" on relevant areas. This helps us choose suitable tools and machining strategies to meet your expectations.

Clear tolerances, material choices, and other notes are also very useful. Our team offers free Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to suggest improvements that can reduce cost or improve quality without changing function. Since 2006, we have helped many customers turn their ideas into precise parts. Send your files today, and we will review them within 24 hours.

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Why choose CNC turning services from China?

Optimal Cost-Effectiveness: Chinese CNC turning providers offer highly competitive pricing without compromising on quality. For example, Maijin Metal Works Co., Ltd., established in 2006 in Shenzhen, operates its own factory in Dongguan — one of China's most developed manufacturing hubs. By optimizing clamping fixtures and production processes, the company significantly reduces manufacturing costs while maintaining strict quality standards. This allows global customers to obtain precision-machined parts at more favorable prices compared to local suppliers in Europe or North America. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring that lower costs never come at the expense of quality.

Unmatched Supply Chain Speed: China possesses the world's most complete manufacturing ecosystem, granting direct access to raw materials, surface treatment services, and logistics networks. Maijin Metal can deliver high-precision CNC turned parts in as fast as 10 days using the latest CNC equipment. The company maintains a 24-hour response policy, supported by a professional sales team and experienced technical engineers. With products exported to 56 countries worldwide, this supply chain advantage translates into shorter lead times and faster turnaround for international customers.

Mature technical expertise: Over 20 years of experience and a professional technical team.

Maijin Metal has developed extensive expertise in precision machining across more than 30 metal and plastic materials, including stainless steel (SUS303, SUS304, SUS316), titanium alloys, aluminum, brass, and engineering plastics like POM and Nylon. The company holds multiple technical patents and is capable of machining difficult materials and high-precision parts that many other factories decline. Its products have been purchased and used by industry leaders such as BMW, Ford, and Bosch, serving industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to medical devices and robotics. The engineering team also provides DFM (Design for Manufacturing) guidance to help customers optimize designs, reduce costs, and maintain product functionality — demonstrating not only machining capability but genuine technical partnership.

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What is the minimum and maximum machining size range?

At Maijin Metal, we offer flexible CNC machining capabilities to meet a wide variety of customer needs, from micro-precision components to large-scale workpieces. Our smallest feature size can reach ⌀2.0mm, allowing us to produce highly detailed and intricate parts that require exceptional accuracy. This level of precision is suitable for industries such as electronics, medical devices, and aerospace, where tiny features play a critical role in product performance.

For larger projects, the maximum workpiece size we can handle is 800×800×500mm through multi-machine coordinated machining. This capability enables us to support big structural components or assemblies without compromising quality. When dealing with oversize parts beyond standard machine limits, we use a proven segmented machining approach combined with laser tracking technology. This method achieves a stitching accuracy of **±0.02mm**, ensuring seamless integration of sections and maintaining tight overall tolerances.

Our advanced equipment, including 3- to 5-axis CNC milling centers, supports these size ranges while delivering high precision (down to ±0.01mm or better in many cases) across various materials like aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and engineering plastics. Whether you need prototypes or production volumes, we focus on quality control and efficient processes to deliver reliable results that match your exact specifications. This combination of micro and macro capabilities makes us a versatile partner for custom manufacturing needs.

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