CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

Frigate manufactures custom CNC turned metal components engineered for rapid prototyping, pre-production testing, and functional evaluation. Our CNC turning systems are equipped to machine high-precision metal parts that support the dimensional requirements of modern R&D programs. 

Our Clients

Advantages of Our CNC Turning Services

Our CNC turning setup incorporates real-time digital tool path optimization and closed-loop feedback to deliver micron-accurate components for prototype and test environments. 

Micro-Centerline Tool Alignment

High-speed spindles maintain sub-micron alignment, enabling consistent turning of geometrically sensitive parts used in medical and microfluidic prototypes.

Dynamic Toolpath Simulation

Integrated simulation tools help reduce trial-and-error, ensuring stable operations and eliminating inconsistencies during proof-of-concept builds.

Zero-Shift Holding Fixtures

Fixtures support zero axial displacement, maintaining integrity of custom features during high-torque turning phases.

Our CNC Turning Process

We integrate multi-step tool programming with synchronized spindle orientation and adaptive feed rate control to achieve dimensional fidelity for complex prototype geometries. 

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
Design Creation

Our team designs the part in CAD software with focus on radial symmetry and tool clearance. 

Converting Design to CNC Code

CAM software generates toolpaths based on spindle speeds, feed rates, and material hardness. 

Setting Up the Machine

Operators load the raw bar stock and calibrate live tooling attachments, ensuring optimal alignment. 

Running the Machine

The part spins while stationary or live tools shape it via precision radial and axial cuts. Also, Our machines track spindle load and thermal drift in real time. 

Finishing Touches

We perform part-off, facing, and secondary polishing before moving to the inspection stage. 

Quality Check

Every part undergoes inspection using CMMs and profile projectors to verify dimensional and geometrical tolerances. 

Words from Clients

See how global OEMs and sourcing heads describe their experience with our scalable execution.

Precision Surface Quality for Prototypes

Our controlled surface roughness metrics meet validation standards, ensuring each turned component behaves predictably under test load conditions. 

Anodizing

Give your aluminum parts a tough, corrosion-resistant shield with anodizing, reaching surface hardness up to HV 500, while enhancing electrical insulation and durability.

Mechanical Finishing

Smooth out imperfections and refine surfaces to Ra 0.2 µm or better with mechanical finishing techniques like grinding, polishing, and bead blasting. 

Heat Treatment

Boost material strength and hardness by heat treating parts at temperatures up to 1100°C, ensuring they meet the mechanical demands of your application.

Electroplating

Add protective or functional metal coatings with electroplating, delivering consistent layers as precise as ±2 µm for improved corrosion resistance and conductivity.

Our Machined Products 

We support your production needs with CNC-machined parts, subassemblies, and performance-critical components. 

Alternator Pulley - IMG
Camshaft Bearing Cap - IMG
Collaborative Robot Torque Sensor Mount - IMG
Heavy-Duty Linear Rail Block - IMG
Heat Exchanger Tube Sheet - IMG (2)
Robotic Gripper Finger - IMG
Vacuum Chamber Port Plate - IMG (3)
Differential Gear - IMG (2)
Prosthetic Limb Connector - IMG
Optical Fiber Alignment Block - IMG (2)
Turbocharger Compressor Wheel - IMG
Suspension Control Arm Bracket - IMG (3)
Wellhead Manifold Support Bracket - IMG (2)
Subsea BOP Hinge Pin - IMG
Heat Sink Assembly Plate - IMG

CNC Turning Materials

We support a wide range of metals to help prototype engineers explore different material-performance outcomes. Each material brings distinct physical traits ideal for iteration-heavy applications. 

A2 Tool Steel

A2 Tool Steel is a high-carbon, high-chromium steel known for its toughness and wear resistance. It’s ideal for producing durable, high-strength parts that can withstand heavy use. 

Aluminum

Aluminum is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant metal with good machinability. Because of its strength-to-weight ratio, it’s commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and various industrial applications. 

Brass

Brass is a copper-zinc alloy known for its machinability and corrosion resistance. It’s used for components requiring precise detailing and good mechanical properties. 

Bronze

Bronze is a copper-tin alloy with excellent wear resistance and strength. It’s often used for bushings, bearings, and other friction-prone components. 

Cast Iron

Cast Iron is known for its high wear resistance and machinability. It’s used in heavy-duty applications such as machinery parts and engine components. 

Copper

Copper offers excellent thermal and electrical conductivity. It’s used in applications requiring heat dissipation or electrical conductivity, such as electronic components. 

Steel

Steel is a versatile material known for its strength and durability. It’s used in various applications, from construction to automotive parts. 

Titanium

Titanium is a lightweight, high-strength metal with excellent corrosion resistance. It’s used in aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance engineering applications. 

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel offers high corrosion resistance and strength. It’s widely used in applications ranging from kitchen equipment to industrial machinery. 

Zinc

Zinc is a ductile and corrosion-resistant metal known for its excellent machinability, especially in its alloy forms. It's often used for components requiring intricate details, good surface finish, and precise dimensions, commonly found in automotive, hardware, and electrical applications.

Key Highlights

Our structured workflows reduce iteration waste, shorten cycle times, and support rapid design changes without compromising part tolerance or repeatability. 

CNC Turning

Compliance for CNC Turning Services

Frigate’s CNC turning capabilities follow strict industry compliance to ensure every prototype part aligns with application-specific safety, biocompatibility, or mechanical certification needs. Our internal systems support validation-stage documentation and full traceability for early product assessments. 

