Instant CNC Machining Quote Online — Australian Made
Get an instant CNC machining quote online by uploading your STEP file. Our quoting tool analyses your 3D model and returns CNC turning and milling prices in seconds — no waiting, no back-and-forth emails. Custom CNC parts manufactured in Australia and shipped nationwide.
Whether you need a single prototype shaft or a production run of precision bushings, our online CNC quoting system gives you accurate pricing immediately. We machine aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, brass, and high-strength engineering steels including 4140, 4340, and EN26 at our workshop in Jimboomba, QLD — servicing Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, and all of South East Queensland.
No account required. No minimum order quantity. Instant pricing from qty 1.
How to Get an Instant CNC Quote Online
Our online CNC quoting tool makes it simple to get machining prices without phone calls or emails. Three steps, under a minute, and you have a production-accurate price.
Upload Your STEP File
Drag and drop your .STEP or .STP file into the instant quote tool. Our system analyses the 3D geometry automatically — detecting features, dimensions, volume, and complexity. STEP files can be exported from any major CAD package including Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA, Solid Edge, and FreeCAD.
Configure Material & Finish
Select your material from our range — aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, brass, or engineering steels. Set your quantity and specify any surface finish requirements such as anodising, powder coating, or plating.
Get Your Price Instantly
Receive CNC machining pricing in seconds. The quote includes material cost, machine time, setup, and any finishing. Happy with the price? Add to cart and check out online. Prefer to review first? Save your quote and come back later — no obligation.
Need a custom quote for a complex multi-operation part? Submit a quote request with your drawings or STEP files and we will respond within 1-2 business days.
What We CNC Machine
Our CNC workshop handles a wide range of turned and milled components for engineering, automotive, industrial, and general fabrication applications. Our CNC machining service includes both lathe and mill work, done entirely in-house at our Jimboomba facility.
Our CNC lathe features a 40mm automatic bar feeder for unattended production runs, main and sub spindle for complete parts in a single setup, and capacity up to 100mm turning diameter. This means your parts come off the machine finished — no re-chucking, no secondary operations where they are not needed.
Custom Shafts & Spindles
Precision turned shafts with stepped diameters, bearing journals, keyways, splines, and thread forms. Single parts or batch production in steel, stainless, or aluminium.
Bushings & Spacers
ID/OD turned to tolerance, shoulder bushings, flanged bushings, and precision spacers. Fast turnaround from bar stock via our automatic bar feeder.
Adapters & Couplings
Bellhousing adapters, shaft couplings, engine mount adapters, and conversion plates. Both turned and milled features in a single setup.
Hydraulic & Pneumatic Fittings
BSP, NPT, AN, JIC, and metric thread fittings in stainless steel, aluminium, and brass. Tight tolerances on sealing surfaces.
Learn moreGears & Pulleys
Spur gears, timing pulleys, sprockets, and drive components. Machined from engineering steels, aluminium, or brass to your specifications.
Automotive & Motorsport
Engine components, gearbox adapters, suspension parts, mounts, and one-off motorsport components in 4140, 4340, 7075, and other high-performance materials.
Learn morePrototypes & One-Offs
Single-part prototypes machined from solid billet. Validate your design before committing to production tooling. No minimum order quantity.
Production Runs
Repeat batch production with consistent quality and competitive volume pricing. Bar feed capability for unattended high-volume turning.
Learn moreCNC Machining Materials
We stock and machine a comprehensive range of metals for CNC turning and milling. Material selection affects machinability, cost, strength, and corrosion resistance — choose the right grade for your application and we will machine it to your specifications.
Not sure which material to choose? Read our guides on aluminium alloys for CNC machining and 304 vs 316 stainless steel for detailed comparisons.
| Material | Grades | Common Applications | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild Steel | Grade 250, 1020, 1045 | Shafts, brackets, general components | View guide |
| Stainless Steel 304 | 304, 303 (free-machining) | Food, medical, marine, general corrosion resistance | View guide |
| Stainless Steel 316 | 316, 316L | Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, high corrosion | View guide |
| Aluminium 6061-T6 | 6061-T6, 6082-T6 | General machining, structural, jigs, fixtures | View guide |
| Aluminium 7075-T6 | 7075-T6, 7075-T651 | Aerospace, high-strength, motorsport | View guide |
| Brass C360 | C360 (free-machining) | Fittings, bushings, valves, decorative | View guide |
| 4140 Steel | 4140, 4140 pre-hard | Shafts, gears, high-strength structural | View guide |
| 4340 Steel | 4340, 4340 normalised | Heavy-duty shafts, landing gear, axles | View guide |
| EN26 (817M40) | EN26, 817M40 | High-stress shafts, gears, crankshafts | View guide |
Need a material not listed here? We can source most metals and engineering plastics including Delrin, Nylon 6, PEEK, and UHMWPE. Contact us with your requirements.
