Introduction to Micro-Hole Machining
Micro-hole machining is an advanced precision manufacturing technique engineered to produce extremely small aperture structures. Utilizing high-speed rotational cutting tools and advanced thermal-controlled processes, it consistently maintains strict dimensional tolerances and precise geometric hole positioning across various metals and engineering plastics. This technology is critical to ensuring optimal microfluidic, gas transmission, and wafer vacuum suction performance. Common applications and features include semiconductor vacuum chuck micro-holes, medical injection and airflow micro-holes, precision dispensing nozzles, and aerospace filtration or cooling micro-holes.
Utilizing advanced CNC infrastructure and sophisticated cutting technology, MCPi specializes in high-difficulty micro-hole fabrication across varied complex components. Through strict tolerance and process control, we deliver five core capabilities:
- Micro-Aperture Drilling: Consistently executing extremely small diameter drilling with micron-level geometric tolerances.
- Complex Geometrical Machining: Leveraging multi-axis technology to precisely machine angled holes, blind micro-holes, and cross-drilling.
- Bespoke Machining Services: Engineering custom manufacturing processes tailored to specialty exotic materials and design configurations.
- Multi-Hole High-Density Processing: Machining thousands of high-density micro-holes on a single workpiece with absolute batch consistency.
- Prototyping & Scaleup Production: Providing rapid prototype verification for R&D phases, fully backed by high-yield capacities for volume production.
| Drill diameter (D) | Recommended RPM (n) | Feed per revolution (f) [mm/rev] | Peck depth (Q) | Recommended Spindle Run-out |
| 0.05 mm | 80,000 ~ 120,000 | 0.0005 ~ 0.001 | 1mm | <0.001 mm |
| 0.10 mm | 60,000 ~ 90,000 | 0.001 ~ 0.003 | 2mm~3mm | <0.002 mm |
| 0.20 mm | 40,000 ~ 60,000 | 0.003 ~ 0.006 | 4mm | <0.003 mm |
| 0.30 mm | 30,000 ~ 45,000 | 0.005 ~ 0.010 | 6mm | <0.003 mm |
| 0.50 mm | 20,000 ~ 30,000 | 0.010 ~ 0.020 | 7mm | <0.005 mm |
| Material Category | Common Specific Grades (Designation) |
| Carbon Steel | S15C, S20C, S45C, S50C, SS400 |
| Alloy Steel | SCM415, SCM440, SNCM439 |
| Tool Steel | SKD11, SKD61, NAK80, SKH51 (High-Speed Steel) |
| Stainless Steel | SUS304, SUS316 (Austenitic), SUS420, 440C (Martensitic), SUS630 (Precipitation Hardening) |
| Aluminum | 2014, 5052, 6061, 7075 (Aerospace Aluminum), ADC12 |
| Copper | C3604 (Brass), C1100 (Pure Copper), Beryllium Copper, Bronze |
| Titanium | Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5), Pure Titanium (Grade 2) |
| Superalloy | Inconel 718, Monel, Hastelloy |
| Plastics | PEEK, POM (Acetal), Teflon, MC Nylon, Acrylic (PMMA) |
| Others | FR4 (Fiberglass), Carbon Fiber (CFRP), Cast Iron (FC/FCD) |
- Superior Cross-Batch Repeatability: Leveraging mature process monitoring and strict operational controls, we guarantee high repeatability and long-term consistent geometric tolerances across all custom components.
- Flexible Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Optimization: Tailored to your specific aperture designs and real-world conditions, we provide expert DFM consulting and bespoke machining configurations to satisfy complex engineering demands.
- Seamless Bridge from Prototyping to Volume Production: Delivering consistent technical support from rapid prototyping and engineering validation to mass volume manufacturing, we assist clients in drastically accelerating product development timelines.
- Aerospace-Grade Quality Management System: Armed with standard verification protocols, complete history tracking, and high-precision optical inspection fleets, we ensure every micro-hole component perfectly satisfies stringent international industry specifications.
Choosing MCPi brings a strategic manufacturing partner into your high-end projects. Beyond standard contract manufacturing, we transform our deep engineering expertise and advanced machining infrastructure into a core supply chain asset that empowers you to capture elite sectors like semiconductor, aerospace, and medical devices. Through mature process control and high-value-added manufacturing schemes, we actively assist clients to maximize product performance, drastically optimize production efficiency, and secure an absolute competitive edge in the challenging global marketplace.
