CNC Parts Pricing
Transparent pricing for CNC-milled and turned parts. Understand the cost factors and save on your next order.
How much do CNC parts cost? The price depends on material, batch size, tolerance and complexity. Setup costs (once per lot), cycle time and material price are the three biggest levers. Transparent calculation on request.
How CNC Parts are Priced
The price of a CNC part consists of several factors: setup time, cycle time, material costs, tool wear and post-processing. For single parts, setup dominates, for series, the unit price drops significantly.
As a direct manufacturer without intermediaries, we offer fair prices from batch size 1. Our calculation is transparent: you know exactly what you pay for.
Price Factors
These parameters have the greatest impact on the unit price of your CNC part.
Batch Size
Setup time (machine configuration, tool loading, zero point setting) is distributed across all parts. At 100 pieces, the setup cost per part is 100× lower than for a single part.
Complexity
Simple turned parts (2 axes) cost significantly less than 5-axis milled parts with freeform surfaces. More setups = more time = higher price.
Material
Aluminium is inexpensive to machine (high cutting speed). Stainless steel, titanium or PEEK require special tools and slower processing.
Tolerances
Standard tolerance ±0.1 mm is affordable. Fits (H7/g6) or ±0.01 mm require finishing passes, measurement of each part and possibly grinding.
Surface Finish
Ra 3.2 µm is standard and free. Ra 0.8 µm requires fine finishing (+15 to 30%). Polishing or anodizing come as post-processing.
Part Size
Very small parts (< 10 mm) require special clamping. Large parts (> 500 mm) need bigger machines with higher hourly rates.
Tips for Lower Prices
Check Tolerances
Only specify tight tolerances on functionally critical dimensions. Leave all others at general tolerance DIN 2768-m, saves up to 30% manufacturing costs.
Radii Instead of Corners
Sharp internal corners require small tools and many passes. Internal radii ≥ 1 mm save machining time and tool costs.
Choose Standard Materials
S235, EN AW-6082, 1.4301 are readily available and economical to machine. Exotic alloys cost more in procurement and machining.
Bundle Quantities
Instead of ordering 3× single parts: better 1× small series of 10 to 50 pieces. Setup costs are distributed and unit price drops 40 to 60%.
Optimise Drawings
Complete technical drawings with all dimensions, tolerances and surface specifications avoid queries and speed up quotation.
Design for Manufacturing
Avoid thin walls (< 1 mm), deep threads and unnecessarily small holes. Manufacturing-friendly design saves 20 to 40% costs.
Typical Price Ranges
Simple Turned Part (Alu)
Ø20×30 mm, ±0.05 mm, Ra 3.2. Price depends on quantity. Significant savings at higher volumes. Material + setup dominate for single parts.
Medium Complexity (Steel)
Milled part 80×60×20 mm, 3-axis, ±0.02 mm. Price depends on quantity and complexity. Multiple setups required.
Complex 5-Axis Part (Alu)
Housing 120×80×40 mm, freeform surfaces, H7 fits. Price depends on geometry and quantity.
Plastic Precision Part (PEEK)
Ø40×25 mm, ±0.02 mm, dry machining. Price depends on quantity. Plastic is economical to machine. Material more expensive than machining.
Questions About CNC Pricing
Q1What does a simple CNC turned part cost?
The price of a turned part depends on material, complexity and quantity. For small batches (50 to 100 pcs), the price drops to €5, 15/pc. The biggest cost driver for single parts is setup time.
Q2Why are single parts so much more expensive than series?
The machine must be set up for each part: load program, insert tools, set zero point, first part measurement. This setup time (typically 15, 45 min) is distributed across all parts in series production.
Q3What is the difference between 3-axis and 5-axis pricing?
5-axis milling has a higher hourly rate but often saves setups and lead time. For complex parts, 5-axis can even be cheaper than multiple 3-axis operations.
Q4How do tolerances affect the price?
Standard tolerance ±0.1 mm costs nothing extra. From ±0.02 mm, costs increase 30 to 50% (finishing pass + measurement). From ±0.005 mm, costs often double (grinding + 100% inspection).
Q5Is there a minimum order value?
No. We manufacture from batch size 1 with no minimum order value. For cost reasons, we recommend bundling multiple parts or ordering a small series.
Q6How quickly will I receive a quote?
Usually within 24 hours of receiving your drawing. For simple parts, often the fast. The quote is free and non-binding.
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