Several Factors Influencing the Cost of CNC Processing Parts

Many CNC processing manufacturers have been seeking ways to control processing costs as much as possible. Many users have also found that the quotes given by different companies of the same product are hugely different. What are the main reasons?

Putting aside many factors such as the factory size and location, how can we better control the cost of CNC processing?

01. Requirements for precision machining equipment

The prices of different production equipment are definitely different, which leads to differences in labor costs. To give a simple example, the price difference between 200,000 equipment and 2 million processing equipment will definitely be huge.

Using multiple devices to complete a product, and using multiple functions to complete a product, because the equipment processing functions will vary, the prices will also vary.

For example, when precision milling machines are used to process parts, the cost of using lathes and CNC milling machines is definitely higher than the cost of economical milling composite machining machines. However, if the lathes and milling machines are of small brands or older models, the opposite is true.

There are also some relatively large-scale companies that require high-precision testing equipment to assist because of their high product requirements, which invisibly increases the cost of using the equipment.

02. Size and shape of parts

For precision parts with large size and complex shapes, more materials are required, and the waste generated by processing will also increase and the cost will also increase.

Some users have special requirements for the smoothness of the product, and the cost will also increase.

03. Post-processing

Due to different application fields, many users' products need to undergo different post-treatment processes, such as oxidation, fuel injection, heat treatment, etc. These processes are also a factor that increases product cost.

Therefore, when designing products, engineers must conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the products and measure cost-effectiveness.

In summary, if costs need to be controlled, choosing the right precision processing technology, equipment, materials, post-treatment, etc. is the best way to effectively control costs.