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Design-for-manufacturing guides, tolerance references and material selection notes from our process engineers.
materials·7 min read
304 or 316L Stainless Parts: Material and Inspection Requirements
Specify 304 or 316L CNC parts with clear material records, heat traceability, PMI limits and dimensional acceptance. Includes two RFQ checklists.
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materials·6 min read
6061, 6082 or 7075 Aluminum: What to Specify in a Machining RFQ
Specify alloy, temper, stock form and material records for 6061, 6082 or 7075 CNC parts. Includes an RFQ checklist and a material-substitution review.
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materials·8 min read
Aluminium or Stainless Steel? Choosing the Right Material for a Machined Part
Strength-to-weight, corrosion, thermal behaviour, machinability and cost compared across 6061, 7075, 304, 316L and 17-4PH — with the trade-offs that actually decide the choice.
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