Machining starts with the material

Experience with alloys selected to meet the drawing, service conditions and specified surface treatments

Light alloys, steels and low-expansion materials

Aluminium

Light alloys selected to balance machinability, strength, corrosion resistance and dimensional stability.

Steel

Grades chosen according to machinability, corrosion resistance, hardness and the component’s operating conditions.

RSA alloys

Rapid-solidification aluminium alloys for high dimensional stability and low thermal expansion.

Titanium

High specific strength, corrosion resistance and performance for demanding technical components.

Brass

Excellent machinability and reliable surface finish for turned and milled components.

Invar

Very low thermal expansion for precision components requiring dimensional stability.

Super Invar

Enhanced thermal stability around room temperature for scientific and optical applications.

Composition, properties and finishing cycles must be checked against the exact grade, metallurgical condition and drawing requirements.