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FAQ


CNC is an abbreviation for “computer numerical controls.” The CNC milling machine operator uses a computer programme to instruct the machine on how to cut the material into the desired shape.

CNC is an abbreviation for “computer numerical controls.” The CNC milling machine operator uses a computer programme to instruct the machine on how to cut the material into the desired shape.

CNC milling produces complex parts and components faster than a human could and with the same repeat precision each time the part is replicated.

The main distinction is that a rotating set of tools moves around a stationary piece of material in CNC milling. In contrast, in CNC turning, the tools are static, and the material is quickly spun.

CNC milling can be used to create a wide range of products that we use daily. CNC milling is commonly used to produce:

  • Car components
  • Machine components
  • Instruments
  • Engraving and jewellery
  • Healthcare equipment and supplies
  • Toys
  • Military hardware

The variety of materials available is vast, and getting the right advice is critical to the success of your project. Don’t over-specify the material from a cost/performance standpoint because it will raise the cost of each part. If possible, choose materials that are readily available and have various options.

It depends on the complexity of your part and how busy the tooling shop is at the time. It can range from creating simple, non-complex tools and mouldings in a few days to highly complex tools and mouldings in several weeks.

High-quality tooling with multiple cavities made of fully hardened steel can produce about a million shots before requiring extensive refurbishment.

A bridge tool is frequently a prototype tool that produces high-quality production parts. Its purpose is to provide a sufficient volume and rate of production of moulded products while hardened high-productivity tools are being produced. This enables products to be brought to market faster and decisions on when or whether to commit to production tooling to be postponed. These factors are extremely valuable to customers in markets where product cycles are becoming shorter. As a result, many customers choose to have prototype, bridge, and production tooling to ensure a smooth transition between phases.

Each project is unique. The quotation is based on the part structure and the customer’s specifications. In general, the more detailed the information provided by the customer, the more accurate the quotation. Some of the significant factors that influence tooling costs include the product’s structure, plastic material, surface treatment, production quantity, mould standard, and accessories.

Depending on the complexity of the product, a set of moulds typically takes four to six weeks to manufacture. Before the order is placed, the lead time will be listed on the quotation sheet for reference.

The negative cavity space into which molten plastic is injected to create a part is referred to as tooling. High-volume, high-quality parts necessitate proper tooling.

Contact Endres Dies & Moulds South Africa for details

Endres Dies & Moulds offers a turnkey tool and die-making service through CNC milling or injection moulding. We specialise in designing and manufacturing highly complex dies and tools using the most advanced CNC equipment available. If you need custom tool and die making that are precise and affordable, our capabilities and equipment allow us to handle high-volume production runs and complex technical challenges while maintaining short lead times and competitive pricing.
 
Our sales and engineering teams will create the best mould solution for your projects based on your specifications and budgets. In addition, we can produce single dies for internal use or serve as a full-service manufacturing partner. Please contact us today for more information.
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