CNC Turning Services

High-precision CNC turning for round and cylindrical components with threads, grooves, and more.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

ISO 9001:2015

Made in Canada

Made in Canada

40+

Years of Experience

5K+

Satisfied Customers

Overview

Pearson Manufacturing provides access to CNC turning services for round and cylindrical parts requiring high accuracy and repeatability. Some projects are turned at our Ontario facility, while others are fulfilled through our trusted Canadian machining partners.

⚠️ Hybrid fulfillment: Pearson coordinates turning jobs both in-house and through external partners—based on geometry, timing, and production scale.

CNC Turning Lathe

Quick Specs

Technologies
CNC lathes, live tooling, sub-spindle; Swiss-type & mill-turn via partners
Standard Tolerance
Metals ±0.005″; Plastics ±0.010″ (tighter by request)
Tight Tolerance (review)
Down to ~±0.001″ (0.025 mm), geometry-dependent
Surface Finish
Typical ~1.6–0.8 µm Ra; finer achievable with process control
ProcessBest ForThroughputNotes
CNC TurningShafts, bushings, ringsVery HighBest roundness & throughput for cylindrical parts
Live-Tool TurningCross/axial holes, flats, keywaysHighEliminates secondary ops on many features
Swiss-Type (via partners)Small, long/skinny partsVery HighSuperior support for slender features
Mill-Turn (coordinated)Mixed round + prismaticHighComplex parts with fewer setups

CNC Turning Capabilities

  • Live tooling and multi-axis turning centers (cross/axial drilling, milling, and slots)
  • External/internal threading (UNC/UNF/metric), grooving, boring, and reaming
  • Precision shafts, pins, spacers, sleeves, and custom adapters
  • Concentricity/runout control with collet/chuck workholding strategies
  • Process development and in-process gauging for repeatable production
  • Inspection reports and FAIR/FAI available on request
  • Post-machining finishing & light assembly coordinated end-to-end
Turned Shaft
Precision Shafts
Threaded Part
Threading & Grooving

Supported Materials

We offer CNC turning for a broad range of materials—fulfilled either in-house or through our Canadian partners:

  • Aluminum: 6061-T6, 7075-T6
  • Stainless: 303, 304, 316/316L, 17-4 PH
  • Steels: 1018, 1045, 4140/4140HT
  • Brass & copper alloys
  • Plastics: Acetal (Delrin/POM), Nylon, PTFE, UHMW
  • Titanium & others by request

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

  • Prefer generous fillet/chamfer lead-ins for threads and bearing journals to reduce burrs and tool wear.
  • Call out critical runout (e.g., TIR) and concentricity only where function requires—keep secondary features at standard tolerances.
  • For deep internal bores, include reliefs and realistic surface finish specs to avoid chatter and rework.
  • Specify standard thread series (UNC/UNF/metric) and include thread depth/class; add undercuts/reliefs where appropriate.
  • Avoid extremely thin walls on long, slender parts; Swiss-type routing via partners may be recommended.
  • Provide STEP/IGES + PDF with datums, GD&T where needed, and any balance/weight constraints.

We’ll review your CAD/drawing and confirm achievable specs with the fastest viable routing (in-house or partner) before kickoff.

Typical Applications

  • Axles, spindles, and bearing journals
  • Hydraulic/pneumatic fittings and manifolds
  • Threaded connectors, adapters, and couplings
  • Custom bushings, rings, and collars
  • Automotive, medical, and aerospace hardware
  • Fixture details and precision pins

CNC Turning FAQs

How fast can you quote CNC turned parts?

Same business day for most RFQs. Upload STEP/IGES and a PDF with threads, tolerances, and quantity—go to the Quote page and we’ll confirm routing (in-house or partner) and lead time.

Can you sign an NDA before I share drawings?

Yes—mutual NDAs are standard. Upload your NDA on the Quote page or request our template and we’ll countersign prior to review.

What tolerances and finishes can you achieve?

Commercial tolerances are typically ±0.005″ (metals) and ±0.010″ (plastics). Tighter specs (e.g., ~±0.001″) and finer finishes are often achievable after engineering review of geometry and inspection plan.

What’s the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

No strict MOQ—single prototypes through production lots (10,000+). For recurring parts, we can quote price breaks and stocking options.

Do you provide inspection reports or FAIs?

Yes. We can include dimensional reports, FAIR/FAI, material certs, and certificates of conformance on request.

Can you handle material sourcing and finishing?

Absolutely. We can source material or machine customer-supplied stock, and coordinate anodize, passivation, black oxide, and more so parts arrive line-ready.

What if I need parts urgently?

Tell us your required date in the RFQ—rush slots are available based on capacity. We’ll propose the fastest viable routing and shipping method.

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