We also have several materials used for CNC machining besides aluminum, steel, plastic, and urethane. Some examples include:
- Copper and brass: These materials are good conductors of electricity and are often used in electrical applications.
- Titanium: This metal is strong, corrosion-resistant, and biocompatible, making it ideal for aerospace, automotive, and medical applications.
- Magnesium: This material has a high strength-to-weight ratio and is commonly used in parts where strength is desired at the expense of weight.
- Wood: CNC machines can also be used to carve and shape wood, making it a popular material for artistic and decorative projects.
- Ceramics: These materials are often used in industrial applications due to their high-temperature resistance and durability.
- Composites: Materials such as carbon fiber composites are used for their strength and lightweight properties in applications ranging from sports equipment to aerospace.
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Material |
Tensile Strength (MPa) |
Yield Strength (MPa) |
Elastic Modulus (GPa) |
Density (g/cm³) |
Distortion Temperature (°C) |
Working Temperature (°C) |
Advantages |
Applications |
|
Copper |
220-350 |
40-220 |
130-150 |
8.96 |
200-250 |
-200 to 1000 |
● High thermal and electrical conductivity ● Corrosion resistance |
Electrical wiring, plumbing, electronics, roofing, cookware |
|
Brass |
250-800 |
100-600 |
100-120 |
8.4-8.73 |
500-600 |
-200 to 500 |
● Good corrosion resistance ● Easily machinable
|
Decorative items, plumbing, electrical components, musical instruments |
|
Titanium |
830-1100 |
400-550 |
116-170 |
4.5 |
600-650 |
-250 to 400 |
● High strength-to-weight ratio ● Corrosion resistance |
Aerospace, military, medical implants, sporting goods, automotive applications |
|
Magnesium |
120-220 |
80-170 |
44-45 |
1.74-1.85 |
200-300 |
-40 to 150 |
● Lightweight ● Good damping capacity ● Easily machinable |
Aerospace, automotive parts, electronics, power tools |
|
Zinc |
150-380 |
40-310 |
96-110 |
7.13 |
150-200 |
-50 to 150 |
● Corrosion resistance ● Recyclable |
Building materials, automotive parts, electrical components |
|
Nickel |
550-880 |
170-690 |
200-210 |
8.9 |
300-400 |
-196 to 1000 |
● High strength ● Corrosion resistance |
Aerospace, marine engineering, chemical processing, power generation |
|
Carbon fiber composites |
600-1500 |
500-1200 |
120-220 |
1.6-2.0 |
180-250 |
-55 to 250 |
● High strength-to-weight ratio ● Stiffness ● Fatigue resistance |
Aerospace, automotive, sporting goods, construction, industrial applications |
|
Ceramic |
200-4000 |
20-3000 |
50-400 |
2-10 |
500-1500 |
up to 2000 |
● High temperature resistance ● Hardness ● Wear resistance |
Cutting tools, bearings, electronic components, medical implants, aerospace applications |
|
Wood |
25-50 |
10-20 |
10-20 |
0.4-1.2 |
120-200 |
up to 100 |
● Natural appearance ● Lightweight |
Furniture, flooring, construction, decorative items |
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