Welcome to our Engineering Blog. Here you’ll find practical insights, material selection advice, cost estimation tips, and real-world CNC use cases — all written to help product designers, engineers, and buyers make smarter manufacturing decisions.
💡 Practical design advice to avoid costly mistakes and improve manufacturability in your CNC projects.
01. How to Start a Custom CNC Project from Scratch
02. How to Prepare a Drawing for CNC Machining | cnc drawing format
03. 2D vs 3D CAD for CNC: Which is Better? | 2d vs 3d cnc
04. Common Design Errors That Increase CNC Cost | cnc design mistakes
05. How to Add Chamfers and Fillets in Your Design | fillet chamfer cnc
06. Wall Thickness Guidelines for CNC Parts | minimum wall thickness cnc
07. Undercut, Deep Hole, and Overhangs: How to Handle Them | undercut cnc machining
08. Designing Threads and Tapped Holes | cnc threads design
09. Case Study: Redesigning a Part to Reduce Deformation | warping cnc solution
10. When to Add Locating Features | cnc dowel pins, assembly features
11. Designing Parts for Multiple Setups | multi-setup cnc
12. What’s the Minimum Radius for CNC Tools? | endmill radius design
13. How to Request DFM Review from Your Supplier | dfm review cnc
14. Using Color Coding in Drawings for Machining Notes | drawing annotation tips
15. Best File Formats for CNC Machining | step stl dxf cnc
16. Design Tips for Short Lead Time | rapid design tips
17.How to Order Custom Machined Parts Online |A Simple Guide for Buyers Looking for Precision Parts
👉 Explore All Design Articles
📦 Explore pros, cons, and real-world uses of common CNC materials like aluminum, steel, plastics, and more.
01. Aluminum vs Stainless Steel for CNC Parts | aluminum vs stainless steel, cnc material selection
02. When to Use Plastic in CNC Machining | cnc plastic parts, cnc delrin, abs machining
03. Brass Machining: Benefits and Limitations | cnc brass parts, brass milling, conductive materials
04. Titanium CNC Parts for Aerospace and Medical Use | titanium cnc, cnc for medical
05. CNC Machining Carbon Steel: Is It Worth It? | cnc carbon steel, cnc mild steel
06. Lightweight CNC Materials for Drone Components | drone cnc parts, lightweight materials
07. High-Temperature Resistant Materials for CNC Parts | heat resistant cnc materials
08. Machinability Comparison Chart: Aluminum vs Brass vs POM | machinability chart
09. CNC Surface Finish and Material Compatibility | anodizing vs powder coating
10. How Material Affects CNC Machining Cost | material cost impact
11. Case Study: Why a Client Switched from Steel to Aluminum | material substitution case
12. Recycled vs Virgin Material in CNC Machining | sustainable cnc
13.CNC Material Storage and Sourcing Tips | cnc raw material supply
14. Lead Time for Common CNC Materials | cnc lead time, sourcing delay
15. How to Test Material Hardness Before CNC Machining | hardness test cnc
16.Aluminum Melting Point Explained: Why Temperature Matters in Metalworking
17.Laser Cutting vs. Stamping – Which is Better for Your Custom Parts?
18.Technical Guide: Understanding the Differences Between 18/10, 18/8, and 18/0 Stainless Steel Grades
19.Top 5 Metals for Laser Cutting (and 2 You Should Avoid): A Practical Selection Guide
👉 Explore All Material Guides
01. What Is Tolerance in CNC Machining? | cnc tolerance guide
02. ISO 286 Explained: Fits and Tolerances in Practice | iso 286 fit, hole-basis system
03. How to Choose the Right Fit: Clearance vs Interference | clearance fit, shaft hole fit
04. Common CNC Tolerance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | tolerance mistakes cnc
05. IT Grades and Bandwidth Explained | IT grade, ISO tolerance band
06. GD\&T vs ISO Tolerance: What’s the Difference? | gd\&t vs iso, geometric tolerance
07. Tolerance Stack-Up in CNC Assemblies | tolerance stack
08. Case Study: Reducing Cost by Relaxing Tolerances | tolerance cost tradeoff
09. Measuring Tolerances: Tools and Best Practices | cnc inspection tools
10. Hole Position Accuracy and Reaming Tips | hole tolerance cnc
11. Surface Finish vs Dimensional Accuracy | finish vs tolerance
12. Tolerance for Plastics vs Metals | plastic tolerance
13. How CNC Software Handles Tolerance Settings | CAM tolerance settings
14. Custom Fit Calculator Tool Guide | use fit calculator tool
15. Printable ISO Fit Chart for Designers | iso fit pdf download
🛠 Compare manufacturing techniques and find the best process for your custom part — whether it’s CNC, laser, or molding.
