brass tube

High-precision 5-axis CNC lathe machining of brass tube mechanical parts

In modern precision instrument manufacturing, one component stands out for its excellent thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and machinability, making it an ideal choice for connecting systems and transmitting media—brass tubing. The application of five-axis CNC precision machining technology is giving this traditional material a new level of precision value in modern engineering.

 

The Perfect Balance Between Material Properties and Machining Challenges
Brass exhibits multiple advantages in fluid system applications: good corrosion resistance, excellent thermal conductivity, natural antibacterial properties, and superior machinability. However, the precision machining of brass tubing faces unique challenges—maintaining the rigidity of thin-walled structures, achieving the forming accuracy of complex end face features, and meeting the precision fit requirements with seals all necessitate manufacturing

capabilities exceeding those of traditional turning processes. Five-axis CNC precision machining, through digital control and multi-axis linkage, provides an innovative solution for the precision forming of brass tubing.

Precision Forming of Thin-Walled Structures via Five-Axis Linkage
The manufacturing process begins with a high-precision brass tubing blank, with material selection optimized from various alloys, including common brass, based on application requirements. In a temperature-controlled precision machining environment, the five-axis CNC system demonstrates its unique ability to handle thin-walled tubular components:

 

Multi-angle port forming in a single operation: For tubular components requiring complex port structures, the five-axis CNC system completes the precision machining of all features in a single setup through the coordinated movement of the workpiece and tool. This integrated machining method not only ensures the positional accuracy between features but also avoids deformation that may occur in thin-walled tubular components during multiple setups.

Rigidity optimization of thin-walled structures: By optimizing the toolpath and cutting parameters, the five-axis CNC system maximizes the structural rigidity of the brass tubular component during machining. For ultra-thin tubular components with a wall thickness of only 0.5mm, a high-frequency, small-depth-of-cut machining strategy is employed, combined with a dedicated fixture system, ensuring machining accuracy while preventing workpiece vibration and deformation.

 

Technological Development and Future Prospects

With advancements in microfluidics, intelligent manufacturing, and materials surface engineering, five-axis CNC machining of brass tubing is developing towards higher precision, more complex structures, and superior surface properties. Intelligent pipe fittings with integrated sensing functions, specially coated pipe fittings with self-cleaning capabilities, and lightweight pipe fittings with topology optimization design are becoming the new frontier of fluid system technology.

Company Profile

         We are a manufacturer integrating industry and trade. We have more than 20 years of experience in production technology. We are located in Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China. We have advanced high-end professional production and processing technology, and are committed to innovative R&D and production. After years of market tempering and exploration, it has high-quality technical management personnel, experienced designers, R&D personnel and a perfect company management system.

5-axis CNC workshop

         Our factory has a plant area of about 2,000 square meters and masters core processing technologies. It has high-end precision production equipment: CNC lathes, 5-axis CNC, 4-axis CNC, stamping equipment, die-casting equipment, etc.​

Auxiliary production equipment: electroplating, anodizing, hard anodizing and surface treatment. We have complete testing equipment: sophisticated three-dimensional testing, two-dimensional testing, hardness tester, height meter, projector and other conventional testing equipment. If you are interested in our products, please contact me and I will provide the best price support and quality service.

2D inspection equipment

Product Packaging

Packaging Details

  1. Commercial packaging: 1pc/plastic bag + color box +carton + pallet;
  2. Industrial packaging: (1). plastic tube + carton + pallet; (2). plastic bag + kraft paper + carton + pallet;
  3. According to the requirement of customer.

FAQ

Q1: Where can I get product & price information?

A1: Send us an inquiry e-mail, we will contact you once we received your mail.

Q2: How long will I get the sample?

A2: Depends on your specific items, within 3-7 days generally.

Q3: What kinds of information do you need for a quote?

A3: Kindly please provide the product drawings in PDF, if provide in STEP or IGS will be better.

Q4: What are the payment terms?

