CNC: access & geometry
Review cutter access, internal corner radii, pocket depth and thin walls. Identify features that need special attention.
Explore CNC machining ↗
Practical starting points for drawings, geometry and manufacturing discussions.
Discuss your project ↗
Review cutter access, internal corner radii, pocket depth and thin walls. Identify features that need special attention.
Explore CNC machining ↗Discuss orientation, support removal, enclosed cavities and mating surfaces. Choose a material around the intended evaluation.
Explore 3D printing ↗Define thickness and bend direction. Review holes near bends, hardware, visible faces and assembly access.
Explore sheet metal ↗| Include | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Drawing revision & units | Keep the model, PDF and order on the same revision. |
| Critical dimensions & datums | Identify the interfaces and dimensions that control fit. |
| Threads & inserts | Specify thread size, depth, location and any purchased hardware. |
| Material grade & finish | Call out alloy or resin, surface requirements and masking. |
| Inspection & documents | Agree what evidence is needed before production begins. |
| Quantity & destination | Include prototype and repeat quantities, target date and shipping country. |
A visual model helps evaluate proportions and surface detail. Consider resin printing when the objective is presentation.
Prototype options ↗Review interfaces, material behavior and loading. Discuss machining or functional printing against the test objective.
Material directions ↗Freeze the revision and define acceptance checks before planning a batch.
Production planning ↗Source: Protolabs official design information ↗ · Reference only; not a Winston Rapid promise.