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Pithagoris offers fast, reliable CNC machining from our UK-based shop. We prioritise short lead times as standard, not as an upsell, and keep you updated throughout the job so you always know where your order stands.

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Capabilities

CNC Machining at Pithagoris

We specialise in precision CNC milling and turning for engineers and buyers who need parts done right. We work on both one-off prototypes and low-volume production runs, and we take on complex, tight-tolerance jobs that many larger shops turn away. Every job gets the same level of care, clear communication, no surprises, and parts that meet spec.

±0.020mm CNC milled part
CNC Milling · 3, 4 & 5-axis
3, 4 & 5-axis milling for prismatic and complex parts · Fast lead times available
±0.010mm CNC turned part
CNC Turning · live tooling
Aluminium, stainless, mild steel, brass, copper & plastics · Live tooling available
Partners Finished machined parts
Surface finishing
Anodising, bead blasting, polishing, passivation & more
Milling

CNC Milling at Pithagoris

CNC milling is a subtractive machining process where a rotating cutting tool removes material from a solid block to create the required geometry. Pithagoris operates 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis milling centres, allowing us to produce everything from simple prismatic parts to highly complex geometries and undercuts, all in-house, in the UK.

Our 5-axis capability means complex parts can often be completed in a single setup, reducing lead time and improving accuracy.

Tolerance: typically to ±0.020mm
Materials: aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, brass, copper, and engineering plastics
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Turning

CNC Turning at Pithagoris

CNC turning uses a stationary cutting tool against a rotating workpiece to produce precise cylindrical components, shafts, bushings, fittings, and multi-feature rotational parts. Pithagoris’ turning capability includes live tooling, allowing cross-drilled holes, milled flats, and other features to be added without a second operation.

Diameters: from 3mm to 300mm
Tolerance: typically to ±0.010mm
Materials: the same range as our milling service
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Finishing

Surface finishing at Pithagoris

CNC machining produces parts with excellent dimensional accuracy, but surface finish requirements vary by application. Pithagoris offers a range of post-machining finishes via our trusted partner network, all quoted and managed as part of your order.

Available finishes: anodising (type II and type III), bead blasting, polishing, passivation, powder coating, zinc and nickel plating, chromate conversion coating, and laser marking. Discuss your requirements when you enquire.
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A selection of CNC machined parts

A small selection of precision CNC machined prototypes and production parts we’ve made for customers across robotics, aerospace R&D, electronics, and general engineering.

CNC machined Aluminium 6061 part
Aluminium 6061
CNC machined PEEK part
PEEK
CNC machined Aluminium 7075 part
Aluminium 7075
CNC machined Stainless Steel 316 part
Stainless Steel 316
Finishes

CNC machining surface finishes

We offer a range of post-machining surface finishes via our trusted partner network, quoted per job.

Ra 3.2μmAs machined finish
As machined
(Ra 3.2μm / Ra 126μin) · See Details
Ra 1.6μmSmooth machining finish
Smooth machining
(Ra 1.6μm / Ra 63μin) · See Details
Ra 0.8μmFine machining finish
Fine machining
(Ra 0.8μm / Ra 32μin) · See Details
Ra 0.8μmPolished finish
Polishing
(Ra 0.8μm / Ra 32μin) · See Details
Ra 1.2μmBrushed finish
Brushed
(Ra 1.2μm / Ra 47μin) · See Details
Bead blasted finish
Bead blasted
Powder coated finish
Powder coated
Black oxide finish
Black oxide
Ra 1.2μmElectroless nickel plating
Electroless Nickel Plating
(Ra 1.2μm / Ra 47μin) · See Details
Bead blasted with chromate conversion coating
Bead Blasted + Chromate Conversion Coating
HardcoatBead blasted and anodized type III
Bead Blasted + Anodized type III
(Hardcoat) · See Details
GlossyBead blasted and anodized type II glossy
Bead Blasted + Anodized type II
(Glossy) · See Details
As machined and anodized type II
As machined + Anodized type II
Brushed and anodized type II
Brushed + Anodized type II
MatteBead blasted and anodized type II matte
Bead blasted + Anodized type II
(Matte) · See Details
HardcoatAs machined and anodized type III
As machined + Anodized type III
(Hardcoat) · See Details
Ra 0.8μmBrushed and electropolished
Brushed + Electropolished
(Ra 0.8μm / Ra 32μin) · See Details
Chromate conversion coating
Chromate Conversion Coating
Online quoting

