Aerospace Machine Shops
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Aerospace Manufacturing Capabilities
Precision Tolerances
- • ±0.0001" dimensional accuracy
- • Surface finish to 8 Ra
- • Complex 5-axis geometries
- • Thread milling to Class 3 fit
- • True position within 0.0002"
Specialized Processes
- • NADCAP heat treatment
- • Chemical processing
- • Non-destructive testing (NDT)
- • Cryogenic treatment
- • Shot peening & passivation
Quality Systems
- • AS9100D certified QMS
- • First article inspection (AS9102)
- • Statistical process control
- • 100% inspection available
- • Full material traceability
Critical Aerospace Certifications
AS9100D
Quality management for aerospace
ITAR Registered
Defense article compliance
NADCAP
Special process accreditation
DFARS Compliant
Cybersecurity standards
Aerospace Material Expertise
Aluminum Alloys
Lightweight structural components
- • 2024-T3/T4 - High strength
- • 6061-T6 - General purpose
- • 7075-T6 - Maximum strength
- • 7050-T7451 - Thick sections
Titanium Alloys
High strength-to-weight ratio
- • Ti-6Al-4V - Most common
- • Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-2Mo
- • CP Titanium grades 1-4
- • Beta titanium alloys
Super Alloys
High-temperature applications
- • Inconel 625/718
- • Hastelloy X
- • Waspaloy
- • A286 stainless
Stainless Steels
Corrosion-resistant components
- • 17-4PH - Precipitation hardened
- • 15-5PH - High strength
- • 316L - Corrosion resistant
- • 347 - High temperature
Tool Steels
Wear-resistant applications
- • D2 - High carbon high chrome
- • M50 - Bearing applications
- • H13 - Hot work steel
- • S7 - Shock resistant
Specialty Materials
Unique requirements
- • Kovar - CTE matching
- • Beryllium copper
- • Molybdenum
- • Tungsten alloys
Aerospace Component Applications
Structural Components
- • Wing ribs & spars
- • Fuselage frames
- • Landing gear parts
- • Engine mounts
Engine Components
- • Turbine blades
- • Compressor discs
- • Combustion chambers
- • Fuel system parts
Control Systems
- • Actuator components
- • Hydraulic fittings
- • Control linkages
- • Sensor housings
Interior/Avionics
- • Instrument panels
- • Electronic enclosures
- • Seat mechanisms
- • Cabin hardware
Aerospace Manufacturing FAQs
What certifications should aerospace machine shops have?
Essential certifications include AS9100 (quality management), ITAR registration (for defense-related parts), NADCAP (for special processes), and often ISO 9001. Some may also need DFARS compliance and cybersecurity certifications.
What tolerances can aerospace machine shops achieve?
Aerospace-grade shops typically achieve tolerances of ±0.0001" to ±0.0005" depending on the feature. Critical components may require even tighter tolerances with specialized equipment and climate-controlled environments.
What materials do aerospace machine shops work with?
Common materials include aluminum alloys (7075, 6061), titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel, stainless steels (17-4PH, 15-5PH), and composites. Many shops specialize in difficult-to-machine exotic alloys.
How do aerospace shops ensure quality control?
They use CMM inspection, first article inspection (FAI), in-process inspection, material traceability, certified material test reports (MTRs), and maintain detailed documentation per AS9100 requirements.
What are typical lead times for aerospace parts?
Lead times vary from 2-4 weeks for simple parts to 8-12 weeks for complex components. Prototype parts may have faster turnarounds (1-2 weeks), while production runs require longer planning cycles.
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