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Precision CNC Cutting Services
Are you looking for a way to cut materials with perfect precision? At Istar Machining, we use computer-controlled machines to cut materials exactly how you want them. Our CNC cutting service uses computers to guide cutting tools that make perfect shapes every time.
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23 Years
Istar Machining's years in the industry
300,000 square feet
The size of Istar Machining's factory
300 CNC machines
Our CNC equipment count
1000 skilled workers
Istar's number of skilled machinists/operators
Our Cutting Technologies
We use different cutting tools based on what works best for your project:
Laser Cutting
Laser cutting uses a powerful light beam to cut through materials. It's super precise and leaves a clean edge. It works great for thin metals and plastics.
Waterjet Cutting
Waterjet cutting uses a high-pressure stream of water with tiny bits of sand to cut through materials. It can cut almost anything!
Plasma Cutting
Plasma cutting uses a hot electrical arc to melt through metal. It's fast and good for thicker metals.
Materials We Can Cut For You
At Istar Machining, we can cut almost any material you need. Here are the main types:
Metals We Cut:
- Aluminum (6061/7075) – great for lightweight parts
- Stainless Steel (304/316) – won’t rust, perfect for food machines
- Carbon Steel – strong and tough
- Titanium – light but super strong
- Copper – good for electrical parts
- Brass – looks nice and works well for water parts
Plastics & Other Materials:
- Acrylic – clear like glass but easier to cut
- PVC – tough plastic used for many things
- MDF – smooth wood material great for signs
- Polycarbonate – very strong plastic
- Delrin – slippery plastic that wears well
- Foam – for packaging and models
- Composites – mixed materials like carbon fiber
Materials and Their Best Uses
Different materials are better for different jobs. Here’s what works best:
What We Can Make For You
How Thick Can We Cut?
Our machines can handle different thicknesses based on the material:
Metal Thickness Range:
- Aluminum: 0.5mm – 150mm (up to 6 inches)
- Steel: 0.5mm – 200mm (up to 8 inches)
- Stainless Steel: 0.5mm – 100mm (up to 4 inches)
- Titanium: 0.5mm – 75mm (up to 3 inches)
Plastic Thickness Range:
- Acrylic: 1mm – 50mm (up to 2 inches)
- PVC: 1mm – 40mm
- Polycarbonate: 1mm – 30mm
- Delrin: 1mm – 50mm
Why Choose Istar Machining?
Speed
We can make prototype parts in 3-5 days. Larger orders take about 2 weeks, which is much faster than many other shops. eiusmod
Precision
Our machines cut with amazing accuracy: For metals: within ±0.005" (about the width of a human hair) For plastics: within ±0.010"
Experience
We have over 23 years of experience cutting parts for all kinds of industries. Our team knows exactly how to make your parts right.
Certifications
We're proud to hold ISO 9001 and AS9100 (aerospace) certifications, which means we follow strict quality rules.
How Does Our Process Work?
Getting parts made at Istar Machining is simple:
Send us your design
Upload your CAD file (DXF, STEP, or SolidWorks)
Get a price quote
We'll tell you how much it costs right away
Approve and we start cutting
Production begins within 24 hours
We check quality and ship
Every part is inspected before sending
Get Started With Your Project Today
Ready to get your parts made? Here’s how to begin:
- Contact us with your idea or send your design files
- Our team will review your project and provide a quote
- Once approved, we’ll start cutting your parts
- We’ll perform quality checks and ship your finished parts
You can upload your designs right now or call us to discuss your project. Istar Machining is ready to help make your ideas real with our precision CNC cutting services.
Frequently Asked Question
Think of CNC cutting like using scissors, but with super-human accuracy that never makes a mistake! Our machines follow a computer program to cut materials into the exact shapes you need. This is much better than cutting by hand because it’s faster, more exact, and can make the same part over and over without mistakes.
Aluminum and stainless steel are great for outdoor use because they don’t rust. For plastics, UV-resistant acrylic or polycarbonate works well.
Yes! We make anywhere from 1 to 10,000+ pieces. We’re happy to make just a few parts for a prototype or thousands for production.
We work with DXF, STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, and PDF files. DXF is best for 2D cutting projects.
Rush orders can be ready in as little as 24-48 hours for simple parts. Standard orders typically take 3-5 days for prototypes and 2 weeks for larger orders.
Yes! Our laser cutting is perfect for intricate details down to 0.5mm in size. Waterjet cutting can also make detailed cuts in thicker materials.
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