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The First Cut Process
First Cut uses proprietary software running on large-scale computers (2 trillion floating point operations per second) to translate your 3D CAD design into instructions for high speed CNC milling equipment. The result is we can ship small quantities (1–10) of FUNCTIONAL parts very fast — typically within 1–3 business days.
Computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining of parts has been around for decades. But until First Cut came along, the non-recurring engineering required to design the required toolpaths has always limited the ability of the CNC machining process to produce prototype volumes with short lead times.
Well, this is no longer the case. You can now get the responsiveness you’ve come to expect from additive rapid prototyping processes without having to live with their limited material choices or stair-step surface finishes. The parts made by First Cut can be nearly indistinguishable from molded parts, making them a significantly higher quality prototype part.
First Cut has extended its CNC machining process to include aluminum. Parts can now be ordered in 6061-T651 aluminum. Two surface finishes are available: "as machined", or a light bead blast.
If you would like your part quoted in aluminum, please specify in the dropdown menu when you upload your part.
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