A4: We accept 50% as a payment deposit, when the goods are prepared, we shoot photos or videos for your check, and then you can pay the balance. For small quantities, we accept Paypal, the commission will be added to the order. For big amounts, T/T is preferred.

Q5: How to deliver the goods?

A5: We deliver the products by courier company.

Q6: Are you a trading company or factory?

A6: We are factory direct with 17 experienced engineers and more than 50 employees as well approximate 3,000m2 workshop area.

Q7: What shall we do if we don't have drawings?

A7: Please send your sample to our factory, then we can copy and provide you better solutions. If send us pictures or drafts with dimensions(Length, Height, Width), CAD or 3D file will be made for you.

Q8: Can we get some samples before mass production?

A8: Absolutely yes.

Q9: Will my drawings be safe after sending them to you?

A9: Yes, we will keep them well and won't release them to the third party without your permission.

Q10: Is it possible to know the operation status of my products without visiting your company?

A10: We will offer a detailed production schedule and send weekly reports with digital pictures and videos which show the machining progress.

Q11: If you make poor quality goods, will you refund?

A11: In fact, we won't take risks to produce poor-quality products. Meanwhile, we manufacture good quality products till you are satisfied

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Five axis CNC workshop

The factory covers an area of approximately 2000 square meters and has mastered core processing technologies. Equipped with high-end precision production equipment, CNC precision: CNC lathes, five axis CNC, four axis CNC, stamping equipment, die-casting equipment, and other 2.5-dimensional testing equipment.

We strictly control every step from design drawings to finished product delivery. Select high-quality aluminum alloy materials such as 6061 and 7075 to ensure that the parts have excellent strength, lightweight, and corrosion resistance. Our processing accuracy can reach ± 0.01mm, which can perfectly meet the requirements of complex structures, precise hole positions, and high standard surface treatments (such as anodizing, sandblasting, conductive oxidation, etc) .

For surface treatment, our suppliers have been cooperating with us for many years. They have rich experience and are familiar with each other's quality requirements. Stable quality and greater assurance. For example, heat treatment, painting, powder coating, blackening, silver/gold plating, electrolytic polishing, nitriding, phosphating, nickel/zinc/chromium/TiCN, anodizing, polishing, passivation, sandblasting, galvanizing, heat treatment, hardening, laser marking, etc. can be carried out according to customer requirements. Aluminum alloy surface.

Commercial packaging:

1. Plastic bag+color box+cardboard box+pallet；

2. Industrial packaging；

3. Plastic pipes+cardboard boxes+pallets; Plastic bag+kraft paper+cardboard box+pallet; According to the customer's requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: Where can I obtain product and price information?

A1: Send us an inquiry email and we will contact you as soon as we receive your email.

 

Q2: How long can I get the sample?

A2: Depending on your specific project, it usually takes 3-7 days.

 

Q3: What kind of information do you need to quote?

A3: Please provide product drawings in PDF format. It would be better to provide them in STEP or IGS format.

 

Q4: What are the payment terms?

A4: We accept a 50% deposit. Once the goods are ready, we will take photos or videos for you to verify, and then you can pay the remaining balance. We can accept small batches.

 

Q5: How to deliver?

A5: We deliver the goods through a courier company.

 

Q6: Are you a trading company or a factory?

A6: We have 17 experienced engineers, over 50 employees, and nearly 3000 square meters of factory space.

 

Q7: What if we don't have the drawings?

A7: Please send your samples to our factory so that we can replicate and provide a better solution. If you send us pictures or drafts of dimensions (length, height, width), we will create CAD or 3D files for you.

 

Q8: Can we get some samples before mass production?

A8: Of course you can.

 

Q9: Is it safe to send you my drawings?

A9: Of course .

 

Q10: Can I learn about the operation of my product without going to your company?

A10: We will provide a detailed production plan and send a weekly report with digital images and videos to display the processing progress.

 

A11:  If the quality of the products you produce is poor, will you issue a refund?

Q11: In fact, we will not take the risk of producing low-quality products. At the same time, we produce high-quality products until you are satisfied.

Two dimensional testing

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