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CNC Machining in ABS

ABS is widely used in CNC machining due to its balanced properties, impact resistance, and ease of processing. With optimized cutting parameters and minimal cooling requirements, it efficiently produces precision components like automotive dashboards and electronic enclosures.

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Designers and engineers frequently choose ABS for CNC machining and CNC milling parts. Makes sense. This all-purpose metal has been proven to offer:
  • * Excellent machinability
  • * High strength
  • * Good Hardness
  • * Heat tolerance
  • * Chemical resistance 
  • * Cost-effective
  • * Dimensional stability
  • * High impact strength
  • * Moderate heat resistance

Description

Applications
Automotive interiors, electronic housings, consumer goods, prototypes, toys, pipe fittings
Strengths
High impact resistance ∙ Good rigidity ∙ Excellent machinability ∙ Low cost ∙ Easy post-processing
Weaknesses
Poor UV resistance ∙ Low heat tolerance (80-100°C) ∙ Soluble in ketones/esters ∙ Weak creep resistance
Process compatibility
CNC machining ∙ Injection molding ∙ Vacuum forming ∙ 3D printing (FDM)
Surface Treatment
Painting ∙ Electroplating ∙ Texture finishing ∙ Laser etching ∙ Vapor smoothing

Characteristics

Price
 Low machining cost vs. metals ∙ High volume molding cost-effective
Lead Time
CNC: 2-5 days ∙ Injection molding: 10-15 days (tooling-dependent) ∙ No cure time needed
Wall Thickness
Molding: 1-4mm (min 0.75mm for small parts) ∙ CNC: No restriction
Tolerances
±0.1mm (machining) ∙ ±0.3mm (molding) ∙ Dimensional shrinkage 0.5-0.7%
Density
1.04-1.06 g/cm³ (40% lighter than aluminum)

ABS Processing Technologies

Processing TechnologyProcess CharacteristicsSuitable ABS TypesTypical Applications
CNC MachiningPrecision cutting (±0.05 mm)General/Reinforced ABSPrototypes, precision components
3D Printing (FDM)Layer-by-layer (0.1-0.3 mm layers)Special low-shrinkage ABSFunctional prototypes, jigs
Laser ProcessingCutting/engraving (0.1-2 mm depth)Sheet-grade ABSSignage, decorative panels
Injection MoldingMelt injection (15-60 sec cycle)Injection-grade (high flow) ABSElectrical housings, automotive parts
Extrusion MoldingContinuous profile formingExtrusion-grade (high strength) ABSPipes, sheets, profiles
Blow MoldingParison inflation moldingBlow-molding grade ABSTanks, bottles, containers
Vacuum FormingSheet heat forming (160-180°C)Thermoforming-grade ABSAuto panels, medical housings

ABS for Machining

LML delivers industry-leading CNC machining services for custom ABS components, combining advanced 5-axis equipment with ISO 9001-certified processes. We transform client drawings into precision parts (tolerance: ±0.05mm) using optimized cutting strategies that leverage ABS’s low-melt characteristics. Our engineers mitigate thermal deformation through temperature-controlled environments and adaptive toolpaths, ensuring dimensional stability critical for automotive housings, medical enclosures, and functional prototypes.From drawing validation to post-processing, LML provides seamless ABS part customization: ​Complex Geometry Execution:​​ Ribbed structures, snap-fits, and thin-wall features (down to 0.5mm) ​Material-Specific Expertise:​​ Preventing delamination via spindle speed optimization (1800-3000 RPM) ​Surface Enhancement:​​ Media blasting, solvent smoothing, or UV-resistant painting We resolve machining challenges like chip welding through proprietary tool-coolant synergy, achieving Ra 0.8µm surface finishes ready for plating or texture matching.GET INSTANT QUOTE

Gallery of ABS Parts Made by LML

The color of anodized finishes may exhibit some degree of variation due to standard alloy tolerance differences. Please refer to the color scheme below to observe the range of available colors.

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LML takes the stress out of manufacturing by guaranteeing the quality and consistency of every part. Each order is dimensionally and visually inspected by our in-house quality control team to make sure it meets the LML Standard. If you’re not satisfied with your order, we’ll remake your parts as fast as possible, free of charge, or refund you - whichever you prefer.
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