Materials

Leading Edge stands at the forefront of precision component machining, delivering exceptional quality components for the world's most demanding industries.

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Our Material

At Leading Edge, we pride ourselves on our in-depth material expertise, enabling us to deliver CNC-machined parts that meet the most demanding specifications. Whether metals, plastics, or advanced composites, we understand the unique properties of each material and apply precision machining techniques to unlock their full potential.

Material

Typical material we use

At Leading Edge, we provide a wide range of materials for your needs.

  • Aluminum Alloys
  • Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and highly machinable, aluminum is a versatile material used across aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics. Its excellent thermal conductivity and ease of anodization make it ideal for heat sinks, housings, and structural components. Common grades:

    • 6061-T6: Excellent general-purpose alloy, ideal for precision parts
    • 7075-T6: High-strength aerospace-grade applications
    • 5052: Excellent corrosion resistance, marine applications
    • 2024: Aircraft structural components
    • QC-10: Premium mold-making aluminum
  • Stainless Steel
  • Known for its exceptional strength and corrosion resistance, stainless steel is a go-to material for medical, food processing, and industrial applications. Its durability and resistance to extreme temperatures make it ideal for surgical instruments, valves, and automotive exhaust systems. Common grades:

    • 304/304L: General purpose, good corrosion resistance
    • 316/316L: Medical and marine grade
    • 17-4 PH: High-strength, heat-treatable
    • 440C: High hardness applications
    • 321: High-temperature stability
    • 420: Cutlery and surgical instruments
  • Carbon Steel
  • Valued for its strength and affordability, carbon steel is a popular choice for mechanical parts, fasteners, and heavy-duty components. Its ability to be hardened and tempered makes it suitable for applications requiring high wear resistance. Common grades:

    • 1018 (easily machinable)
    • 1045 (medium carbon), and A36 (structural).
  • Tool Steel
  • Tool steel is known for its wear resistance, hardness, and ability to hold a sharp edge. It is ideal for cutting tools, molds, and dies. Common types include:

    • D2: High wear resistance, cutting tools
    • H13: Hot work applications
    • A2: Cold work applications
    • O1: Oil-hardening applications
    • M2: High-speed steel
    • P20: Mold and die applications
  • Copper Alloys
  • Copper offers exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity, making it essential in heat exchangers, electrical wiring, and PCB components. Its antimicrobial properties also make it suitable for medical and food processing applications. Common grades of copper alloys:

    • C360 Brass: General purpose
    • C954 Bronze: Marine applications
    • Beryllium Copper: Spring applications
    • Phosphor Bronze: Bearing applications
    • Tellurium Copper: High conductivity
    • Naval Brass: Marine components
  • Titanium Alloys
  • Combining lightweight properties with extraordinary strength and corrosion resistance, titanium is used in aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance automotive components. It is biocompatible, making it a preferred material for prosthetics and surgical tools. Common grades:

    • Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5): Aerospace and medical
    • Ti-6Al-4V ELI: Medical implants
    • Grade 2: Pure titanium, chemical resistance
    • Grade 4: Higher strength pure titanium
    • Ti-6Al-7Nb: Medical applications
    • Beta titanium alloys
  • Exotic Alloys
    • Inconel 718: High-temperature applications
    • Hastelloy: Corrosion resistant
    • Monel: Marine applications
    • Kovar: Thermal expansion matching
    • Invar: Dimensional stability
    • MP35N: High-strength medical

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and highly machinable, aluminum is a versatile material used across aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics. Its excellent thermal conductivity and ease of anodization make it ideal for heat sinks, housings, and structural components. Common grades:

  • 6061-T6: Excellent general-purpose alloy, ideal for precision parts
  • 7075-T6: High-strength aerospace-grade applications
  • 5052: Excellent corrosion resistance, marine applications
  • 2024: Aircraft structural components
  • QC-10: Premium mold-making aluminum

Known for its exceptional strength and corrosion resistance, stainless steel is a go-to material for medical, food processing, and industrial applications. Its durability and resistance to extreme temperatures make it ideal for surgical instruments, valves, and automotive exhaust systems. Common grades:

  • 304/304L: General purpose, good corrosion resistance
  • 316/316L: Medical and marine grade
  • 17-4 PH: High-strength, heat-treatable
  • 440C: High hardness applications
  • 321: High-temperature stability
  • 420: Cutlery and surgical instruments

Valued for its strength and affordability, carbon steel is a popular choice for mechanical parts, fasteners, and heavy-duty components. Its ability to be hardened and tempered makes it suitable for applications requiring high wear resistance. Common grades:

  • 1018 (easily machinable)
  • 1045 (medium carbon), and A36 (structural).

