Datums
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SERVICES / METAL 3D PRINTING / METAL PRINTING + CNCMetal printing + CNC.
Metal printing + CNC.
One connected route.
Plan complex printed geometry and critical machined features together. Review the alloy, machining allowance, datums, finishing and inspection around one part drawing.
CNC machining since 2008 · 3D printing since 2017
One team
from CAD
to delivery
from CAD
to delivery
Custom one-offs & small runsFlexible quantities, reviewed around your part.
Printing + in-house CNCGeometry and precision features planned together.
Clear project communicationFrom drawing review to quality and delivery.
SLM / DMLS + IN-HOUSE CNCPrint the complex.
Print the complex.
Machine the critical.
Keep the printed body, precision interfaces and final finish in the same manufacturing plan.
SLM / DMLS + IN-HOUSE CNC
Metal printing + CNC
Plan complex printed geometry and critical machined features together. Review the alloy, machining allowance, datums, finishing and inspection around one part drawing.
- Bores, threads, datums and mating faces defined by the drawing
- Machining allowance, tool access and workholding reviewed before printing
- Printing, secondary machining and finishing coordinated together
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Make the machining plan before the build.
Machining allowance
Leave material where cutting is required; allowance is agreed for the route.
Tool access
Check that cutters can reach features without interference.
Workholding
Plan how the part can be held during each operation.
Treatment sequence
Coordinate stress relief, machining and the final surface treatment where required.
Acceptance
Agree the dimensions, surface requirements and documentation to be checked.
SLM / DMLS + IN-HOUSE CNC · MATERIALS
Compare all metal materials →The material behind your part.
Stainless steel · SLM
316L Stainless Steel
An austenitic stainless steel for printed metal components where corrosion resistance and useful mechanical strength are important. The alloy can support a broad range of engineering applications.
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Stainless steel · SLM
17-4 PH Stainless Steel
A hardenable stainless steel for components requiring high strength with corrosion resistance. Heat treatment and final material condition are important parts of the specification.
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Aluminium alloy · SLM
AlSi10Mg Aluminium
A lightweight aluminium alloy for complex printed components. It offers a useful combination of strength, thermal stability and corrosion resistance, with CNC machining available for specified interfaces.
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Aluminium alloy · SLM
6061 Aluminium
An aluminium alloy option listed by the supplier for metal printing. The description emphasises machinability, weldability and mechanical performance; the exact powder and process route need confirmation.
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Titanium alloy · SLM
Ti-6Al-4V Titanium
A titanium alloy for lightweight metal components requiring high strength and corrosion resistance. It is a candidate for demanding engineering applications where weight and durability matter.
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Tooling steel · SLM
18Ni300 Maraging Steel
A high-strength tooling steel for complex tools and mould-related components. Hardness and wear performance depend on the specified material condition and subsequent processing.
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Nickel alloy · SLM
IN718 Nickel Alloy
A nickel-based alloy for components exposed to demanding temperatures and mechanical loads. The supplier highlights creep resistance and corrosion resistance for complex printed geometries.
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Copper alloy · SLM
CuSn10 Bronze
A tin-bronze alloy for printed parts where wear and corrosion resistance are important. The supplier highlights the possibility of complex details such as thin walls and internal channels.
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Copper alloy · SLM
CuCrZr Copper Alloy
A copper-chromium-zirconium alloy combining strength with conductivity. It is a candidate for complex conductive components, including geometries with internal channels.
View materialSLM / DMLS + IN-HOUSE CNC · FINISHINGDefine the surface.
Compare all metal finishes →Define the surface.
Complete the part.
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Electroless Nickel Plating
Adds a uniform nickel layer for improved wear and corrosion resistance.
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Powder Coating
Adds a durable coloured coating for a uniform finish and improved corrosion resistance.
View finishFinishing suitability is reviewed against the selected material, manufacturing route, geometry and drawing requirements.
METAL PRINTING + IN-HOUSE CNCPrint the complex.
Print the complex.
Machine the critical.
Keep the printed body and its precision interfaces in the same conversation. Plan machining allowance, datums, workholding and the finishing sequence before the build.
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MORE THAN THE MANUFACTURING STEPComplete the part.
Complete the part.
Keep the details connected.
Material, surface, inspection and delivery requirements belong to the finished part—not separate decisions at the end.
Materials
Choose the grade and condition for the process, application and drawing.
Compare materialsFinishing
Define the texture, appearance and post-processing the finished part needs.
Explore finishesQuality & Inspection
Agree critical dimensions, inspection scope and required documentation.
View inspectionPackaging & Delivery
Protect the finished components and plan shipment around the order.
View deliveryCUSTOMER REVIEWS
Feedback from our customers.
In our customers’ own words — from part quality to delivery.
Direct messagePart quality
Your material have a really good quality
— 3D printing customer
Email feedbackIn use
The parts have already been assembled and I haven't received any complaints…
— Manufacturing customer
Direct messageDelivery
Everything was perfect
Good packaging
— 3D printing customer
Direct messageFuture projects
Don't worry about that, we have already verified the quality of your work…
— 3D printing customer
Direct messageEspañol
Nos gusta la calidad de ustedes.
Son nuestro mejor proveedor en cuanto a calidad.— Customer · Original Spanish
Direct messageProject requirements
The quality is fine, and in the case of these components, we didn't need very high precision, so it's all good.
— Manufacturing customer
Direct messageOrder feedback
Thank you very much once again for the quality of your work.
— Manufacturing customer
Direct messageEspañol
CALIDAD MUY BUENA LA DE USTEDES— Customer · Original Spanish
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BEFORE YOU SEND YOUR DRAWINGSA clearer start.
A clearer start.
Fewer unknowns.
Not sure which route to choose? Tell us what the part needs to do and which requirements matter most.
Talk with CKDo I need to choose a process before contacting CK?
No. Send the drawing, quantity and intended use. Our team can review manufacturability, material and finishing requirements with you before recommending a route.
Can I order a single part or a small batch?
Yes. Custom one-off parts, prototypes and low-volume production are part of CK’s service. Availability, cost and lead time are reviewed for the individual project.
Can metal printing and CNC machining be planned together?
Yes. Mark the critical interfaces, tolerances and surfaces on the drawing so machining allowance, tool access and workholding can be reviewed before printing.
Can one enquiry include several parts and different processes?
Yes. You can upload a drawing pack, ZIP file and Excel parts list together. Identify each part and include its quantity, material and finishing requirements in the files.
What files should I send for an engineering review?
Send the 3D model and a dimensioned drawing for critical features, together with quantities and relevant specifications. STEP is useful for machining review; printing files and the preferred format can be discussed with the team.
How are quality and delivery requirements confirmed?
The quotation and project review define the agreed material, finish, inspection scope and lead time. Include any required reports, material documents or delivery constraints with your enquiry.
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