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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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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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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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Specifying CNC machining: Changing supplier guide

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Chamfers in Manufacturing: Design, Material, and Cost Considerations

In this guide, you’ll learn what a chamfer is, how it differs from other edge types, and why it matters in CNC manufacturing.

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Fillet vs Chamfer: Choosing the Right Edge for Your Machined Parts

We’ll explore the differences between chamfered and filleted edges and when to use each.

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Quality Control in CNC Machining: Inside Penta Precision's Proven Process

In this blog, we offer insights into why our customers place their confidence in us for critical projects.

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Which manufacturing method is best for enclosures?

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CNC turning 101: Overview of the CNC turning process

CNC turning is a widely used manufacturing process that creates precise cylindrical parts. This computer-controlled process delivers exceptional accuracy, speed, and repeatability. If you're looking to produce precision components with efficiency, CNC turning is a key solution. In this guide, you'll learn what CNC turning is, how it works, and what machines and materials are involved.

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Material testing in CNC machining: How to choose the right metal

Choosing the right metal for CNC machining isn't just a design decision; it has a direct impact on performance, reliability, and cost. When a part fails or wears out too quickly, the root cause is often the material. That's why material testing is such a critical step in the process. We'll explore what to consider when selecting metals for CNC machining, and how testing helps verify that choice.

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