Precision plays a critical role in manufacturing high-performance components, and tight tolerance machining is an important part of ensuring that precision. Tight tolerances can impact performance and lead to fatigue cracks. In fact, 80% of metal component failures occur due to fatigue effects, but tight tolerance machining can prevent these costly errors.
Here, we will dive into the key industries that depend on tight tolerance machining for quality, performance, and safety.
A Closer Look at Tight Tolerance Machining
Tight tolerances refer to the allowable range of measurements that a component needs in order to function properly, and some common techniques used to achieve them are CNC milling and turning, as well as production machining. Some advantages of tight tolerance machining include improved durability, enhanced performance, and increased product safety.
High-performance parts in a number of critical industries require tight tolerances. Let’s take a closer look at these applications.
Aerospace Industry
Aircraft components must withstand extreme weather, temperature, and performance conditions on a regular basis. Common examples include fuel system components, turbine blades, and structural frames. Manufacturers must follow important industry certifications and standards in the aerospace industry, such as AS9100 and FAA regulations, all of which serve to make components safer and higher-performing.
Defense Industry
Tight tolerances contribute to part security and performance in the defense industry. Common parts include firearms, targeting systems, and components for military vehicles. Reliability is key for these products used in critical situations, and tight tolerances boost quality and functionality.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Pharmaceutical materials must adhere to strict regulations in order to ensure contamination control and proper product performance. Common examples within this industry include surgical tools, diagnostic equipment, and products used for bottling medicines. Here, tight tolerances are important for ensuring patient safety.
Commercial Industry
In the commercial industry, precision machined products include automotive parts, industrial components, and more, like engine parts, gears, and bearing housings. These parts must perform under pressure, so precision is required, which means that tight tolerances must be achieved.
Choose Allen Tool for Tight Tolerances that Boost Performance
At Allen Tool, we’re committed to providing our customers with tight tolerance machining that delivers results. Our capabilities include CNC machining, production machining, thread rolling and much more. Our precision machining experts are committed to customer support, and we’re proud of our 99.9% quality score. In addition, you can trust us to achieve tight tolerances for whatever application you need, because we have a vast amount of industry experience that will match your requirements.
For over 30 years, Allen Tool has provided expert close tolerance machining services for high-performance components. If you’re ready to invest in quality tight tolerance machining, get in touch with Allen Tool today.