ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) material is one of the most widely used plastics in the field of plastic prototype CNC machining.

Here are some reasons why ABS is a popular choice for plastic prototypes:

Mechanical Properties:
ABS is a relatively strong, rigid, and impact-resistant material, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
It has a good balance of stiffness, toughness, and dimensional stability, which are important for functional prototypes.

Machinability:
ABS is easy to machine using CNC technology, allowing for the creation of intricate and precise parts.
It can be machined at high speeds without excessive tool wear, resulting in efficient prototype production.

Finishing and Post-Processing:
ABS parts can be easily post-processed, including sanding, painting, and finishing, to achieve desired surface appearances.
The material can also be glued, welded, or joined using various techniques, enabling the assembly of complex prototype assemblies.

Availability and Cost-Effectiveness:
ABS is a widely available and cost-effective thermoplastic material, making it accessible for prototype development.
The material is relatively inexpensive compared to some other engineering plastics, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious projects.

Design Flexibility:
ABS can be easily molded, extruded, or machined, allowing for the creation of a wide range of prototype geometries and shapes.
Its versatility enables designers and engineers to explore various design concepts without significant cost or time constraints.

Compatibility with Rapid Prototyping Technologies:
ABS is commonly used in additive manufacturing (3D printing) processes, such as FDM/FFF, which can be combined with CNC machining to create hybrid prototypes.

Overall, the combination of favorable material properties, machinability, and cost-effectiveness makes ABS a go-to choice for plastic prototype CNC machining across many industries, including automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, and beyond.

Metalstar specializes in providing quick quality sheet metal stamping prototypes, CNC aluminum machining and CNC steel machining parts. With our industrial experience accumulation for more than 20 years, we have the capacity to supply 1 to 5000+ high quality sheet metal stamping parts, CNC machining parts or other customized parts for you from 5 to 30 days at competitive price.

WHO WE ARE
Metalstar Prototype was established in 2003 in Guangzhou city of China. We specializes in providing prototyping stamping, CNC machining (covers CNC aluminum, CNC steel and CNC plastic parts), hardware customization service and provide relevant surface finishing options in variety. With our industrial experience for more than 20 years, we have the capacity to supply 1 to 5000+ high quality prototype stamping parts, CNC machining parts or custom hardware for you from 5 to 30 days at competitive price.

Our factory locates in the most famous area of China for supplying high quality prototype stamping parts, CNC machining parts and custom hardware. Our 58000-square foot workshop equips the equipment and devices to turn your innovative ideas into practical solutions. For more than 20 years, Metalstar prototype team has earned a reputation for providing quick quality custom parts to industries throughout Guangdong province, the whole China, and internationally.

OUR MISSION & GOAL
Our mission is to build a factory that all Metalstar people can be proud of. To employ the best talents, acquire the most advanced technologies, and use the world’s most efficient manufacturing techniques to bring to our customers a unique and refreshing cooperation experience.

Our goal is always being a trusted partner, to establish long-term partnership with our customers. Whether you require a prototype, a small batch of custom parts or a large-scale production run, you can count on Metalstar prototype to be your reliable, responsive, and innovative partner.

OUR VALUES & CHANT
We wrote this chant to help remind all our employees that the key principles of manufacturing that he considers core to an efficient and well run factory.

1. How do we become more efficient and satisfy our customers?

2. Plan, Plan, Plan; Team, Team, Team.

3. Think lean, act large and strive to be better.

4. Practise promise, do what we said we would do.

5. Get it right, first time, every time.