CNC Machined 6061-T6 Aluminum Mounting Plate for Automation Equipment

Custom Aluminum CNC Machining for Industrial Automation Applications

This project involved manufacturing a custom CNC machined aluminum mounting plate for an automation equipment application.

The customer provided the 3D CAD model and 2D drawing, and required a stable production solution for a batch of approximately 800 pieces.

The component was machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with an overall size of around 320 × 280 mm. The design includes a large mounting surface, multiple mounting holes, recessed areas, and machined features used for equipment assembly.

After CNC machining, the parts were finished with 150# fine sand blasting and natural anodizing to achieve a consistent industrial appearance and surface protection.

The finished mounting plates were inspected and shipped to the Middle East for integration into automation equipment.

Project Details

Machining Considerations for Large Aluminum Mounting Plates

Although the structure of a mounting plate looks relatively simple, producing consistent parts in quantity requires careful control of the machining process.

For this project, the main considerations were maintaining the stability of the large machined surface and keeping the relationship between mounting holes and machined features consistent.

During CNC machining, the process was planned to reduce the influence of:

• Material stress release
• Clamping pressure
• Heat generated during machining

This helped maintain stable dimensions throughout production.

The critical mounting hole positions were controlled within ±0.1 mm to ensure proper assembly with the customer's equipment.

6061-T6 Aluminum CNC Machining and Surface Finishing

6061-T6 aluminum was selected because it provides a good balance of strength, machinability, and surface finishing performance.

After machining, the parts received:

150# Fine Sand Blasting + Natural Anodizing

The sand blasting process created a uniform matte texture, while natural anodizing improved corrosion resistance and surface durability.

For aluminum components used in industrial equipment, controlling the transition from machining to finishing is important because surface treatment can affect both appearance and final dimensions.

Consistent Production for Automation Equipment Components

For automation equipment parts, the first piece and the last piece need to maintain the same assembly performance.

During production, we focused on:

• Repeatable CNC machining setup
• Stable machining parameters
• Consistent surface finishing
• Final inspection before shipment

This ensured the 800-piece production run maintained consistent quality.

Manufacturing Based on Customer CAD Data

The mounting plates were produced according to customer-provided:

• 3D CAD model
• 2D engineering drawing
• Material requirement
• Surface finish specification

Before production, the engineering team reviewed the part structure and machining requirements to confirm:

• Machining feasibility
• Tool access
• Production sequence
• Finishing requirements

This helped avoid potential issues before mass production started.

Custom CNC Machining Service for Automation Equipment Parts

YS Precision provides custom CNC machining services for customers requiring:

• CNC machined aluminum mounting plates
• Automation equipment components
• Precision mechanical parts
• Custom aluminum CNC machined parts

Our services cover:

• CNC milling
• Aluminum machining
• Precision inspection
• Surface finishing
• Export production support

Custom CNC Machined Aluminum Mounting Plates

If you are looking for a supplier for custom CNC machined aluminum mounting plates or automation equipment components, YS Precision can support your project from drawing review to final delivery.

We work with customer CAD data to provide:

Engineering Review → CNC Machining → Surface Finishing → Inspection → Shipment