| Name | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Product | CNC Milled Parts |
| Material | Aluminum 6061-T6 |
| Order Quatity | 250 pcs |
| Tolerance | 0.05mm |
| Size | 360*385*22mm |
| Technology | CNC Milling |
| Location | United States |
| Application | Industrial equipment |
| Lead Time | 25 Days |
Customer Challenge: Manufacturing Complex & High-Precision Industrial Equipment Covers
A manufacturer of industrial automation equipment is developing a new high-integration controller, which requires a functionally complex CNC-machined cover. This cover not only serves as external protection for the equipment, but also undertakes the functions of installing internal components and heat dissipation.
The main challenges faced by the customer include:
- Complex internal structure: Multiple deep grooves, heat dissipation channels, and precision holes need to be milled inside the cover to accommodate circuit boards and chips, while ensuring effective heat dissipation. These structures must be accurate without errors; otherwise, the equipment performance will be affected.
- High-precision requirements: The relative positional tolerance between multiple functional holes and mounting holes is strict, requiring control within 0.05mm to ensure perfect fitting with the equipment main body and seamless assembly.
- Material selection & processing: The customer has specified the use of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy. This material has higher strength and hardness after heat treatment, but imposes higher requirements on processing technology to maintain its mechanical properties and avoid deformation.
RPS Solution: Multi-Axis CNC Milling & Strict Quality Control
As an expert with 20 years of experience in precision parts manufacturing, RPS has provided a perfect one-stop solution for the customer, leveraging its profound technical accumulation in CNC milling and heat-treated aluminum alloy processing.
We have taken the following key steps:
- Process planning & fixture design: Our engineering team conducted an in-depth analysis of the part’s 3D model. To tackle the processing of complex internal cavities and multiple precision holes, we designed customized processing fixtures and planned the optimal processing path. Through multi-step precision milling, we ensured that all complex internal structures were processed under micrometer-level tolerance control.
- High-precision CNC milling: We used high-performance 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines. Especially for deep grooves and small holes, we adopted high-speed cutting tools and optimized cutting parameters to reduce the impact of cutting force on the parts, ensuring the final dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
- Strict dimensional measurement & quality control: After processing, our quality inspection team used advanced Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to conduct comprehensive measurements of every key dimension and positional tolerance of the cover. We strictly adhere to the ISO9001 and IATF16949 quality management systems to ensure all parts meet the customer’s strict requirements.
- Deburring & cleaning: After processing, we performed fine deburring and ultrasonic cleaning on all parts to ensure they are clean and free of any impurities when delivered, and can be directly put into the customer’s production line.
Results: Perfect Delivery to Accelerate Customer’s Equipment Launch
Through cooperation with RPS, the customer successfully obtained high-precision 6061-T6 aluminum alloy covers that fully meet the design requirements. The customized manufacturing solution we provided not only solved the problem of complex geometric processing, but also ensured the stability and reliability of the parts.
- Product precision: All key dimensions and positional tolerances are strictly controlled within 0.05mm, meeting the customer’s strict requirements.
- Structural integrity: All internal channels and holes are accurate without errors, ensuring the perfect installation of internal equipment components and efficient heat dissipation.
- Manufacturing cost & efficiency: By optimizing the processing flow, we shortened the production cycle and helped the customer accelerate the launch process of the new equipment.
This case once again demonstrates RPS’s outstanding capabilities in complex CNC milling and high-precision mechanical parts customization. Whether your project requires prototypes or mass production of any complexity, we are confident in providing you with the most professional solution.
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