Contact Us3D Contour Milling of Stainless Steel Resection Block Base

Over 62 years of experience, Twin City EDM and Manufacturing has the depth and breadth of experience that allows us to pinpoint the most quality-driven and cost effective method of manufacturing any specific component. Utilizing 17-4 PH stainless steel, we fabricated the orthopedic resection block base pictured here, which featured overall dimensions of 2.1311″ in length, 1.1224″ in width, and 1.3653″ in height, using 3D contour milling techniques.

The customer-supplied 2D drawing was translated into 3D tool paths to form the curves, outlines, and surface features rapidly and with minimal material waste. Our high reliability 4-axis milling center enabled us to maintain tight ±0.0015″ dimensional tolerances and well as ±0.5º on all angles. Deburring removed all traces of particulate, and each workpiece was bead blasted to a smooth, uniform 20 RMS finish.

Our ability to execute a broad range of machining strategies allowed us to maintain high quality while reducing both processing time and expense. To learn more about this project or our processes, and how they can benefit your next project, contact us today.

Technical Specifications

Product Name
Resection Block Base
Primary Capabilities Applied/Processes Wire EDM Services CNC Milling Services Saw Cutting Services
Secondary Capabilities Applied/Processes Deburring Heat Treating Passivation Bead Blasting Equipment Used to Manufacture Part 4th Axis CNC Milling and Wire EDM
Overall Length
2.1311 Inch
Overall Width 1.1224 Inch
Overall Height 1.3653 Inch Dimensional Tightest Tolerances (+/-)
0.0015 Inch
Angular Tightest Tolerances (+/-) 0.5 º Material Used 17-4 PH Stainless Steel
Material Finish 20 µin In Process Testing/Inspection Performed
Dimensional Inspection Visual Inspection
Industry for Use Medical Device Volume 3
Delivery/Turnaround Time 4 to 6 Weeks Delivery Location Plymouth, Minnesota
Standards Met Customer Specifications 2D CAD Drawing