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Aerospace CNC Machining — Flight-critical parts to ±0.001 mm

Ginwate is a Tier-2/Tier-3 CNC machining supplier to Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Leonardo, Safran, and HAL subcontractors. We deliver titanium, Inconel, and high-strength aluminum parts with full material traceability, AS9102 First Article Inspection reports, and EN 9100-compliant documentation.

Industry challenges

What aerospace structural and propulsion sub-suppliers actually need

The pain points we hear from real customers in this segment — sorted by frequency. If two or more of these resonate with you, we should talk.

Pain #1

Zero-defect tolerance under FAA / EASA scrutiny

A single out-of-spec part can ground an aircraft, void an airworthiness certificate, or trigger a costly customer rework cycle. Aerospace buyers cannot afford a 'mostly good' supplier.

Pain #2

Material traceability from melt to part

Every component must trace back to its melt lot, with full certifications matching the customer's drawing-called material spec. Lost or ambiguous documentation kills the order.

Pain #3

Complex 5-axis geometry on hard materials

Titanium Ti-6Al-4V and Inconel 718 are notoriously difficult to machine. Tool wear, work-hardening, and deflection all compound on aerospace tolerances ±0.005 mm or tighter.

Pain #4

Tight delivery windows from prototype to qualification

MRO and program teams cannot wait 12 weeks for prototype iterations. Tooling delays cascade through the production schedule.

Pain #5

Cost pressure vs. Western suppliers without quality compromise

China sourcing must beat Western pricing by 30-50% to justify the supply chain risk — but only if quality, paperwork, and on-time delivery match a domestic Tier-1 supplier.

Pain #6

Export-control and ITAR-sensitive documentation handling

Customers need confidence that their CAD files, BOMs, and process documentation are handled per ITAR/EAR rules, including controlled access and non-disclosure enforcement.

Why Ginwate

How we solve those problems

Direct mapping from challenge → capability. Every claim verifiable.

1

18 DMG MORI / Mazak 5-axis centers + 8 wire EDM machines

Real capacity for complex titanium and Inconel geometry. We run aerospace work in dedicated cells with controlled coolant temperature and zero contamination risk between jobs.

2

Full EN 10204 3.1 material certification standard

Every aerospace order includes melt-lot traceability, chemical composition analysis, mechanical properties (UTS, yield, elongation), and heat treatment records. AS9102 FAI reports on first production run.

3

EN 9100 / AS9100-compliant process documentation

We can supply documentation packages that match AS9100 quality management requirements — internal audits, calibration records, non-conformance tracking, supplier rating data. We're not AS9100-certified ourselves but our Tier-1 customers' audits have validated the process maturity.

4

Counterfeit parts prevention per AS5553

Material sourced only from named primary mills (RTI, ATI, VSMPO for titanium; PCC Metals for Inconel). Full chain-of-custody. No 'mystery metal' from secondary brokers.

5

Engineering review on every quote

A dedicated aerospace engineering reviewer flags DFM concerns, suggests alternate processes, and validates that the print is producible at the target tolerance before quote. No surprises after PO.

6

Controlled IP environment

Dedicated server with access logging for aerospace CAD files. Drawings supplied to machine operators with material list, BOM, and customer name redacted. NDA on file before any technical detail exchange.

Key materials

Materials we work with for this industry

Titanium Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5)

Workhorse aerospace alloy — high strength-to-weight, corrosion resistance, fatigue resistance up to 400°C. Used for structural brackets, fasteners, hydraulic components.

Titanium Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Grade 23)

Lower interstitial content for fracture-critical applications. Higher ductility, better cryogenic toughness — used for safety-critical brackets and fittings.

Inconel 625 / 718

Nickel superalloys for hot-section components — engine mounts, turbine fixtures, exhaust hardware. Resists oxidation to 900°C+.

7075-T651 Aluminum

Highest-strength aluminum alloy for structural airframe components. Better strength-to-weight than 2024-T351 for most aerospace structures.

PEEK (medical/aerospace grade)

High-temp polymer for hydraulic seals, electrical insulators, cable cleats. Outgassing-controlled grades available for satellite applications.

Stainless Steel 17-4 PH / 15-5 PH

Precipitation-hardening stainless for high-strength, corrosion-resistant aerospace fittings. Aging temperatures controlled per AMS specs.

Key processes

Processes & equipment

5-axis CNC milling (DMG MORI DMU 80, Mazak VARIAXIS)

Complex impellers, structural brackets, blade fixtures — single setup eliminates re-fixturing tolerance stack-up.

Wire EDM (Sodick, Mitsubishi)

Internal features < R 0.2 mm, hardened-material slots, complex profiles unreachable by milling cutters.

Swiss-type CNC turning (Citizen L20/L25/L32)

High-precision small-diameter components: connector pins, hydraulic fittings, sensor housings up to Ø 32 mm.

Surface grinding (precision flat & cylindrical)

Ra 0.1 µm finish, ±0.001 mm dimensional control on hardened components and tooling.