01. What Is Anodizing and When to Use It | anodizing cnc
02. Sandblasting vs Bead Blasting | bead blasting aluminum
03. Black Oxide vs Zinc Coating | surface finish metal
04. Case Study: Custom Housing with Anodized Logo | custom finish example
05. Surface Finish Chart and Gloss Levels | cnc finish chart
06. Powder Coating on CNC Parts | powder coat cnc
07. Laser Etching on Machined Surfaces | cnc laser mark
08. Tolerances After Coating | coating thickness tolerance
09. How to Specify Finishes in Drawings | finish note in cad
10. Custom Color Anodizing for Branding | color anodized parts
👉 Explore All Process Insights
01. CNC Parts for Medical Devices | cnc for medical parts
02. Aerospace Prototypes Using CNC | aerospace cnc machining
03. Automotive Small Batch Machining | auto parts cnc
04.Robotics and Automation Components | robot parts cnc
05.CNC for Consumer Electronics | cnc phone housing
06.CNC for Industrial Sensors and Fixtures | sensor mounting cnc
07. Custom Brackets and Housings | custom bracket cnc
08. Case Study: Medical Housing from Aluminum | cnc medical case
09. Why Robotics Companies Prefer Aluminum | cnc aluminum robotics
10. Small Orders for R\&D Projects | low volume r\&d machining
📊 Learn how to budget for your custom parts and what affects CNC pricing — before you submit a quote.
01. What Affects CNC Machining Price? | cnc cost factors
02. CNC Quoting: Hourly Rate vs Part-Based Pricing | cnc quote method
03. How to Use Weight to Estimate CNC Cost | cnc cost calculator
04. Small Batch CNC Machining: Price Breakdown | low volume cnc cost
05. Does Surface Finish Affect Price? | anodizing cost cnc
06. Design Tips to Lower CNC Costs | reduce cnc cost
07.Case Study: Why This Part Cost 50% More Than Expected | cnc cost case
08. Multi-Axis Machining vs 3-Axis Cost | 5 axis cnc price
09. Comparing CNC and 3D Printing Costs | cnc vs 3d print
10. CNC for Prototyping vs Production: Price Differences | prototype cost
11. CNC Material Cost Breakdown by Type | aluminum price per kg cnc
12. Shipping and Packaging in CNC Part Cost | cnc part shipping
13. How Quotation Tools Work (Ekinsun Tool Demo) | instant quote cnc
14. DFM Tips for Lower Quotes | design for machining
15. Tool Life and Cost Impact | tool wear cost cnc
👉 Explore All Cost Articles
📐 Use our free calculators and tools to streamline your design process, speed up quotations, and avoid errors.
01. How to Use the CNC Weight Calculator | weight calculator cnc
02. Guide: ISO Tolerance Recommender Tool | iso fit tool use
03. CNC Quoting Tool Step-by-Step Tutorial | cnc quote tool
04. How to Calculate Material Volume | volume calc cnc
05. ISO Fit Chart Download + Explanation | download iso chart
06. Convert Between mm and inches Easily | mm to inch cnc
07. How to Estimate Cutting Time | machining time estimator
08. Understanding Peck Drilling Depth | drilling peck calc
09. Thread Pitch and Size Guide | thread size tool
10. CNC Material Database: How to Read | material density chart
11. How to Export a Quote as PDF (with jsPDF) | pdf quote export
12. Custom Part Mass Estimator Tutorial | part mass calc cnc
13. How to Switch Between Units in Tools | unit toggle cnc tools
14. Language Switching Guide for Tools | multi language form cnc
15. jsPDF Email Integration Guide | send cnc quote email
16. Quoting with Surface Finish Complexity | finish cost cnc quote
17. CNC Tool Life Estimator Tutorial | tool wear life
18. 3D Print vs CNC Tool Comparison | compare tools
19. Accuracy of Calculators Explained | calculation accuracy guide
20. FAQ for CNC Quoting Tools | cnc tool faq
These are the most-read articles by engineers, product designers, and procurement teams this month. Don’t miss the insights that can help you optimize your next custom part.
Aluminum vs. Steel: Which Material Is Lighter for CNC Parts?
Understand the trade-offs in weight, strength, and cost.
What If the Price for Custom Parts Is Too High on Other Platforms?
Make better cost decisions for prototyping and production.
Laser Cutting vs. Stamping — Which Saves More Money?
A buyer-friendly comparison of common metal fabrication methods.
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▸ June 2025
- [How to Layout Holes Evenly in Mechanical Designs](2025-06-22)
- [Aluminum Melting Point Explained](2025-06-21)
- [Laser Cutting vs. Stamping – Cost Comparison](2025-06-20)
▸ May 2025
- [How to Start a Custom CNC Project from Scratch](2025-05-30)
- [Aluminum vs. Steel: Which Material Is Lighter for Your Part?](2025-05-28)
- [Why CNC Parts Are More Expensive on Other Platforms](2025-05-28)