CNC Turning Guides

Answers to the questions our customers ask most, from CNC vs manual turning and choosing materials to preparing a request for quote. Written by our CNC shop team in Samut Prakan.

What is CNC turning, and how is it different from manual turning?

How CNC turning compares with manual lathe work on accuracy, speed, cost and the jobs each suits, explained by a Samut Prakan machine shop that has run both since 1995.

Stainless steel 303 vs 304: which one should you machine?

A practical comparison of 303 and 304 stainless steel for machined parts: machinability, corrosion resistance, weldability, and how to pick the right grade.

What to prepare before requesting a CNC turning quote

A six-point checklist for requesting a CNC turning quote: drawing, material, quantity, tolerances, finish and delivery date, so you get an accurate price faster.