Instant, online CNC quotes

Upload your CAD file and get a real price in minutes. Pricing updates in real time as you adjust material, lead time, and quantity, no waiting days for a callback.

  • Upload a CAD to start (STEP, STP, IGES, IGS, SLDPRT)
  • Price updates in real time as you adjust material, lead time & quantity
  • No hidden costs: what you see is what you pay
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Process

How to work with us

1. Upload your CAD fileSend us your STEP, STP, IGES, or SLDPRT files via the instant quote tool or directly by email
2. Configure your orderChoose material, finish, and quantity, pricing updates in real time as you adjust
3. Get your quoteReceive an accurate price instantly, or we’ll come back to you on complex parts
4. Machining beginsOnce confirmed, we start your job and keep you updated throughout, no radio silence
5. Quality checkEvery part is inspected before it leaves. If anything needs discussing, we’ll flag it proactively
Reviews

What our customers say about Pithagoris

Engineers, buyers, and R&D teams who rely on us for precision CNC machining.

“Fast turnaround, great communication throughout, and the parts were exactly to spec. Will definitely be using Pithagoris again.”

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Mechanical EngineerRobotics Startup

“We needed a complex aluminium prototype quickly. Pithagoris flagged a potential issue with our drawing before machining, saved us a lot of time.”

R
R&D EngineerStainless Steel 316, CNC Milling

“Excellent surface finish and tight tolerances held perfectly. The team is responsive and easy to deal with.”

B
BuyerElectronics Manufacturer, Aluminium 6061

“Reliable, professional, and genuinely helpful on a tricky 5-axis job. Exactly the kind of supplier you want for prototype work.”

D
Design EngineerAerospace R&D, Aluminium 7075

“Good pricing, fast delivery, and the parts were perfect. We’ve made Pithagoris our go-to CNC supplier.”

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Production ManagerAutomotive, Mild Steel

“Turned around a batch of brass fittings in 3 days. Great quality and really straightforward to deal with.”

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EngineerGeneral Engineering, Brass CZ121

“The communication alone sets Pithagoris apart. You always know what’s happening with your job.”

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Technical DirectorMedical Devices

“Competitive pricing, no nonsense, and parts that come out exactly right. Would recommend to any engineer needing precision CNC work.”

M
Mechanical EngineerIndustrial Automation, Stainless 303

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Quality

Consistent quality, every time

At Pithagoris, quality isn’t a checkbox; it’s how we work. Every part is dimensionally checked before despatch, and we hold ourselves to the same standards whether it’s a one-off prototype or a repeat production order.

Quoting

Instant online quoting

Upload your CAD and get a real price in minutes, with full pricing transparency upfront

Inspection

Pithagoris

Every order is inspected and held to our internal quality standards before it leaves the shop

Capabilities

Flexible capabilities

3, 4 & 5-axis milling, CNC turning, and a range of post-processing finishes via trusted partners

Prototype to production

From rapid prototyping to production

Rapid prototyping of CNC parts
Prototypes

Rapid prototyping

We accelerate prototype development cycles by removing the usual delays, instant quotes, fast machining, and clear communication mean you move quickly from design to part:

  • Instant online quotes
  • DFM feedback on request
  • Direct communication throughout
  • Fast UK delivery

Our instant quote tool removes the usual back-and-forth. Upload your file, configure your spec, and get a real price immediately. For prototypes with unusual geometry or tight tolerances, just get in touch first, we’re happy to talk it through.

