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LCW Manufacturing offers a wide variety of high-quality metal materials, including aluminum, brass, copper, steel, and other alloys. These materials meet the diverse requirements of various projects regarding strength, corrosion resistance, and specific physical properties, making them suitable for use in both precision components and large-scale structural parts.

The Advantages of Metallic Materials

LCW has extensive experience in automotive component prototyping and manufacturing, utilizing technologies such as forging and CNC machining to produce automotive components that meet the most stringent validation and testing standards.

Exceptional Strength and Durability

Metallic materials are renowned for their superior mechanical strength and fatigue resistance. This makes metal components the ideal choice for load-bearing and high-impact applications across various industries.

Superior Thermal and Electrical Conductivity

Metals such as aluminum, copper, and brass provide excellent heat and electrical conductivity. These properties are critical for manufacturing reliable components used in electronics, automotive, and power systems.

Precision and Tight Tolerances

The excellent machinability of metals allows for extremely tight tolerances and consistent accuracy during CNC machining. This strict precision is crucial for highly regulated industries like aerospace, medical, and robotics.

Comprehensive Material Selection

Manufacturing with metal supports a broad range of material options to fulfill specific functional needs. Options range from lightweight aluminum alloys to high-strength steel and corrosion-resistant stainless steel.

Versatile Surface Finishes

Metal parts can be easily post-processed using treatments like anodizing, plating, polishing, or powder coating. These finishes offer both enhanced aesthetic appeal and upgraded surface performance.

Cost-Effective Production

Machining metallic parts is highly efficient for both low-volume prototyping and high-volume mass production runs. This operational efficiency helps significantly reduce overall lead times and tooling costs.

Commonly Used Metal Materials

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Aluminum

Brass

Bronze

Copper

Titanium

Magnesium

Zinc

Steel

Aluminum is highly favored in the field of CNC machining due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, excellent corrosion resistance, and ease of processing. It is widely utilized across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
6061	2.7	310-350	275-310	10-17	95	167	23.6
7075	2.81	510-570	430-480	5-11	150	130	23.5
2024	2.78	420-470	290-330	10-15	120	138	23.2
5052	2.68	228-260	193-210	12-20	60	138	23.8
5083	2.66	275-350	125-135	15-20	75	117	24.2
6063	2.7	190-240	150-215	8-12	70	200	23.5

Known for its striking golden aesthetic and relatively soft texture, brass machines beautifully into complex geometries. It offers excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, natural anti-bacterial properties, and high corrosion resistance, making it ideal for plumbing fixtures, electronic connectors, and decorative elements.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
C36000 (Free-Cutting)	8.55	550-700	200-300	20-35	60	120	19.0
C37700 (Casting)	8.5	350-500	150-250	25-40	90	110	20.0
C46400 (Naval)	8.50	510-690	230-300	30-40	110	90	20.5
C22000 (Yellow)	8.50	310-450	120-200	30-40	75	120	21.0
C26000 (Muntz)	8.55	420-600	170-250	30-40	85	120	21.2
C90200 (Red)	8.75	450-550	150-250	15-30	110	90	21.5

Bronze possesses exceptional anti-friction properties, high hardness, and outstanding resistance to wear and corrosion, making it the preferred metal material for demanding applications such as marine hardware, bearings, gears, pumps, and valves.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
C95400 (Aluminum)	7.6-7.8	620-800	250-400	10-25	150	85	18.5
C51000 (Phosphor)	8.9	500-600	200-300	25-30	120	70	19.0
C90700 (Tin)	8.8	400-600	150-250	15-25	100	60	19.5
C93200 (Leaded)	8.5	400-500	200-300	20-30	90	70	20.0
C63000 (Bismuth)	8.7	500-700	250-350	15-30	120	80	20.2

Pure copper is a relatively soft metal characterized by high electrical and thermal conductivity; it readily meets the requirements of high-precision machining and exhibits an excellent surface finish. It is widely utilized in fields such as electronic components and heat sinks.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
C11000 (Electrolytic)	8.92	210-250	50-110	40-50	35-50	398	16.5
C10200 (Oxygen-Free)	8.96	210-250	55-110	40-50	30-45	390	16.7
C12000 (Alloy)	8.96	250-350	80-150	40-60	40-55	380	16.3
C14500 (Phosphorus)	8.92	250-350	100-200	40-50	45-55	370	16.1
C17500 (Beryllium)	8.25	900-1100	600-800	5-15	180-230	120	16.2