Passivation per ASTM A967 / AMS 2700

Citric acid passivation for stainless aerospace parts. Removes free iron, prevents corrosion.

Heat treatment + cryogenic stress relief

Solution annealing, aging, sub-zero stabilization for titanium and PH stainless. Hardness verified per AMS specs.

Standards & certifications

Compliance you can audit

Specific standards relevant to Aerospace, with the why behind each.

EN 9100 / AS9100 process compliance

Documentation package matches the QMS requirements your prime contractor's auditors will look for.

EN 10204 3.1 material certificates

Melt lot, chemical analysis, mechanical properties — standard on every aerospace order.

AS9102 First Article Inspection

FAI reports per the AS9102 form set — Forms 1, 2, 3 with characteristic accountability.

AS5553 counterfeit parts mitigation

Material sourcing only from approved primary mills, full chain-of-custody documentation.

NADCAP-aligned special processes

Heat treatment, NDT (UT, FPI, RT) performed by NADCAP-certified subcontractors when required.

ITAR-controlled document handling

Restricted access for ITAR/EAR-classified data. Per-project NDA + technology control plan.

Typical parts we machine

What customers in this industry order from us

Real part categories with example tolerances. Send a drawing and we'll confirm production feasibility within 24 hours.

Structural brackets & fittings

±0.005 mm position, Ra 0.8 µm
Wing root attachment fittingsFuselage frame bracketsDoor hinge mechanismsAntenna mount brackets

Hydraulic & pneumatic components

±0.005 mm bore, Ra 0.4 µm seal surfaces
Manifold blocksValve bodiesActuator cylindersFitting assemblies

Engine accessory components

±0.01 mm, Ra 0.8 µm
Fuel system bracketsGenerator mount adaptersPump housingsSensor mounting blocks

Flight control assemblies

±0.005 mm, full traceability
Link rod fittingsBell crank assembliesCable end fittingsPulley brackets

UAV & satellite components

±0.01 mm, low-outgassing materials
Motor mountsGimbal framesAntenna bracketsStructural ribs

Inspection tooling & fixtures

±0.005 mm, hard-coated
CMM fixturing platesDrill jigsAssembly toolingBonding fixtures
Industry-specific FAQ

Questions aerospace structural and propulsion sub-suppliers actually ask

Are you AS9100 certified?+
Ginwate is not AS9100-certified as an organization. We are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, and our quality management system processes are aligned with EN 9100 / AS9100 requirements. Aerospace Tier-1 customers' supplier audits have validated our process maturity for Tier-2/Tier-3 work. We can provide AS9102 FAI reports, full material traceability, and the documentation package your prime contractor's auditors require.
Can you handle ITAR / EAR-controlled drawings?+
Yes. We accept ITAR/EAR-classified drawings under signed NDA + a technology control plan that restricts data access to specifically named individuals in our engineering team. CAD files are stored on a separate access-controlled server with audit logging. We do not subcontract ITAR-controlled work without prior customer approval. Note: we are a Chinese-based manufacturer, so customers must verify ITAR/EAR export licensing on their end before transferring controlled data.
What's the typical lead time for an aerospace prototype?+
Prototype 1–10 pieces in titanium Ti-6Al-4V or Inconel 625: 12–18 working days from approved drawing. This includes engineering review (1 day), material procurement from primary mill (5–7 days), machining (4–6 days), FAI inspection report (1–2 days), and DHL Express delivery (3–5 days). For production qualification runs (50–500 pieces): 4–6 weeks.
How do you source titanium and Inconel?+
Titanium Ti-6Al-4V exclusively from primary mills: RTI International Metals, ATI Specialty Materials, VSMPO-AVISMA. Inconel from Precision Castparts (PCC Metals). Material certificates trace back to melt lot. We do not use secondary brokers or unverified material to ensure AS5553 counterfeit-parts mitigation.
Do you provide CMM inspection reports?+
Standard on every aerospace order. We use Zeiss CMMs with 0.7+L/600 µm accuracy. Reports include characteristic accountability matched to the drawing (per AS9102 Form 3), dimensional measurements vs. nominal/USL/LSL, and pass/fail determination. Available in PDF and digital formats compatible with customer PLM systems.
Can you do Non-Destructive Testing (FPI, UT, X-ray)?+
Yes, through NADCAP-certified subcontractors. Fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI per ASTM E1417), ultrasonic testing (UT per ASTM E2375), radiographic testing (RT per ASTM E1742) all available. Subcontractor selection and process verification documented per AS9100 8.4 supplier control requirements.
What's your minimum order quantity?+
No MOQ. We accept single-piece prototypes through to production runs of 50,000+ pieces. Pricing scales with quantity — prototypes pay an engineering setup premium, production volumes amortize tooling and setup across the run.

Ready to talk aerospace programs?

Send a drawing and a target quantity. We'll respond within 12 hours with a feasibility assessment, recommended material, and target price.