Small Batch Production Service

Small batch production enables flexible, scalable manufacturing (10–500 parts) with rapid delivery across multiple processes.

  • High Flexibility: Supports multi-process combinations and fast design adjustments during trial production.
  • Fast Turnaround: Typical delivery time ranges from 3–15 days, depending on complexity and process mix.
  • Cost-Controlled Scaling: Optimized for pilot runs, small-batch sales, and smooth transition to larger volumes.
  • Rapid Prototype
  • ISO 9001:2015
  • Low Volume & Mass Production
Materials

Material for Superior Results

  • Aluminum
    Aluminum is a lightweight, versatile metal widely used in CNC machining for structural and enclosure parts. It offers excellent machinability, good corrosion resistance, and a high strength-to-weight ratio suited for production and prototyping.
    Type
    Aluminum 6061 6061-T6 Aluminum 2024 Aluminum 5052 Aluminum 5083
  • Copper
    Copper is a versatile, high-conductivity metal widely used in CNC machining for electrical and thermal components. Its excellent ductility and corrosion resistance make it suitable for precision parts, fittings, and heat-transfer assemblies.
    Type
    Copper C110 (ETP) Copper C101 (OFE) Copper C102 (OFHC) Copper C145 (Tellurium Copper)
  • Bronze
    Bronze is a family of copper-based alloys, typically copper‑tin or copper‑aluminum, valued for wear resistance and corrosion performance. Its combination of low friction, good machinability, and strength makes it ideal for bearings, gears, marine fittings, and precision CNC components.
    Type
    C93200 (SAE 660) C95400 (Aluminum Bronze) C86300 (Manganese Bronze) C51000 (Phosphor Bronze)
  • Brass
    Brass is a copper–zinc alloy prized for excellent machinability, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. It machines cleanly to tight tolerances and delivers an attractive finish for functional and aesthetic parts.
    Type
    C36000 C26000 C46400 C38500
  • Stainless Steel
    Stainless steel is a corrosion-resistant alloy family used for structural, hygienic, and precision components in industrial manufacturing. Grades vary in strength, heat tolerance, and machinability—select grade and tooling to optimize CNC performance.
    Type
    304 316 303 17-4PH
  • Titanium
    Titanium is a lightweight metal offering a superior strength-to-weight ratio and excellent corrosion resistance for demanding CNC-machined parts. It suits aerospace, medical, and industrial applications but requires optimized tooling and coolant control during machining.
    Type
    Grade 5 Grade 23 Grade 2 Grade 1
  • ABS
    ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a versatile engineering thermoplastic offering excellent toughness, impact resistance, and good machinability for prototyping and production parts. It machines cleanly with sharp tooling, accepts paints and adhesives, and is commonly used for housings, trims, and consumer components, with moderate heat and UV limitations.
    Type
    Standard ABS High-impact ABS Flame-retardant ABS
  • PC
    Polycarbonate (PC) is an impact-resistant engineering thermoplastic with excellent optical clarity, used widely in molded and machined parts. It suits prototypes and production components where toughness, transparency, and dimensional stability are required.
    Type
    Standard PC Optical-Grade PC Flame-Retardant PC
  • PMMA (Acrylic)
    PMMA (acrylic) is a lightweight, rigid thermoplastic known for outstanding optical clarity and good weathering. It machines cleanly, polishes to a high gloss, and suits display, optical, and prototyping applications.
    Type
    Standard PMMA (Acrylic) Transparent PMMA UV-Resistant PMMA
  • POM
    POM (polyoxymethylene) is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic known for stiffness, low friction, and excellent dimensional stability for machined parts. It offers superior machinability and wear resistance for precision components used in industrial and consumer applications.
    Type
    Standard POM (Acetal) Glass-Filled POM Low-Friction POM
  • PA (Nylon)
    PA (Nylon) is a versatile engineering thermoplastic known for toughness, low friction, and excellent wear resistance. It suits CNC machining and injection molding for structural and bearing components but is hygroscopic, so plan for moisture-related dimensional changes.
    Type
    PA6 (Nylon 6) PA66 (Nylon 66) Glass-Filled PA
  • PE
    PE (polyethylene) is a versatile thermoplastic used for molded parts and machined components, available in LDPE, HDPE and UHMW grades. It delivers low friction, excellent chemical resistance and high impact strength for a wide range of manufacturing applications.
    Type
    LDPE HDPE UHMW-PE
  • PEEK
    PEEK (polyether ether ketone) is a high-performance semicrystalline thermoplastic with exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. It offers dimensional stability and low wear for precision CNC machining and demanding manufacturing applications.
    Type
    Unfilled PEEK Glass-Filled PEEK Carbon-Filled PEEK
  • PP