Titanium is a premium material renowned for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, high heat resistance, and excellent biocompatibility. It is suitable for applications in fields such as aerospace and automotive.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
Grade 2 (Pure)	4.51	370-550	230-300	20-30	160-200	21.9	8.5
Grade 3	4.50	550-620	480-560	20-25	210-250	21.7	8.5
Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)	4.43	900-1100	800-1000	10-15	330-350	7.6	8.6
Grade 5 ELI	4.43	1000-1200	900-1100	15-18	340-360	7.6	8.6
Grade 23	4.43	860-1000	790-950	15-20	350-375	7.6	8.6

As an ultralight structural metal, magnesium combines excellent machinability, high strength, and exceptional vibration-damping properties, making it the preferred material for lightweight aerospace components, automotive parts, and electronic device housings.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
AZ31B	1.77	230-260	170-200	15-20	60-80	156	26.7
AZ61A	1.78	260-280	210-240	15-20	70-100	156	27.1
ZK60A	1.81	320-350	270-300	20-25	90-120	156	27.5
WE43	1.80	380-400	310-350	18-22	100-130	130	26.0
Elektron 21	1.78	250-300	190-220	20-25	80-100	130	26.5

Thanks to their exceptional performance and corrosion resistance, zinc alloys are frequently used to manufacture complex structural components required by the electronics and automotive industries.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
Zinc 3 (Z3)	6.7	220-270	170-220	5-10	40-70	120	25.0
Zinc 5 (Z5)	6.9	250-280	190-220	10-15	50-90	120	25.2
Zinc 8 (Z8)	6.8	270-300	220-250	15-20	60-100	120	25.3
ZA-12	7.1	380-420	290-330	5-10	85-120	130	25.6
ZA-27	7.2	420-460	330-370	6-12	100-140	130	25.8

With its robust strength, exceptional wear resistance, and excellent machinability, steel occupies a central position in the field of mechanical processing. It has become the material of choice for heavy machinery components and structural support elements.

Model	Density (g/cm³)	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Hardness (Brinell)	Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)	Thermal Expansion (µm/m°C)
1045 (Carbon)	7.85	570-700	370-470	16-20	170	46	11.8
A36 (Structural)	7.85	400-550	250-350	20-25	130	50	11.8
4140 (Alloy)	7.85	680-850	450-635	20-30	207	41	11.5
4340 (Alloy)	7.85	750-930	635-760	12-20	241	45	11.6
Tool Steel	7.85	900-1200	500-1000	5-10	400-700	30	11.0

Applications of Metallic Materials

We leverage advanced CNC machining and forging processes to deliver high-precision metallic components across a wide spectrum of demanding industries. Our customized manufacturing solutions serve the following key sectors:

Automobile

Supplying high-strength, durable metal parts for the automotive sector.

Aerospace

Manufacturing lightweight, precision-engineered components that meet strict aviation standards.

Consumer Electronics

Providing tight-tolerance metal housings and intricate internal parts.

Motorcycle

Producing performance-critical parts built for speed, safety, and endurance.

Metal Material Processing Techniques

LCW offers specialized manufacturing solutions tailored for the industrial machinery sector to ensure top-tier quality at every production stage. We focus on manufacturing robust mechanical equipment components built to rigorous industrial standards.

CNC Machining

We deliver high-precision CNC machining services for a wide variety of mechanical equipment components. By leveraging advanced five-axis milling and automated turning centers, we process high-performance aluminum alloys to manufacture gearbox components with exceptional accuracy and consistent quality.

Forging Machining

Our forging techniques enhance the structural integrity of mechanical equipment components through material compression. This process refines the metal's grain structure to produce crank components that provide superior strength and fatigue resistance when compared to traditional casting alternatives.

Stamping Machining

We offer precision stamping solutions designed for high-volume manufacturing. Utilizing high-tonnage presses and custom molds, we produce mechanical equipment bracket components that ensure both cost-effectiveness and strict consistency for large-scale production runs.

Hot Forging Machining

By heating metals above their recrystallization temperature, our specialized hot forging process yields high-quality components. This method is ideal for creating mechanical equipment drive shaft components that require complex geometries and outstanding structural strength.

Die Forging Machining

Our die forging process is tailored for producing intricate parts, such as steering knuckles and precision gear components for mechanical equipment. This technique provides strict tolerance control and excellent surface finishes, which significantly minimizes the need for secondary machining operations.

Surface Treatment

We provide comprehensive surface treatment options for all mechanical equipment components, including processes like anodizing and electroplating. These treatments apply durable, corrosion-resistant coatings that fully comply with global industry standards.

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No. 1, Jinyuan 3rd Road, Xinqiao Third Industrial Zone, Shajing, Bao'an District, Shenzhen City, 518100

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