What is Aerospace CNC Machining?

To function properly, components for commercial aircraft, fighter jets, spacecraft, and rockets must withstand extreme and fluctuating temperatures and altitude pressures. Aerospace CNC machining enables manufacturers to produce safe and reliable parts for such mission-critical applications.

At Winsun Proto, our team uses CNC machining to manufacture high-performance parts for the aerospace industry. With our commitment to innovation, we manufacture and assemble critical aerospace components with rugged strength, extreme precision, tight tolerances, and quality materials.

Advantages of CNC Machining Aerospace Parts

The many advantages of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining make it the ideal solution for the production of aerospace parts. Their advantages include:

Superior performance.

To prevent part failure, aerospace components must meet stringent dimensional, tolerance, and performance requirements. CNC machining is ideal for this, allowing manufacturers to use high-performing but difficult-to-machine materials such as titanium in production.

Lightweight.

With devices that fly, the weight of the parts is an important factor. CNC machining is able to produce thin-walled components and structures from lightweight yet strong materials to meet this requirement.

High efficiency.

A CNC machine can perform multiple machining operations. Automation also enables CNC machining to reach higher speeds, shortening production cycles and improving efficiency.

Reliable precision.

Thanks to the continuous improvement of CNC machining, the process is becoming more and more precise. Better accuracy and process control minimize manufacturing defects and result in durable, high-quality, tight-tolerance parts.

Affordability.

Precision combined with fast production helps with unit costs and saves money on material waste, rework, and labor. Improved output also increases profitability.

Applications of CNC machining in aerospace

There are numerous applications for CNC machining in the aerospace industry, the most common of which are:

Seats.

Seats are an important weight contributor in aircraft and spacecraft. However, robust seats can be produced with aluminum and other CNC-machinable light metals.

Waves.

Shafts are important for power transmission in aerospace. CNC machining can produce stable parts from heat-resistant materials.

Oxygen generation components.

CNC machining enables the production of lightweight yet durable, temperature-resistant components for oxygen generation safety systems.

Valve components.

The aerospace industry uses these small components extensively, and CNC machined valves ensure part accuracy and efficient, safe operation.

Electrical connectors.

Due to space and weight constraints, manufacturers can use CNC machining to create these critical parts for aircraft electrical systems.

Housing.

The long, large components in rocket casings require strong materials and precise machining, which is ensured by CNC processes.

Filter housing.

Winsun Proto has experience in the precision machining of complicated air and liquid filters. For a customer, we manufactured a filter body with multiple elements and complex geometry in just one clamping. We were able to reduce turn times and meet overall tolerances of 0.006 inches or less using a single Swiss screw machine.

Materials for machined parts in aerospace

Aerospace parts require a strong and durable yet lightweight material composition. Aluminum is ideal because of its large quantity, cost-effectiveness, and good strength-to-weight ratio. Winsun Proto works with:

Aluminum alloy series 2xxx.

This series alloyed with copper is characterized by high strength, excellent machinability, and good workability. Their aerospace applications include wing and fuselage structures.

Aluminum alloy series 6xxx.

Combined with magnesium and silicon, this versatile series is corrosion-resistant and has good ductility and strength.

Aluminum alloy series 7xxx.

These alloys, containing zinc, copper, magnesium, and chromium, have high strength for military aircraft applications.

In addition, Winsun Proto uses a diverse range of materials – including exotic metals – with different strengths and price ranges. Options available include stainless steel, heavy-duty alloys, carbon, and titanium.

Why Choose Winsun Proto Engineering for CNC Machining Aerospace Parts?

Over the past decades, Winsun Proto has built a hard-earned reputation for efficiency, quality, reliability, and on-time delivery. The Winsun Proto team knows that every customer and every application is unique. We work closely with you to exceed your expectations – from prototyping through production, assembly, inspection, and packaging to delivery.

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