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Skilled CNC Machining Magnesium Service
Magnesium is a lightweight and easy-to-machine special metal, but the fragments generated in CNC machining are flammable and the machining risk is high, so special attention should be paid to safety when machining.
DEK has advanced equipment and mature magnesium machining experience, which can well guard against the risk of CNC magnesium machining, and provide you with comprehensive CNC machining magnesium services, from prototype to mass production, you can get fast delivery of high-precision customized magnesium parts!
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Custom Magnesium Parts in CNC Machining
Magnesium has high specific strength, good thermal conductivity and mechanical properties, and its density is only 1.74 g/cm³, which is about one-third lighter than aluminum and the lightest of the structural metals.
DEK specializes in high-quality machining magnesium services with advanced CNC lathes and milling machines (5-axis CNC machining centers) that use first-class technology for machining, including turning, milling, drilling and boring to ensure high-precision machining. We are able to meet the manufacturing needs of different projects, from simple production to high-precision machining of complex parts.
DEK is a trusted and efficient magnesium machining parts manufacturer for all types of magnesium, including AZ31B, AZ61B, and AZ91D, and our precision services ensure high-quality parts for industries such as automotive and aerospace, and are ideally suited for automotive engine housings and aircraft components. With our CNC custom magnesium parts services, you can also get anodized, painted, plated, and other finishes to meet the aesthetic and functional needs of different parts.
Magnesium Material List
Magnesium AZ31B
Magnesium AZ31B is part of the magnesium-aluminum-zinc alloy family, which is lightweight, has excellent machinability, and has a good strength-to-weight ratio.
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Magnesium AZ91D
Magnesium AZ91D is a high-purity magnesium die-casting alloy that offers a good balance of strength and weight, providing strength comparable to many aluminum alloys.
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Magnesium AZ61B
Magnesium AZ61B is a wrought magnesium alloy in the AZ61 series. It has a low density, good strength-to-weight ratio, and excellent machinability.
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TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
Basic Knowledge of Magnesium
What is Magnesium?
Magnesium, discovered in 1808 by Sir Humphry Davy, is known through compounds like Epsom salts, magnesia, and magnesite. The name comes from Magnesia in Greece, where magnesia alba was first found. It is the eighth most abundant element in Earth’s crust and a common structural metal after aluminum and iron. Magnesium is found in carbonates and silicates, as well as in minerals like talc and olivine. It is commercially produced through the electrolysis of molten magnesium chloride or by directly reducing its compounds.
Magnesium burns with a bright light, making it historically used in photography and still employed in pyrotechnic devices. It has similar thermal and electrical conductivity to aluminum. Magnesium is resistant to alkalies, but when magnesium comes into contact with acids, it reacts with them, releasing hydrogen gas and other chemical changes in the magnesium material. Magnesium forms a protective oxide layer in air and water but reacts with steam. It acts as a powerful reducing agent to produce other metals like titanium and zirconium and reacts directly with many elements.
Advantages of Magnesium
Lightweight
High strength-to-weight ratio
Good thermal conductivity
Excellent corrosion resistance
High melting point
Non-toxic
High damping capacity
Abundant in nature
Recyclable
Biocompatible
Applications of Magnesium
Aerospace components
Automotive parts
Alloy production
Pyrotechnics
Biomedical implants
Desulfurization in steel production
Magnesium batteries
Fireworks
Photographic flashbulbs
Antacids
FAQ
Machining Magnesium Buying FAQ
Magnesium has an impressive strength-to-weight ratio. While it is not as strong as some other materials like steel, its strength is used in applications where weight reduction is needed. The strength of magnesium can be further enhanced through alloying and specific heat treatment processes.
Quality is ensured through rigorous inspection processes, including in-process inspections, final inspections, and the use of advanced measurement tools and equipment.
To provide an accurate quote, we need detailed drawings or CAD files, material specifications, quantity, desired tolerances, surface finish requirements, and any special instructions or considerations.
Magnesium itself is not explosive, but it is highly flammable. In certain conditions, such as fine powder or shavings, magnesium can ignite easily and burn with a bright, intense flame. Solid magnesium in standard forms used in manufacturing and structural applications is not explosive. However, precautions must be taken when working with magnesium to prevent ignition and fires, especially when flammable materials are present.
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Tool Steel
Tool steel is known for its high hardness, high wear resistance and good toughness. DEK has more than 20 years of rich experience in CNC machining and can provide comprehensive CNC machining tool steel services. We have high-precision machining centers and advanced technology to achieve tight tolerances of +/- 0.005mm and short lead time.
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Stainless Steel
DEK specializes in machining various types of stainless steel, providing you with top-notch custom stainless steel parts. We use advanced CNC lathes, 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines and mature processing technology to make parts with tight tolerances up to +/- 0.005mm. We produce parts from simple to complex geometries for your project, and provide […]
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Aluminum
Aluminum is one of the most commonly used metals in the world because of its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, low cost, and recyclability.
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