Technical Toolbox

Learn the standardised approach and best practices for defining threaded holes with our comprehensive guide.

Learn about the process of ultrasonic welding, its advantages/disadvantages and its uses in industry.

Aluminium extrusion tools can cost from £500, but often £2k. Part costs depend on part weight. Find out how quantity and design affect extrusion cost.

Aluminium Die casting tools from £4k, parts costs start from £0.20. Discover how long it takes to produce Aluminium Die Casting parts in different quantities.

Plastic injection moulding costs for tooling, moulded parts, quantities and common material options; all provided with manufacturing lead times. Full analysis.

CNC machining per hour can vary from £10 to £21 in China and around £30 the UK. However, there is much more to consider.

Learn about the many different types of CNC Machines. What each type are good at, and why. From Milling machines to lathes.

A chart with all the information for coarse and fine pitch metric threads (M1-M68) plus the advantages and disadvantages of both coarse and fine pitch threads.

Read more about precision machining with our guide for engineers. Learn how this process works, and its many potential benefits.

An engineer's guide to what geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is, and an overview of a geometric dimensioning and tolerancing chart.

A resource dedicated to detailing ways in which CNC machining costs can be reduced, written by engineers, for engineers.

Find out what is 5 axis CNC machining, benefits and how Get It Made delivers high-quality parts. Dive into the world of 5 axis machining.

In this guide we’ll explore some of the most common CAD formats (STEP, IGES etc.) and which you should choose for CNC Machining

A 'How to' guide to machining square corners when CNC milling. Learn about fillets, dogbones, and how to design parts for CNC machining.

Learn how to reduce the cost of your Injection Moulding project with our helpful Injection Moulding tips and tricks!

Learn more about Injection Moulding in our guide. Discover the anatomy of an Injection Moulding machine and the types of moulding available.

A comprehensive resource, detailing the processes used in order to achieve industry-standard injection moulding surface finishes.

Read about thermoset injection moulding with our guide for engineers. Learn what materials are best used in this process, and its benefits.

Learn more about what is CNC milling machine used for and how does it work. Discover different types of CNC milling machines.

Find out why adding a draft to your injection moulded parts is key and learn how certain features and materials can affect draft angle.

Find out the difference between thermosets and thermoplastics along with the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Read our expert guide on CNC Machining, providing useful insights into the process and the different types available.

Read more about CNC Machining with our guide for Engineers. Learn how to design your metal and plastic parts for the CNC machining process.

Looking to find out how to use CNC machining for manufacturing complex parts? Find out more about the factors you should consider.

Not sure how to find the best CAD software? We explore the various different CAD packages available in 2020 our latest article.

Learn more about the most common injection moulding defects and and how to redesign your parts to avoid them. Get It Made.

How do you choose the right material for your Injection Moulding Project? Learn more about the various plastics used in Injection Moulding.

Learn more about the applications of injection moulding and where you can find injection moulded parts in day to day life.

Discover how to design and manufacture parts for the aerospace and aviation industry using CNC Machining and Milling.

Learn the key differences between additive and subtractive manufacturing. What the benefits of each process and when to use them.

Learn more about Gas Assisted Injection Moulding and the differences between internal and external gas assisted injection moulding.

Learn how to design your parts for Plastic Injection Moulding with our comprehensive how-to guide full of design tips and best practices.

A comprehensive beginner's guide on CNC Milling, explaining what is CNC Milling and all you need to know about the process.

Find out about CNC turning with our introductory guide. Learn about the CNC turning process and when to use CNC turning to produce your parts.

Learn how 5 Axis CNC Machining works, what can be produced and why it is increasingly important manufacturing process.

Tips and Tricks for working with CNC Milling and Machining. Learn best practices from our team of CNC experts. Find out how to design parts for CNC.

In this blog post, our experts take a look at the commonly used metals used within CNC machining and determine the projects each metal are best suited to.

Find out about how to design parts for CNC Machining with our Design Guidelines article, including tolerances, material selection and more!

Learn more about how CNC Machining can be used in the green energy industry and the benefits of using CNC parts within wind, solar and hydro applications.

Read our comprehensive engineer's guide on the history of CNC machining, and its impact on wider manufacturing

earn about the five main types of Stainless Steel and how to choose the right grade for your CNC machining project.

Find out more about how Get It Made use CNC Machining to produce parts for the robotics industry.

Learn more about how CNC Machining and Milling can be utilised in the medical industry. Including PEEK and titanium parts.

A resource detailing the manufacturing process from start to finish, from design to production, from engineer's for engineer's.

Read our comprehensive guide to surface finish symbols, a vital component needed in any engineer's arsenal.

Learn more about electrical discharge machining (EDM) and the various different types of EDM available in our introductory guide.

Read our comprehensive engineer's guide to surface roughness, explaining its associated symbols and the ways it can be measured

Read our comprehensive engineer's guide to Insert moulding, detailing how the process takes place, and its numerous practical applications

Read our engineer's guide on Chemical Material Analysis, the methods by which it can be undertaken, and the importance of its findings.

Read our engineer's resource on Mechanical Material Testing, the common testing methods and what they mean.