CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

Need reliable CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum? VT machining machines 3105 Aluminum to tight tolerances and consistent quality. As a material, 3105 Aluminum is lightweight with excellent machinability; we adapt feeds, speeds and tooling to suit.

CNC 4-Axis Machining Capability for 3105 Aluminum

  • Lightweight (~2.7 g/cm³)
  • Excellent machinability
  • Tolerance to ±0.01 mm
  • Anodising-ready

3105 Aluminum Material Data

3105 Aluminum — typical properties, quoted for 6061-T6
Density2.70 g/cm³
Tensile strength310 MPa
Yield strength (0.2%)276 MPa
Hardness95 HB
Melting point582–652 °C
Thermal conductivity167 W/m·K
Thermal expansion23.6 ×10⁻⁶/K
Electrical conductivity43%
Machinability (C36000 = 100%)190%
Grades we run6061, 6082, 6063, 7075-T6, 5052, 2024-T3, MIC-6 cast plate

Published typical values for 6061-T6. Other grades in the family differ — the certificate supplied with your order carries the actual heat-lot figures.

Machining 3105 Aluminum — what actually causes trouble

Thin walls relax after roughing. We rough, let the part stabilise, then finish — otherwise a 1.5 mm wall bows by more than the tolerance it was cut to.

Machining 3105 Aluminum with CNC 4-Axis Machining

The machinability of 3105 Aluminum is excellent; high cutting speeds and superb finishes achievable. For CNC 4-Axis Machining we select tooling, feeds, speeds and coolant to match, keeping the 3105 Aluminum workpiece stable and the result accurate.

Because we machine 3105 Aluminum regularly, proven settings shorten setup and keep quality repeatable across reorders.

Achievable Tolerances for CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum — achievable tolerances
FeatureStandardPrecision
Linear dimension (< 100 mm)±0.05 mm±0.010 mm
Linear dimension (100–300 mm)±0.10 mm±0.025 mm
Hole diameter (reamed)H9H7
True position of hole pattern±0.10 mm±0.025 mm
Flatness over 100 mm0.05 mm0.015 mm
Perpendicularity0.10 mm0.020 mm
Surface finish, as machinedRa 1.6 µmRa 0.4 µm

Standard is what a normal quotation assumes. Precision is available on nominated features and is priced separately, because it needs extra setups, in-process gauging and CMM verification. Call out only the features that need it — blanket-tightening a drawing is the single most common reason a quote comes back expensive.

Design Tips for CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

A few design choices make a real difference to cost and quality. Generous internal radii, sensible pocket depth-to-width ratios and avoiding very thin unsupported walls all reduce cost and improve accuracy in 3105 Aluminum. If you send your model early, we will return practical DFM feedback before you commit to production.

Why 3105 Aluminum?

Specifying 3105 Aluminum for CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum is usually about its properties: lightweight with excellent machinability. Tell us the condition you need and we machine to it.

Secondary Operations & Finishing

We complete 3105 Aluminum components with the secondary steps your drawing calls for. We arrange heat treatment, surface treatment, marking and assembly as needed. Tell us the final spec and we will plan the full route so parts arrive ready to use.

CNC 4-Axis Machining Tolerances & Surface Finish

For CNC 4-Axis Machining, dimensional and positional tolerances around ±0.01 mm are routine, tightening toward ±0.005 mm on precision setups. Surface finish on machined faces typically falls in the Ra 0.4–1.6 µm range depending on tooling and pass strategy.

The tightest tolerances are reserved for the features your drawing flags as critical. Share your tolerance scheme and we will confirm what is realistic before quoting.

CNC 4-Axis Machining Quality & Inspection

Consistent quality comes from disciplined process control. Critical dimensions on 3105 Aluminum parts are checked in-process and verified at final inspection using calibrated instruments and, where required, CMM measurement. Full documentation — dimensional reports, mill certs, FAIR — is available when your programme needs it.

Applications of CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

CNC 4-Axis Machining of 3105 Aluminum supports parts across aerospace, medical, automotive, electronics, semiconductor, energy and general industrial sectors. We scale from one-off prototypes to ongoing production while holding the same quality.

How to Order CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

Ordering 3105 Aluminum parts is straightforward. Provide the drawing, material, quantity and any certification needs. Our engineers reply — in English — with feasibility, pricing and a realistic lead time, usually within one business day.

Finishing Options for 3105 Aluminum

Finishing options available with this material
FinishThickness / effectWhy it gets specified
Clear anodise (Type II)5–25 µmCorrosion protection, keeps the natural colour
Colour anodise10–25 µmBlack, red, blue, gold; add 0.02 mm to close tolerances
Hard anodise (Type III)25–50 µm60–70 HRC surface, grows 50% into the part
Chromate / Alodine 1200< 1 µmConductive, meets MIL-DTL-5541
Powder coat60–120 µmRAL colours, needs 0.3 mm clearance on mating features
Deburr / edge break0.05–0.3 mmAll parts unless the drawing says otherwise
Bead blastRa 1.6–3.2 µmUniform matt finish, hides tool marks
Laser markingPart number, lot code, data matrix
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What We Need to Quote CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum

  • GeometrySTEP or IGES for the 3D model, plus a PDF drawing if you have tolerance callouts. A dimensioned sketch is enough to start.
  • MaterialThe exact 3105 Aluminum grade and condition — temper, heat-treat state or hardness. If you are not sure, tell us the function and we will suggest one.
  • QuantityPrototype count and the expected annual volume. Both change how the part is made and therefore what it costs.
  • TolerancesWhich features are critical. Everything else runs to our standard tolerance, which is what keeps the price sensible.
  • FinishSurface treatment, cosmetic requirements, and any faces that must be masked.
  • DocumentsWhether you need a material certificate, dimensional report, FAIR or PPAP with the shipment.

Missing something from the list is not a problem — send what you have. We will come back with the specific questions rather than a generic form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can VT machining make custom 3105 Aluminum parts to my drawing?

Yes. 3105 Aluminum 3105 Aluminum machining is made to order from your CAD/2D drawing. Share your geometry, material grade, tolerance and quantity and we will confirm feasibility, lead time and pricing.

What surface finish is achievable on 3105 Aluminum with CNC 4-Axis Machining?

Surface finish on 3105 Aluminum is controlled to your specification; we confirm the achievable Ra against your callout.

What material thickness or size range suits CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum?

We machine 3105 Aluminum across a broad size range; share your part envelope for confirmation.

What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum?

CNC 4-Axis Machining prototypes for 3105 Aluminum can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.

How clean are the edges produced by CNC 4-Axis Machining on 3105 Aluminum?

Machined 3105 Aluminum edges are clean and to specification; edge-break or deburring is added when your drawing calls for it.

What is CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum and how is it done?

CNC 4-Axis Machining 3105 Aluminum refers to four-axis machining adds a rotary axis for indexed or continuous machining around a part. Applied to 3105 Aluminum — lightweight with excellent machinability — VT machining produces each part to your CAD drawing, selecting parameters from your tolerance, finish and quantity requirements.