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Machining for UAV & Drones

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones demand lightweight, high-precision, and structurally reliable components to achieve stable flight, extended endurance, and consistent performance. CNC machining plays a critical role in translating complex designs into flight-ready parts with tight tolerances.

At PlasticHubs, we support UAV and drone manufacturers with precision-machined plastic components and selected metal parts that balance strength, weight, and durability. Our machining capabilities enable fast design validation, functional testing, and reliable production, helping teams move efficiently from concept to deployment while maintaining strict performance and quality requirements.

The Materials We Work With

We work with a wide range of plastics and metals for aerospace parts production, ensuring stable performance, reliable tolerances, and smooth finishes across both prototype and production stages.

We can also machine metal materials when aerospace parts require higher structural strength, improved heat dissipation, enhanced durability, or grounding functionality.

UAV & Drone Parts We Manufacture

UAV and drone systems rely on precisely machined components to maintain structural integrity, reduce weight, and protect sensitive electronics during flight.

  • Drone Frames and Structural Housings: Lightweight CNC-machined plastic frames provide structural stability while minimizing overall aircraft weight.
  • Motor Mounts: Precision motor mounts ensure accurate alignment and vibration control, improving propulsion efficiency and flight stability.
  • Propeller Guards: Machined plastic guards protect propellers and surrounding components while maintaining aerodynamic balance.
  • Electronic Enclosures: Custom housings shield flight controllers, sensors, and wiring from impact, dust, and environmental exposure.
  • Camera Mounts and Gimbals: High-accuracy mounts support stable imaging and reduce vibration for aerial photography and inspection tasks.
  • Landing Gear Components: Durable plastic landing gear parts absorb impact forces during takeoff and landing operations.
  • Battery Holders and Trays: Secure battery mounts maintain proper weight distribution and protect power systems during flight.
  • Sensor Brackets: Precisely machined brackets enable accurate positioning of GPS, LiDAR, and other onboard sensors.
  • Internal Support Brackets: Structural supports reinforce internal assemblies without adding unnecessary weight.
  • Protective Covers: CNC-machined plastic covers improve aerodynamics while protecting critical internal components.

If you need other aerospace parts machined, we can customize components based on drawings, samples, or functional requirements.

Capabilities for Machined Drone Parts

Plastichubs is one of the most favored manufacturers of CNC machining parts in China. We believe the following capabilities that we have acquired over the years have made it easier for us.

  • CNC Milling Service: CNC milling is our core capability for producing lightweight and high-strength plastic drone components with tight tolerances. It is ideal for frames, housings, mounts, and other parts requiring accurate geometry and smooth surface finishes.
  • CNC Turning Service: CNC turning is used to manufacture rotational UAV components such as bushings, spacers, and cylindrical mounts. This process ensures consistent dimensions and excellent concentricity for parts involved in motion or load transfer.
  • 5-Axis CNC Machining Service: 5-axis CNC machining enables us to produce complex, multi-surface drone parts in a single setup. This capability improves precision and structural accuracy for intricate components while reducing assembly requirements.
  • Vacuum Casting Service: Vacuum casting is suitable for plastic UAV parts that require low-volume production with near-production appearance. It is often used for functional testing, design validation, and pre-production samples.
  • Rapid Prototyping: Our rapid prototyping services allow drone developers to quickly evaluate designs and iterate efficiently. CNC-machined plastic prototypes provide reliable performance for real-world testing and flight validation.
  • High-Volume Production: We support a smooth transition from prototype to high-volume production for UAV and drone parts. Consistent machining processes ensure stable quality, cost control, and reliable delivery at scale.
  • Other CNC Services: Beyond these services, we offer a wide range of additional CNC solutions to support specialized UAV requirements. Our engineering team can adapt processes to meet unique design, material, and performance needs.

Why Machined Parts Matter in Aerospace Industry?

At PlasticHubs, we help you meet these demands with flexible manufacturing solutions, from prototypes to high-volume production, supporting your project every step of the way.

  • Reduced weight for improved flight efficiency.
  • High precision for aerodynamic stability.
  • Reliable quality for flight safety.
  • Design flexibility for innovation.

Why Choose PlasticHubs ?

You can easily move your project forward with our support—send your CAD files for an instant quote, discuss specific requirements with our engineering team, and start your next aerospace product build with confidence.

  • Experience with engineering plastics
  • Fast prototyping cycles
  • Repeatable production quality
  • Support from early design to mass production

To know more about our aerospace parts machining services, please feel free to contact us today. In case of any queries, please reach out to our team at cs@plastichubs.com. Our experts will be happy to assist you.

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