Materials for CNC Machining
We offer a wide range of CNC machining materials, including metals, plastics, and composites. Each material provides specific strength, hardness, and surface properties, supporting both standard parts and fully customized solutions.
Materials
At KT Tool, we specialize in precision CNC machining for a comprehensive range of engineering materials — from standard metals and high-performance plastics to specialized alloys.
We work with a wide spectrum of standard and specialized materials to meet industry-specific needs. Below is a curated selection of materials we regularly handle for our global customers, supporting prototypes, low-volume runs, and high-volume production alike.
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Aluminum
Features:
- Easy to process
- Corrosion-resistant
- Lightweight
Applicable to:
- Heat Sinks
- Enclosures
- Aerospace Parts
Price: -
Brass
Features:
- Easy to process
- Good conductivity
- Easy to process Good conductivity Good appearance
Applicable to:
- Valves
- Pipe Connectors
- Fittings
Price: -
Copper
Features:
- High Electrical / Thermal Conductivity
- For the Electronics Industry
Applicable to:
- Electrodes
- Bus Bars
- Heat Exchangers
Price: -
Steel
Features:
- High Intensity
- Suitable for Structural Components / Molds
Applicable to:
- Shafts
- Structural
- General Mechanical Parts
Price: -
Stainless Steel
Features:
- Corrosion-resistant
- High strength
Applicable to:
- Medical Devices
- Chemical Parts
- Food Machinery
Price: -
Carbon Steel
Features:
- Low cost
- High strength
Applicable to:
- Brackets
- Structural Parts
- Machinery Frames
Price: -
Alloy Steel
Features:
- High strength
- Good toughness
Applicable to:
- Shafts
- Gears
- Fasteners
Price: -
Tool Steel
Features:
- Very high hardness
- Wear resistant
Applicable to:
- Punches
- Molds
- Blades
Price: -
Cast Iron
Features:
- Good vibration damping
- Compressive
Applicable to:
- Machine Beds
- Engine Blocks
- Bases
Price: -
Magnesium Alloy
Features:
- Ultra-light
- High strength-to-weight ratio
Applicable to:
- Aerospace Housings
- Laptop Shells
- Camera Bodies
Price: -
Invar
Features:
- Extremely low thermal expansion
Applicable to:
- Precision Instruments
- Measuring Tools
- Optical Mounts
- Satellite Structures
Price: -
Tungsten Carbide
Features:
- Extremely hard
- Extremely wear resistant
Applicable to:
- Cutting Tools
- Wear Parts
- Drill Bits
Price: -
Titanium
Features:
- High Strength
- Lightweight
- Corrosion-resistant
Applicable to:
- Artificial Joints
- Medical Implants
- Aerospace Structures
Price: -
ABS
Features:
- High Strength
- Low Cost
Applicable to:
- Enclosures
- Prototypes
- Concept Models
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POM
Features:
- High Precision
- Low Friction
Applicable to:
- Gears
- Sliding Parts
- Bearings
Price: -
Nylon
Features:
- Wear-resistant
- Good toughness
Applicable to:
- Pulleys
- Cams
- Washers
Price: -
Acrylic
Features:
- High Transparency
- High Transparency Excellent Appearance
Applicable to:
- Display Stands
- Light Boxes,
- Decorative Panels
Price: -
PTFE
Features:
- High-Temperature Resistance
- Corrosion resistant
Price: -
PEEK
Features:
- High-Performance Engineering Plastics
- High Temperature and Chemical Resistance
Applicable to:
- Medical Implants
- Aerospace Parts
- Semconductor Equipment
Price: -
PC
Features:
- Excellent impact resistance
- Transparent
Applicable to:
- Protective Covers
- Instrument lids
- Transparent Windows
Price: -
PP
Features:
- Chemical resistant
- Low density
Applicable to:
- Pipes
- Chemical Tanks
- Laboratory Ware
Price: -
PE
Features:
- Wear resistant
- Low friction
Applicable to:
- Liners
- Wear Strips
- Food Machinery Parts
Price: -
PPS
Features:
- High temperature resistant
- Chemical resistant
Applicable to:
- Valves
- Pump Bodies
- Automotive Engine Parts
Price: -
PEI / Ultem
Features:
- High temperature resistant
- High strength
Applicable to:
- Medical Devices
- Electrical Insulators
- Aerospace Interior Parts
Price: -
PPSU
Features:
- Resists repeated steam sterilization
Applicable to:
- Medical Device Handles
- Baby Bottles
- Sterilizable Trays
Price: -
PVC
Features:
- Acid & alkali resistant
- Good electrical insulation
Applicable to:
- Valves
- Cable Ducts
- Electrical Insulation Parts
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PET
Features:
- High strength
- Dimensionally stable
Applicable to:
- Fixtures
- Electronic Insulators
- Precision Mechanical Parts
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FR4
Features:
- High mechanical strength
- Excellent electrical insulation
Applicable to:
- Pcb Test Fixtures
- Insulating Spacers
- Transformer Cores
Price: -
Bakelite / Phenolic
Features:
- Heat resistant
- Insulating
- Hard & brittle
Applicable to:
- Handles
- Insulating Plates
- Electrical Switches
Price: -
CFRP
Features:
- Very high specific strength
- Difficult to machine
Applicable to:
- Racing Frames
- Drone Shells
- Aerospace Panels
Price: -
GFRP
Features:
- High strength
- Wear resistant
Applicable to:
- Radomes
- Enclosures
- Insulating Plates
Price: -
Ceramics
Features:
- Extremely hard
- High temperature resistant
- brittle
Applicable to:
- Shafts
- Structural Parts
- General Mechanical Parts
Price: -
ADC12
Features:
- Excellent die-filling ability
- High dimensional accuracy
- High-volume production efficiency
- Good surface finish as-cast
Applicable to:
- Automotive
- Electronics
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Aluminum 2024-T4
Features:
- Exceptional fatigue strength
- Excellent damage tolerance
