Several factors affecting the cost of CNC machining parts
Many CNC processing manufacturers have been trying to control the cost of CNC processing as much as possible. Many users have also found that the quotations given by different companies for the same product are very different. What is the main reason? Regardless of the size of the factory, the location of the factory and many other factors, how can we better control the cost of CNC machining? Qile has more than ten years of experience in CNC machining. Next, I will share with you what factors will affect the cost of CNC machining. Let’s take a look.
Demand for precision machining equipment
The price of different production equipment is definitely different, so there is a difference in the cost of labor hours. For a simple example, the price difference between 200,000 yuan of equipment and 2 million of processing equipment will definitely be very large. Use multiple equipment to complete a product and use one equipment to use multiple functions to complete a product, because the processing function of the equipment is different, the price will also be different. For example, for precision turning and milling parts, the cost of using a lathe and a CNC milling machine is definitely higher than the cost of an economical turning-milling compound machining machine, but if the lathe and milling machine are relatively old or the brand strength is relatively small. Relatively cheap equipment is another matter. There are also some relatively large-scale companies that require high-precision testing equipment to assist because of the high requirements of the products they are in contact with, which invisibly increases the cost of using the equipment.
Size and shape of parts
The size and shape of the part itself, the precision parts with large volume and complex shape, the processing part will be very large, the use of materials will naturally be more, and the waste generated by processing will also increase, and some users have special requirements for the finish of the product. , so the cost will also increase.
Possible treatment after precision machining
Many users' products require follow-up processing because of different fields, such as oxidation, spraying, heat treatment, etc. These processes are also an aspect of increasing product cost. Therefore, engineers should make sufficient evaluations of products when designing products. and measure the price/performance ratio.
To sum up, if you need to control costs, choosing the appropriate precision processing technology and equipment, materials, and outsourcing is the way to effectively control costs, and don’t just adopt it because the processing cost of a certain company is particularly cheap.
