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How much does CNC machining cost?

As a buyer of machined components, cost is probably never far from your mind. In this blog, we break down what a CNC machining quote should cover to help you compare quotes between suppliers in the UK.

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Understanding manufacturing lead times: How to get your CNC machined parts faster

Discover essential tips for optimising lead times in precision machining, including effective design practices and alternative buying methods. Learn how Penta Precision can streamline your CNC machining projects for faster delivery and improved efficiency.

Designing better enclosures collection

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Electronic enclosure design for machining

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Manufacturing an enclosure using a pyramid fixture on a 5-axis CNC machine

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Which manufacturing method is best for enclosures?

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How to design a waterproof enclosure for machining

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Custom enclosures: from design to manufacture

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Aluminium vs Stainless Steel: Properties, Costs, Machinability

This guide breaks down aluminium vs stainless steel to help you make a confident, cost-effective material choice.

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From Billet to Part: Stainless Steel

See how we took raw stainless steel and milled it into a precision component.

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Aluminium vs Titanium: Key Differences for Precision Machining

Compare aluminium vs titanium for precision machining. Learn key differences in strength, weight, heat resistance, and machinability to choose the right material.

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JOSCAR Certificate

JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) is a supplier accreditation system used by the aerospace, defence, and security sectors to verify that companies meet the required standards for compliance, quality, and business practices.

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Plastic vs Metal for CNC Machining: When to Use Each

Learn when to use plastic vs metal for CNC machining. Compare strength, heat resistance, cost, and performance to choose the right material for your project.

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Delrin vs Nylon: CNC Machining Performance Compared

Compare Delrin vs Nylon for CNC machining. Learn key differences in strength, heat resistance, stability, and cost to select the best material for your project.

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3 Uniques: Building Effortless Partnerships

We closely follow our core values, or our '3 Uniques', to help move the business forward and deliver the best quality for our customers. Find out more in this short video.

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ABS vs Polycarbonate: Which is Better for Your Application

Discover the key differences between ABS and polycarbonate, including strength, heat resistance, cost, and applications, to choose the right material for your project.

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Titanium vs Stainless Steel: Comparing Performance

This guide will help you compare titanium vs stainless steel in the areas that matter most.

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Manufacturing Medical Imaging Parts with CNC Machining

Learn how CNC machining ensures the precision, safety, and consistency required for high-stakes medical imaging components.

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The Complete Guide to CAD Machining for CNC Projects

This guide will help you get the most out of CAD machining, making your CNC projects smoother and more successful.

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Our Machines

Check out the variety of machines we use to CNC machine metals and engineering plastics.

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Penta Precision's 3 Uniques

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On-Time Delivery and What Affects It

In this article, we share the practical, proven measures we take to help procurement teams like yours get the components they need, exactly when they need them.

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Chamfer vs. Bevel: Which One Is Best for Your Machined Parts

Whether you’re working on aerospace components, medical devices or industrial parts, knowing when to use a chamfer vs bevel edge can streamline production and improve part quality.

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