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Good machinability in T4 temper
Applicable to:
- Aerospace
- Military Aviation
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Aluminum 5052-H32
Features:
- Outstanding corrosion resistance
- Excellent formability and bendability
- Superior weldability
- Good fatigue resistance
Applicable to:
- Marine
- Automotive
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Aluminum 6061-T6
Features:
- Excellent machinability
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Good weldability
Applicable to:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
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Aluminum 6082-T6
Features:
- Excellent machinability
- Outstanding thermal conductivity
- Good corrosion resistance
Applicable to:
- Architecture & Construction
- Transportation
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Aluminum 7075-T6
Features:
- Excellent fatigue resistance
- Good machinability
- High hardness in T6 temper
Applicable to:
- Aerospace
- Military
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Beryllium Copper
Features:
- Exceptional Strength
- Excellent Fatigue Resistance
- Non-Sparking & Non-Magnetic
- Superior Mold-Making Performance
Applicable to:
- Injection Mold Inserts & Cores
- Springs & Elastic Components
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Brass C2680
Features:
- Outstanding Cold Formability
- Balanced Strength-Ductility Combination
Applicable to:
- Cartridges & Ammunition Shells
- Stamped & Drawn Components
- Radiators & Heat Exchangers
- Musical Instruments
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Brass C3604
Features:
- Exceptional Machinability
- High Production Efficiency
- Good Corrosion Resistance
- Cost-Effective
Applicable to:
- Precision Turned Parts
- Fasteners & Hardware
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Copper C110
Features:
- Unmatched Electrical Conductivity
- Exceptional Thermal Conductivity
- Excellent Workability
- Superior Corrosion Resistance
Applicable to:
- Electrical & Electronics
- Thermal Management
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HDPE
Features:
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Outstanding impact strength even at –40°C
- Low cost and wide availability
Applicable to:
- Chemical Storage
- Piping Systems
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Nylon PA6
Features:
- Good electrical insulating properties
- Naturally white/opaque
Applicable to:
- Automotive
- Industrial Machinery
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Nylon PA66
Features:
- Higher tensile strength
- Outstanding fatigue resistance
Applicable to:
- Automotive
- Industrial
- Electrical
- Consumer Goods
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PBT
Features:
- Fast crystallization rate
- Outstanding chemical resistance
Applicable to:
- Automotive Electrical
- Electrical & Electronics
- Consumer Electronics
- Industrial
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PMMA-Acrylic
Features:
- Exceptional optical clarity
- Outstanding surface hardness
- Excellent weatherability
Applicable to:
- Optical & Lighting
- Architecture & Safety
- Signage & Advertising
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TPU
Features:
- Exceptional abrasion resistance
- Extremely wide hardness range
- Excellent elasticity and resilience
- Outstanding overmolding and bonding capability
Applicable to:
- Consumer Electronics
- Footwear
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Mild Steel 1045
Features:
- Excellent balance of strength and machinability
- Surface-hardening capability
- Cost-effective and widely available
Applicable to:
- Machinery Components
- Automotive
- Agricultural Equipment
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S136 Stainless Mold Steel
Features:
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Exceptional mirror polishability
- High working hardness
Applicable to:
- Optical Molds
- Medical Device Molds
- Food & Pharmaceutical Packaging
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Tool Steel H13
Features:
- Exceptional hot hardness
- Excellent thermal shock resistance
- Good wear resistance
Applicable to:
- Die-Casting Dies
- Hot Stamping / Hot Forming Dies
- Hot Extrusion Dies
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Tool Steel P20
Features:
- Pre-hardened to HRC 28–36
- Good polishability
- Good wear resistance
Applicable to:
- Injection Mold Bases & Frames
- Mold Cavities & Cores
- Thermoplastic Injection
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CP Titanium
Features:
- Superior Corrosion Resistance
- Excellent Formability & Weldability
- Proven Biocompatibility
Applicable to:
- Chemical Processing Equipment
- Marine & Desalination
- Medical Implants
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Titanium Grade 5
Features:
- Outstanding Strength-to-Weight Ratio
- Exceptional Corrosion Resistance
- Biocompatible & Medical-Grade
Applicable to:
- Aerospace & Aviation
- Medical Implants
- Racing & Motorsports
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AZ91D
Features:
- Lightest Structural Metal
- Excellent Specific Strength
- Superior Damping Capacity
Applicable to:
- Automotive Lightweight Components
- Consumer Electronics Housings
- Power Tools & Handheld Equipment
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Zamak 3
Features:
- Outstanding Castability
- Superior Surface Finish
- High Dimensional Accuracy
Applicable to:
- Automotive Components
- Consumer Electronics Housings
- Hardware & Fasteners