ISO 9001:2015

Ensures quality management practices for consistent part delivery in low-volume R&D runs

AS9100D

Aligns with aerospace-specific protocols for flight-critical prototype builds 

RoHS Compliant

Restricts hazardous substances in electronic prototype machining 

CE Marking

Supports European regulatory alignment for prototypes requiring product trials 

NADCAP

Follows aerospace material and process audits for niche prototype requests 

ISO/TS 16949

Complies with automotive R&D build and documentation standards

UL Certification 

Supports thermal and electrical validation for safety component prototyping 

Frigate’s Global Presence

Frigate takes pride in facilitating “Make in India for the globe“.  As our global network of Frigaters provides virtually limitless capacity, and through our IoT enabled platform your parts go directly into production. By digitally and technologically enabling “the silent pillars of the economy” MSME and SME manufacturing industries, we are able to tap the huge potential for manufacturing to bring the best results for our clients.

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

100,000+

Parts Manufactured

250+

Frigaters

2000+

Machines

450+

Materials

25+

Manufacturing Process

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

Testing Standards for CNC Turning Services

Roundness Testing
CMM, Roundness Tester (e.g., Talyrond)

To measure the roundness of cylindrical features, ensuring they meet tolerance requirements. 

Flatness of Internal Surfaces Testing
Optical Flat or CMM

To check internal surfaces for flatness, critical for sealing and assembly purposes. 

Burr Detection Testing
Visual Inspection, Edge Detection Tool

To identify burrs or sharp edges that may affect assembly or safety. 

Profile Tolerance Testing
CMM, Laser Scanning, or Profile Projector

To ensure that complex profiles (e.g., contours, curves) conform to design specifications. 

Surface Profile Testing
Profilometer or Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

To check the topography and texture of the surface, ensuring it meets the required specifications for function or aesthetics. 

Material Hardness Depth Testing
Microhardness Test or Depth Hardness Measurement

To verify that the surface hardness depth meets the required specifications for wear resistance. 

Residual Stress Testing
X-ray Diffraction, Strain Gauges

To measure internal stresses that could lead to deformation or failure during or after machining. 

Microstructure Response Testing
Metallographic Analysis (e.g., Optical or Electron Microscopy)

To verify grain structure, inclusions, and material consistency, ensuring the part meets performance requirements. 

CNC Turning Parts

We use ultra-rigid turning centers paired with backlash elimination to ensure fine-detail repeatability for every prototype component. Explore samples of turned parts used in device studies, mechanical test rigs, and pilot-scale builds. 

Other Industries We Serve 

We deliver machining support across sectors that require consistency, material reliability, and tight dimensional control. 

Construction Equipment - IMG
Precision Instruments & Metrology - IMG
Medical Devices
oil & gas equipment
industrial machinery
Food Processing Machinery
Dental & Orthodontics
Firearms & Defense Accessories
Consumer Electronics - img

Our Manufacturing Metrics

Frigate brings stability, control, and predictable performance to your sourcing operations through a structured multi-vendor system. 

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping
CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

2.8X

Sourcing Cycle Speed

Frigate’s pre-qualified network shortens decision time between RFQ and PO placement.  

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

94%

On-Time Delivery Rate

Structured planning windows and logistics-linked schedules improve project-level delivery reliability. 

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

4X

Multi-Part Consolidation

We enable part family batching across suppliers to reduce fragmentation.  

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

22% 

Quality Rejection Rate

Multi-level quality checks and fixed inspection plans lower non-conformities. 

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

30%

Procurement Costs

Optimized supplier negotiations and bulk order strategies reduce your overall sourcing expenses. 

CNC Turning Services for R&D and Prototyping

20%

Manual Processing Time

Automation of sourcing and supplier management significantly reduces time spent on manual tasks. 

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Having Doubts? Our FAQ

Check all our Frequently Asked Questions in CNC Turning

How does Frigate ensure sub-millimeter precision in CNC turned prototype assemblies with multiple mating parts?

Frigate performs sequential turning using datum-referenced clamping and toolpath synchronization to preserve feature-to-feature accuracy across mating interfaces. Parts are machined with thermal stabilization routines to prevent dimensional drift. Critical features undergo comparative CMM checks against the CAD stack-up. This approach ensures alignment within 0.01 mm for components like actuator shafts and modular connector housings. 

What methods does Frigate use to maintain wall integrity when turning thin-section prototype enclosures?

Frigate uses variable-pressure workholding combined with low-load finishing passes to protect delicate wall structures. Toolpaths are designed to minimize tool engagement angles, reducing localized stress during contouring. In-process sensors monitor deflection in real time. This method helps maintain wall consistency down to 0.6 mm in early-stage prototype enclosures and device shells. 

How are complex geometries like undercuts and recesses handled during CNC turning of prototype parts?

Frigate applies multi-axis CNC turning with synchronized live tooling to machine non-linear internal profiles and undercuts. Custom inserts and toolpath programming allow clean entry and exit without tool chatter. Validation is done using sectioned-part metrology and high-resolution imaging. This supports feature stability in functional prototypes with dynamic or nested interfaces. 

How does Frigate handle material variation across multiple prototype builds to ensure repeatability?

Frigate records material heat batch and hardness during each build cycle, adjusting cutting parameters based on input variability. Tool wear is tracked per lot to eliminate deviation from dimensional specs. Machine feedback loops adjust depth of cut and feed rates in real-time. This maintains tight repeatability even when different material batches are used during iterative R&D cycles. 

What inspection protocols does Frigate follow for dimension-critical prototype components?

Frigate uses dual-phase inspection—initial probe-based measurements during turning followed by post-process verification using optical metrology. Tolerances down to ±0.005 mm are inspected for all dimension-critical zones. Documentation is provided with annotated control plans. This ensures confidence in geometry before parts enter testing or validation phases. 

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