What parts can you make with a CNC machine?

A CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine can create a wide variety of parts and components across different industries. Here are some common types of parts that can be made using CNC machining:

1. Mechanical Components:
   - Gears
   - Shafts
   - Brackets
   - Housings
   - Couplings

2. Automotive Parts:
   - Engine blocks
   - Intake manifolds
   - Transmission cases
   - Custom brackets and mounts
   - Wheel spacers

3. Aerospace Components:
   - Wing structures
   - Brackets and support frames
   - Turbine blades
   - Fuselage components
   - Fasteners

4. Electronics Enclosures:
   - Cases for electronic devices
   - Mounting plates for circuit boards
   - Heat sinks

5. Medical Parts:
   - Surgical instruments
   - Prosthetics and implants
   - Diagnostic equipment housings

6. Custom Tools and Fixtures:
   - Jigs for assembly or machining
   - Tooling for manufacturing processes
   - Inspection fixtures

7. Artistic Pieces:
   - Sculptures
   - Decorative panels
   - Signage

8. Furniture Components:
   - Custom cabinetry parts
   - Table legs and supports
   - Chair components

9. Industrial Equipment:
   - Valve bodies
   - Pump housings
   - Conveyor components

10. Prototypes:
    - Rapid prototyping of new designs for testing and validation.

CNC machines can work with various materials, including metals (like aluminum, steel, and titanium), plastics, wood, and composites, allowing for versatility in the types of parts that can be produced.
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