Small Batch Production
Small batches of 5 to 500 pieces: we review your drawing and place it with a vetted partner shop set up for your batch size.
CNC small batch production covers batch sizes of roughly 5 to 500 pieces. Setup and programming costs are spread over several parts, so the unit price falls with each quantity step. Strobel Industry places small batches in metal and plastics with vetted partner shops for turning and milling. Reply within 24 hours.
Systematic Batches
A small batch needs the flexibility of one-off production and the efficiency of automated manufacturing. We place it with partner shops that offer both, for example with bar feeders and short setup times. This makes unit costs drop noticeably from just a few parts.
In a small batch every part runs under identical conditions: same program, same tools, same clamping. The result: reproducible precision in every delivery.
Unit Price Explained
The biggest cost driver for CNC parts is the setup and programming cost. It is incurred once and spread over the quantity. If the partner shop uses a bar feeder from about 20 pieces, the unit price drops considerably again.
How a Small Batch Works
Send Enquiry
Send your drawing or 3D model with quantity. Experts from our team check manufacturability and material.
Reply in 24 h
We name the right partner shop or clarify open points directly with you.
Quote & Production
The partner shop quotes with tiered unit prices and delivery date, programs and runs the batch. State first article requirements in your enquiry.
Delivery
The partner delivers deburred, cleaned parts directly to you, with inspection report on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 At what quantity does a small batch become cost-effective?
From about 5 pieces unit costs drop noticeably, because setup and programming costs are spread. It usually becomes particularly economical from 20 pieces, when the partner shop can use a bar feeder. We place your small batch with a shop set up for this batch size.
Q2 What if I need the same batch again later?
Note in your enquiry that it is a repeat order. As a rule you reorder directly from the partner shop that already made your part. If it has kept the NC program, there are no new programming costs. If you need a different shop, we are happy to help.
Q3 How is quality ensured in small batches?
Experts from our team review the drawing before placement. First article inspection, sample measurements and final inspection are carried out by the partner shop. If you need inspection reports or 3.1 material certificates, state it in your enquiry.
Request a Small Batch
Send us your drawing with quantity. We review it and get back to you within 24 hours with the right partner shop.
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next step?
Send us your drawing. We review the enquiry and pass it on to a suitable, vetted partner shop, free and without obligation .