CAD-2-FAB

Hayward shop offering CNC milling and turning, 3 and 5-axis machining, welding, CAD design and CNC machine repair.

Capabilities

• CNC milling
• CNC turning
• 3 and 5-axis machining
• TIG and MIG welding
• Surface grinding
• CAD design
• CNC repair

Materials

Steel, Stainless steel, Aluminum.

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From CAD Design to Finished Parts in Hayward with CAD-2-FAB

Plenty of people have an idea long before they have a finished drawing. The distance between the two is the reason some buyers look for a shop that can help with design as well as cutting metal. CAD-2-FAB is a Hayward shop listed here for CNC milling and turning, 3 and 5-axis machining, TIG and MIG welding, surface grinding, CAD design and CNC repair, in steel, stainless steel and aluminum. The name itself points to the path from CAD to fabrication. This page explains how that path works and what to prepare for a request.

What CAD design involves

CAD stands for computer aided design. A designer builds a 3D model of the part and produces drawings with dimensions and tolerances. A model can be checked for fit, turned into machine programs and revised easily. If you only have a sketch or a sample, a shop with CAD capability can help turn it into a usable file. Provide as many details as you can, such as sizes, mating parts and how the part is used.

Milling and turning

CNC milling cuts blocks, plates and housings. CNC turning cuts round parts, such as shafts and spacers. The listing also names 3 and 5-axis machining. A 5-axis machine can reach more faces of a part in a single setup, which is helpful for complex shapes.

Welding and grinding

TIG and MIG are two common welding methods. TIG gives a clean, controlled weld on thin or detailed work. MIG is faster for thicker material. Surface grinding uses an abrasive wheel to make a flat surface very smooth and accurate. Many parts are welded, then machined or ground to final size, so these services work well together.

CNC repair

The listing mentions CNC repair. If you run your own CNC machines, a shop with this skill may help with certain mechanical problems. If you need machine repair, describe the make, the symptoms and when the problem started. Repair is a different job from parts making, so include it in a separate request.

Materials

The listing names steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Steel is strong and economical, stainless resists corrosion, and aluminum is light. Name the exact alloy or grade whenever you can.

Working from design to part

• Describe the function of the part first
• Share sketches, photos and measurements
• Say what other parts it must fit
• Ask for comments on cost or ease of manufacture
• Approve the drawing before parts are cut
• Keep the final model for reorders

Prototype first

When a design is new, a prototype helps you find mistakes. Order a small quantity, test it and revise the model. Once the part works, later orders go faster because the program and drawing exist.

What to include in your RFQ

• Drawing, model or detailed sketch
• Material
• Quantity and reorder plans
• Critical tolerances
• Finish
• Whether you need design help, welding or grinding
• Delivery date

Why a local shop is useful here

When design is involved, you may want to sit down with a drawing and a sample. A Hayward shop makes that easier than working only by email.

Costs and how to control them

Design help, machining and welding each add to a price. To keep control, ask for a quote in stages. First ask for a design review, then a prototype, then production. Each stage gives you information for the next. Ask what could make the price change, such as a material swap, a looser tolerance or a different finish. Having these answers early lets you make informed choices about the design before money is spent on parts.

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