Tool steel is known for its wear resistance, hardness, and ability to hold a sharp edge. It is ideal for cutting tools, molds, and dies. Common types include:

  • D2: High wear resistance, cutting tools
  • H13: Hot work applications
  • A2: Cold work applications
  • O1: Oil-hardening applications
  • M2: High-speed steel
  • P20: Mold and die applications

Copper offers exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity, making it essential in heat exchangers, electrical wiring, and PCB components. Its antimicrobial properties also make it suitable for medical and food processing applications. Common grades of copper alloys:

  • C360 Brass: General purpose
  • C954 Bronze: Marine applications
  • Beryllium Copper: Spring applications
  • Phosphor Bronze: Bearing applications
  • Tellurium Copper: High conductivity
  • Naval Brass: Marine components

Combining lightweight properties with extraordinary strength and corrosion resistance, titanium is used in aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance automotive components. It is biocompatible, making it a preferred material for prosthetics and surgical tools. Common grades:

  • Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5): Aerospace and medical
  • Ti-6Al-4V ELI: Medical implants
  • Grade 2: Pure titanium, chemical resistance
  • Grade 4: Higher strength pure titanium
  • Ti-6Al-7Nb: Medical applications
  • Beta titanium alloys
  • Inconel 718: High-temperature applications
  • Hastelloy: Corrosion resistant
  • Monel: Marine applications
  • Kovar: Thermal expansion matching
  • Invar: Dimensional stability
  • MP35N: High-strength medical
  • PLA (Polylactic Acid): Eco-friendly, cost-effective material for prototypes and visual models.
  • ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): Durable and impact-resistant, ideal for functional prototypes and industrial parts.
  • Nylon (PA12): Strong, lightweight, and wear-resistant, commonly used in mechanical parts and consumer goods.
  • Polycarbonate (PC): High impact strength and heat resistance for automotive and industrial applications.
  • Flexible TPU: Elastic and wear-resistant, ideal for seals, gaskets, and ergonomic parts.
  • PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone): High-performance plastic for aerospace, medical, and high-temperature applications.
  • Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers: High strength-to-weight ratio for structural applications.
  • Glass-Filled Nylon: Enhanced stiffness and durability for demanding environments.
Why Choose us

Why Leading Edge

At Leading Edge, we pride ourselves on engineering, delivering unparalleled quality, tailored solutions, and exceptional customer support.

Rapid Response

We understand the importance of speed in the automotive industry. Our advanced prototyping processes allow us to produce high-quality parts quickly, enabling faster iterations and reduced lead times in your development cycle.

Material Expertise

We offer a wide range of materials, including steel, aluminum, and advanced composites, to ensure that our automotive components provide exceptional durability and performance, even in the most demanding environments.

Quality Assurance

At Leading Edge, we prioritize quality in every aspect of our manufacturing process. Each component undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure it meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Custom Solutions

We understand that every application is unique. Our engineering team works closely with you to design and manufacture custom automotive components tailored to your specific needs and performance requirements.

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Our engineering team carefully reviews your CAD files, technical drawings, and specifications, engaging in detailed discussions about material choices, tolerance requirements, and surface finish needs.

Quote and Order Confirmation

You’ll receive a comprehensive quote that includes all specifications, deliverables, quality standards. Upon your approval, we move into the confirmation phase where all project details are thoroughly reviewed and finalized.

Manufacturing & Quality Control

During production, we maintain rigorous quality control through continuous monitoring and inspection processes. Our state-of-the-art CMM equipment verifies critical dimensions, while expert technicians conduct thorough surface finish inspections.

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