MTDCNCLast viewed Apsley Engineering machine this component from the solid block, shown at the end of the clip, to the condition where they can snap it off, in one single operation. There is a short final op to complete the component before sending it off for plating. This is a great example of what you can achieve on a 5 axis and with the Matsuura Mam 72-35V; they run these components literally 24/7. With the precision and the number of operations they can combine into the single op, this means they can offer a very cost-effective solution to their customers. Shorter lead times, greater complexity and accuracy and prices that compete with lower-cost suppliers.
