CNC Milling Plastic: Precision, Speed, and Flexibility
CNC milling of plastic offers a powerful combination of precision, speed, and flexibility—making it an essential process for producing high-quality plastic components. Whether you’re developing a prototype or manufacturing functional parts for critical applications, CNC milling ensures the accuracy, consistency, and cost-effectiveness modern manufacturers demand.
Although traditionally associated with metalworking, CNC plastic milling is increasingly in demand across industries such as aerospace, medical devices, automotive, and consumer products. Engineering-grade plastics like Acetal (Delrin), PTFE (Teflon), Ertalyte, and nylon can be machined with exceptional accuracy, making this method ideal for tight-tolerance parts, custom enclosures, and functional prototypes.
In contrast to injection moulding—which requires expensive tooling and lengthy setup times—CNC milling is a cost-effective option for low- to mid-volume production. It eliminates the need for moulds or dies, reducing upfront investment and significantly shortening lead times.
At Datco Industries, we specialize exclusively in plastic machining. Our CNC milling equipment ranges from machines with a 1000 x 600 mm working area to large-format mills up to 2440 x 1220 mm. With purpose-built machinery, specialized tooling, and deep expertise in plastic materials, we’re equipped to meet all your precision plastic machining needs.