Production

Production runs

For repeat and production orders, we maintain identical specs across every batch, consistent tolerances, consistent finish, consistent lead times:

  • Consistent specs across every batch
  • Proactive communication if anything needs discussing
  • Quality inspection before despatch

For repeat production orders, we maintain consistent specs, materials, and finishes across every batch. We get to know your parts over time, which means fewer queries and faster turnarounds on repeat jobs.

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Production run of CNC machined parts
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How we compare to traditional CNC machine shops

Pithagoris is a focused CNC machining shop, not a marketplace, not a broker. Here’s what that means for you:

No middlemenWe machine parts directly in our UK shop, no brokering, no middlemen.
Instant quotesInstant quotes on most parts, and fast responses on anything more complex.
No minimum orderNo minimum order quantity, single prototypes welcome.
We scale with youFrom quick-turn prototypes to repeat production orders. Tight tolerances are standard, not an upsell.

We machine custom parts for customers in multiple industries: aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, hardware startups, industrial automation, machinery, manufacturing, medical devices, oil & gas and robotics.

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How do you start CNC machining parts with Pithagoris?

Pithagoris offers precision CNC milling (3, 4 & 5-axis) and CNC turning for prototypes and production parts. You can upload your STEP or IGES file directly to our instant quote tool, configure your material, finish, and quantity, and get a real price in minutes. For more complex parts, just send us your files and we’ll come back to you directly.

How does Pithagoris’ CNC machining service work?

CNC machining is a subtractive manufacturing process where material is removed from a solid block using computer-controlled cutting tools. It’s the most reliable method for producing tight-tolerance custom metal and plastic parts, from simple turned components to complex 5-axis geometries. At Pithagoris, we operate our own machines in the UK and handle every job directly.

Precision CNC machining, handled in-house

Pithagoris operates 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling centres alongside CNC turning equipment. We work with aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, brass, copper, and engineering plastics. Tight tolerances are standard, typically ±0.01mm depending on part geometry and material. Post-processing finishes including anodising, bead blasting, passivation, and laser marking are available via our trusted partner network.

FAQ

FAQs about our CNC machining service

What tolerance standards do you hold?

Our standard tolerance is ISO 2768-m (medium) for metal parts and ISO 2768-c (coarse) for plastics. For tighter requirements, we routinely hold tolerances to ±0.01mm depending on part geometry and material. If your drawing specifies tolerances, we machine to them. If not, we’ll confirm what’s achievable for your specific part before we start.

What are your minimum and maximum part sizes?

For CNC milling, we can machine parts from small detailed components up to approximately 600 x 400 x 300mm on our 5-axis centres. For CNC turning, we handle diameters from 3mm up to 300mm. If your part falls outside these ranges, get in touch and we’ll advise on options.

What surface finish do parts come with as standard?

As standard, all parts are deburred and edge-broken. Surface roughness is typically Ra 1.6–3.2μm as machined. If you need a specific cosmetic standard or a controlled surface finish, specify this on your drawing or enquiry and we’ll quote accordingly.

How is your CNC machining priced?

For standard parts, you can get an instant online quote by uploading your CAD file to our quoting tool. Pricing is based on machining time, material, setup, and any finishing required. For complex or multi-operation parts, we’ll review your files and come back with a detailed quote promptly. There are no hidden costs, what you’re quoted is what you pay.

How can I reduce the cost of my machined parts?

The main cost drivers in CNC machining are machining time, material choice, setup complexity, and tight tolerances. Design tips that reduce cost include: minimising the number of setups required, avoiding unnecessarily tight tolerances on non-critical features, choosing standard material stock sizes, and keeping internal corners as large as possible. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to advise on DFM before you commit to a design.

Do you work directly or through a network of shops?

We machine your parts directly at Pithagoris in the UK. We don’t broker jobs to third-party factories. That means you always know who is making your parts, and we take full accountability for quality and lead time.

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