Our Outstanding Machining Capabilities
At RapidDone, our machine shop has different CNC machines that enable us to run multiple processes to create customized parts, including milling, turning, drilling, grinding, and laser cutting.
CNC Milling UHMW
CNC Milling machines are the backbone of our UHMW manufacturing operations. We have several 3-axis CNC machines available for typical milling projects. We also use our top-notch 4 and 5-axis machines to create more complex products from blank HWMW sheet material.
CNC Turning UHMW
At our RapidDone shopfloor, we can make circular features accurately and cost-effectively with UHMW rod materials. Those various circular products include bushings, bearings, pipe fittings, etc.
CNC Drilling UHMW
We have several CNC drilling machines on our shop floor. These machines can perform a good drilling process at high efficiency.
Available Material
Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene is a high-grade thermoplastic material. It is highly impact-resistant and abrasion-resistant while also having a high internal strength.
For the CNC machining process, it is available in a wide variety of thicknesses for both sheet and rod shapes for raw materials.
Finishes
As for CNC-machined UHMW parts, “as machined” is the most popular finish due to its application requirement.
Applications
Thanks to the excellent physical properties, UHMW CNC machined parts can be used in the below several applications.
√ Medical Devices:
Due to its biocompatibility, UHMW is used in medical devices such as artificial joints, catheters, and other equipment.
√ Automotive Industry
It can be used in different automotive parts such as bumper bars, gears, and seals.
√ Engineering Applications
Due to its wear resistance and anti-corrosion properties, it can be created in mechanical parts such as pulleys, bearings, and rollers.
Machining Tips and Recommendations
Low-Speed Cutting: Due to the high toughness and high friction, to reduce CNC machining heat, low-speed cutting is recommended.
Adequate Cooling: Same as other materials, it is a good idea to use sufficient cutting fluids or air cooling to help lower the material’s surface temperature during machining.
- Regular Tool Inspections: UHMW tends to wear tools more quickly, so it’s important to check and replace tools regularly to maintain machining precision and quality.
Avoid High Feed Rates: High feed rates can lead to uneven material stress, causing deformation or cracking.
Post-Processing: Due to high friction and heat during machining, the material may deform or have a rough surface. Heat treatment can be used to get a higher CNC machining tolerance.
Contact RapidDone
A leading CNC machining provider like RapidDone can truly make a difference for your UHMW product. With years of experience working with a wide range of plastics, we’re ready to leverage our expertise to bring your products to life.
In addition to UHMW parts, we also specialize in manufacturing other customized plastic components, including nylon, PEEK, POM, and more.
Get in touch with us today to discuss your project, and let’s collaborate on a cost-effective and sustainable manufacturing plan tailored to your needs.