    PP (polypropylene) is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic widely used for CNC machining and injection molding. It combines low density, excellent chemical resistance, low moisture uptake, and good fatigue performance for cost-effective, high-volume parts.
    Type
    Homopolymer PP Copolymer PP Glass-Filled PP
  • HDPE
    HDPE (high-density polyethylene) is a versatile thermoplastic commonly used for CNC machining, molding, and fabricated industrial parts. It provides excellent chemical resistance, low moisture uptake, high impact strength, and straightforward machinability for durable components.
    Type
    Standard HDPE UV-Stabilized HDPE Food-Grade HDPE
  • FR-4
    FR-4 is a glass-reinforced epoxy laminate commonly used as a rigid PCB substrate and electrical insulator. It provides reliable dielectric performance, good mechanical strength, flame retardancy, and is readily machinable for routing and drilling.
    Type
    Standard FR-4 High-Tg FR-4 Halogen-Free FR-4
  • Bakelite
    Bakelite is a thermosetting phenolic resin valued for heat resistance, electrical insulation, and dimensional stability. It is commonly supplied as molded parts, sheets, and machinable blanks; machining requires sharp tooling and conservative feeds due to brittleness.
    Type
    Paper-Based Bakelite Fabric-Based Bakelite Glass-Filled Phenolic
  • HIPS
    High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) is a low-cost, easily fabricated thermoplastic with improved impact resistance compared to general polystyrene. It machines cleanly, thermoforms and injection molds well, and accepts paints, adhesives and printing for production parts and prototypes.
    Type
    Standard HIPS Sheet-Grade HIPS High-Gloss HIPS 6061-T6
  • LDPE
    LDPE (low-density polyethylene) is a flexible, low-density thermoplastic with excellent chemical resistance and impact toughness. Commonly processed by extrusion, blow and injection molding, LDPE can also be CNC routed or fabricated for lightweight, corrosion-resistant components.
    Type
    Standard LDPE Film-Grade LDPE Extrusion-Grade LDPE
  • PBT
    PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) is a semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic offering excellent dimensional stability, mechanical strength, and electrical insulation. It molds and machines well, with glass-filled and flame-retardant grades available for heat-resistant automotive, electrical, and consumer components.
    Type
    Standard PBT Glass-Filled PBT Flame-Retardant PBT
  • PPA
    Polyphthalamide (PPA) is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic with superior heat, chemical and oil resistance compared with standard nylons. It supports precision injection molding and CNC machining while maintaining dimensional stability and long-term strength.
    Type
    Standard PPA Glass-Filled PPA Flame-Retardant PPA
  • PAI
    Polyamide-imide (PAI) is an ultra-high-performance thermoplastic that delivers exceptional mechanical strength, stiffness and wear resistance at elevated temperatures. It machines well and retains dimensional stability for precision components that require continuous service up to approximately 260°C.
    Type
    Standard PAI Glass-Filled PAI Wear-Grade PAI
  • PTFE (Teflon)
    PTFE (Teflon) is a high-performance fluoropolymer prized for ultra-low friction, wide temperature stability, and outstanding chemical resistance. It is commonly CNC-machined into seals, bearings, electrical insulators, and corrosion-resistant components; filled grades improve wear and dimensional stability.
    Type
    Virgin PTFE Carbon-Filled PTFE
  • PVC
    Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a versatile thermoplastic available in rigid and flexible grades, offering strong chemical resistance, flame retardancy, and good dimensional stability. It machines well with standard tooling, bonds and welds readily, and provides a cost-effective option for piping, jacketing, and fabricated components.
    Type
    Rigid PVC (uPVC) Flexible PVC CPVC
  • PS
    Polystyrene (PS) is an amorphous, low-cost thermoplastic commonly used for injection molding, thermoforming, and prototyping. It provides excellent surface finish and dimensional stability, with limited heat and chemical resistance.
    Type
    General Purpose PS (GPPS) High Impact PS (HIPS) Expandable PS (EPS)
  • PPS
    Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) is a high-performance semicrystalline thermoplastic offering excellent thermal, chemical, and dimensional stability for demanding applications. It is widely used in injection molding and can be CNC machined from rod or plate for precision prototypes and low-volume parts.
    Type
    Unfilled PPS Glass-Filled PPS Mineral-Filled PPS
  • PET
    Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic offering high stiffness, dimensional stability, and strong chemical resistance. It is widely used in injection molding, extrusion, and CNC machining for structural, electrical, and food-contact components.
    Type
    Unfilled PET Glass-Filled PET Recycled PET (rPET)
Surface finish

