Swiss CNC Machining Services
Precision turning for medical devices, electronics, and micro components. Parts as small as 0.060" diameter with tolerances to ±0.0001".
Why Swiss CNC for Your Parts?
Extreme Precision
Hold tolerances to ±0.0001" on diameters and ±0.0002" on lengths with superior surface finishes.
- ✓ Guide bushing support
- ✓ Minimal tool pressure
- ✓ No part deflection
Complex Features
Machine intricate features in one operation with live tooling, back-working, and thread whirling.
- ✓ Cross holes & slots
- ✓ Eccentric features
- ✓ Multiple diameters
High Volume Efficiency
Ideal for production runs from 1,000 to 1,000,000+ parts with automatic bar feeding and lights-out operation.
- ✓ Minimal handling
- ✓ Reduced labor costs
- ✓ Consistent quality
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Common Swiss CNC Applications
Medical Devices
- • Bone screws & anchors
- • Dental implants
- • Surgical instruments
- • Catheter components
- • Drug delivery devices
- • Arthroscopic shavers
Electronics
- • Contact pins
- • Connector bodies
- • Terminal posts
- • Fiber optic ferrules
- • RF/coaxial components
- • Test probe tips
Automotive
- • Fuel injector nozzles
- • Sensor housings
- • Valve components
- • Spark plug shells
- • ABS components
- • Pressure fittings
Aerospace
- • Fasteners & rivets
- • Hydraulic fittings
- • Fuel system parts
- • Sensor components
- • Cable terminals
- • Valve stems
Watch & Jewelry
- • Watch stems & crowns
- • Movement parts
- • Precision shafts
- • Jewelry findings
- • Spring bars
- • Micro gears
Industrial
- • Pneumatic fittings
- • Hydraulic components
- • Thread inserts
- • Dowel pins
- • Shaft couplings
- • Precision bushings
Featured Swiss CNC Shops
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Swiss CNC Capabilities
Size Capabilities
- Bar Diameter:
- 0.060" - 1.25"
- Part Length:
- Up to 12"
- Min Feature Size:
- 0.005"
- Thread Size:
- Down to 0-80 UNF
- Wall Thickness:
- As thin as 0.010"
Precision & Features
- Diameter Tolerance:
- ±0.0001"
- Length Tolerance:
- ±0.0002"
- Surface Finish:
- 8-16 Ra µin
- Concentricity:
- 0.0002" TIR
- Live Tools:
- Up to 12 stations
Max length-to-diameter ratio
Control on advanced machines
Parts per year capacity
Swiss CNC Machining FAQs
What is Swiss CNC machining?
Swiss CNC machining, also known as Swiss turning or Swiss screw machining, uses a sliding headstock lathe where the workpiece moves along the Z-axis while tools remain stationary. This provides exceptional support near the cutting point, enabling ultra-precise machining of small diameter parts with length-to-diameter ratios up to 20:1.
What size parts can Swiss lathes make?
Swiss CNC machines typically handle parts from 0.060" to 1.25" in diameter, with lengths up to 12". Some machines can work with diameters as small as 0.020" for micro-machining applications. The guide bushing support allows for extremely long, slender parts without deflection.
Swiss vs conventional turning?
Swiss turning excels at small diameter parts (under 1.25"), long slender parts, and high-volume production. The guide bushing provides superior support, enabling tighter tolerances and better surface finishes. Conventional turning is better for larger diameters and shorter parts where the guide bushing isn't needed.
What materials work best?
Swiss machines excel with free-machining materials like brass, aluminum, and 12L14 steel. They also handle stainless steel (303, 316), titanium, plastics (Delrin, PEEK), and exotic alloys. The key is using materials that produce good chip control for the narrow chip evacuation channels.
What are typical minimum quantities?
While Swiss machines are optimized for high-volume production (10,000+ parts), many shops accept smaller quantities. Minimum orders typically start at 100-500 pieces, though some shops offer prototype quantities of 25-50 parts. Setup costs are amortized better over larger runs.
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