Engineering material selection

Choose Materials Based on Process, Performance and Application

HHX MFG coordinates material requirements with CNC machining, die casting, secondary operations and surface finishing through a project-specific manufacturing review.

Material Selection Factors

01Manufacturing Process02Mechanical Requirements03Component Weight04Operating Environment05Surface Finish06Documentation Requirements

CNC

CNC Machining Materials

Material options for machined prototypes and production components requiring controlled dimensions and finished features.View CNC Materials →

CASTING

Die Casting Materials

Aluminum and magnesium alloy directions for tooling-based production components, housings and lightweight structures.View Die Casting Materials →

Common Material Selection Risks

  • Material selected without considering the process
  • Material standard or condition not clearly defined
  • Material and surface finish incompatibility
  • Documentation requirements defined too late

Material Review Process

  1. 01Drawing Review
  2. 02Process Selection
  3. 03Material Confirmation
  4. 04Availability Check
  5. 05Documentation Agreement

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