Surface Finishing for Custom Parts

Flexible Small Batch Manufacturing for Rapid Production

Small batch production combines multiple manufacturing technologies to meet low- to medium-volume requirements while maintaining flexibility in design and scheduling.

By selecting suitable processes and surface finishes, small batch manufacturing enables fast delivery, controlled costs, and reliable quality for trial production and early-stage sales.

  • Production volumes from 10–500 pcs
  • Delivery time typically 3–15 days
  • Supports multi-process combinations
  • Suitable for pilot runs and trial production
  • Scalable toward mass production
Capabilities

Capabilities for Small Batch Production

General Tolerances Metals: Conforming to ISO 2768-m standards;
Plastics: Conforming to ISO 2768-c standards.
Precision Tolerances RuoChen Precision can manufacture and inspect parts to your exact specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements. We are capable of achieving tolerances as tight as +/- 0.001 inches.
Minimum Wall Thickness 0.5mm – enabling intricate designs and lightweight structures without compromising strength.
Minimum End Mill Size 0.5mm – perfect for producing fine details in complex geometries.
Minimum Drill Size 1mm – ensuring precision hole-making for various applications.
Maximum Part Size CNC Milling: Up to 4000×1500×600 mm;
CNC Turning: Up to 200×500 mm
Minimum Part Size CNC Milling: As small as 5×5×5 mm;
CNC Turning: Down to 2×2 mm
Production Volume Prototyping: 1-100 pcs;
Low volume: 101-10,000 pcs;
High volume: Above 10,001 pcs.
Lead Time Standard Projects: 5 business days; Simple Parts: 1 day
process

Small Batch Production Process

Small batch production follows a flexible manufacturing workflow that integrates multiple processes, ensuring fast turnaround, consistent quality, and adaptability to design changes.

  • Design Review & Process Selection

    Review drawings and select suitable manufacturing processes based on part geometry, material, and quantity.

    01
  • Prototype & Trial Manufacturing

    Produce initial samples using selected processes for functional and fit verification.

    02
  • Small Batch Production

    Proceed with batch manufacturing while monitoring quality and dimensional consistency.

    03
  • Surface Finishing

    Apply required surface treatments to meet functional and appearance requirements.

    04
  • Inspection & Delivery

    Inspect finished parts and arrange packaging and delivery within the agreed lead time.

    05

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about small batch production, including volume range, lead time, materials, and process flexibility.

What production quantities does small batch production support?
Typical quantities range from 10 to 500 parts, with scalability to larger volumes when required.
What is the standard lead time?
Standard projects are completed within 5–10 business days, depending on process complexity.
Can multiple processes be combined in one order?
Yes. Small batch production supports flexible combinations of CNC machining, 3D printing, vacuum casting, and sheet metal fabrication.
What Is The Production Cycle?
Plan roughly half the final thickness as outward growth on external features and the same amount as inward growth on internal features. For tight bores/threads, mask or post-machine.
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