CNC Machining Tolerances & Precision
Precision is the reason most customers choose CNC machining over other manufacturing processes. Our equipment holds tight tolerances consistently, whether you need one part or a hundred.
Standard Tolerance
±0.05mm
Applied to all machined dimensions unless otherwise specified. Suitable for the majority of engineering applications including clearance fits, general assemblies, and non-critical features. This is our default tolerance for all CNC turned and milled parts.
Precision Tolerance
±0.0125mm
Available on critical dimensions where tighter control is required. Typical for bearing fits, seal grooves, precision bores, and mating surfaces. Specify precision tolerance requirements on your drawing or in your quote request.
What Affects Achievable Tolerance?
- -Material — Aluminium and brass machine to tight tolerances more easily than stainless steel or hardened engineering steels. Material stability after heat treatment also affects final dimensions.
- -Part geometry — Thin walls, long unsupported lengths, and deep pockets are harder to hold to tight tolerance. Design features with adequate wall thickness and reasonable aspect ratios for best results.
- -Feature size — Smaller features generally allow tighter tolerances. A 10mm bore can be held tighter than a 100mm bore.
- -Surface finish — Finer surface finishes (lower Ra values) typically correlate with tighter dimensional control. As-machined finish is usually Ra 1.6-3.2.
For full machine specifications and tolerance tables, see our capabilities page.
How CNC Machining Pricing Works
CNC machining pricing is based on four main factors. Understanding what drives the cost helps you design parts that are efficient to manufacture — saving you money without compromising on quality.
Our instant quoting tool calculates all of these factors automatically from your STEP file. The price you see includes material, machining, setup, and any specified finishing — there are no hidden fees. Read our comparison of CNC machining vs 3D printing if you are deciding between processes.
Machine Time
The primary cost driver. Complex geometry, tight tolerances, and multiple operations increase cycle time. Simple turned parts are faster and cheaper than multi-axis milled parts.
Material
Material grade, diameter, and length all affect cost. Stainless steel and engineering steels cost more than mild steel or aluminium. Larger bar stock diameters cost more per kilogram.
Setup & Fixturing
Each unique setup (chuck change, fixture change, re-chucking) adds time. Parts that can be completed in a single setup cost less. Our main + sub spindle lathe minimises re-chucking.
Finishing
As-machined parts have no additional finishing cost. Anodising, powder coating, plating, and polishing are priced separately based on part size and finish type.
Tips to Reduce CNC Machining Cost
- -Avoid unnecessarily tight tolerances on non-critical features. Specify precision only where it matters.
- -Use standard bar stock sizes where possible to minimise material waste and setup.
- -Design features that can be machined with standard tooling — avoid very small internal radii, extremely deep pockets, or features requiring special cutters.
- -Consolidate operations: parts that can be completed in one setup cost less than those needing multiple re-chucks.
- -Choose free-machining grades (303 stainless, C360 brass, 6061 aluminium) where material properties allow — they cut faster and cost less per part.
Get Your CNC Machining Price in Under 60 Seconds
Upload your STEP file to our instant quoting tool. No account needed, no obligation. See real CNC pricing immediately.
Get Instant CNC QuoteWhy Choose JDL Innovations for CNC Machining
We are a Brisbane-based manufacturing workshop with in-house CNC turning, milling, laser cutting, 3D printing, and 3D scanning capabilities. Everything is done under one roof — no outsourcing, no middlemen.
Australian Made
All CNC machining done in-house at our workshop in Jimboomba, QLD. Your parts are manufactured locally, not imported from overseas.
Instant Online Pricing
No waiting days for a quote. Upload your STEP file and get production-accurate CNC pricing in seconds. Order online, 24/7.
No Minimum Order
Order a single prototype or a production batch of thousands. We handle any quantity with the same attention to quality.
Main + Sub Spindle
Our CNC lathe with main and sub spindle machines complete parts in a single setup. Fewer operations, lower cost, better concentricity.
Fast Turnaround
Standard 5-10 business days, with rush turnaround available. Simple turned parts often ship in 3-5 days.
Ships Australia-Wide
Tracked freight to Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, and everywhere in between. Brisbane and SEQ customers can collect.
CNC Machining Resources & Guides
Guides and articles to help you choose the right material, design for machinability, and understand when CNC is the best manufacturing process.
CNC Machining vs 3D Printing
When to use each process — cost, accuracy, materials, and strength compared
Aluminium Alloys for CNC: 6061 vs 7075
Comparing 6061, 7075, 2024, and 6082 for CNC machined parts
304 vs 316 Stainless Steel
Which stainless grade for your application — corrosion, strength, cost
Reverse Engineering Gears with 3D Scanning
How we scan and reproduce worn gears, shafts, and drivetrain components
Engineering Steels Guide
4140, 4340, EN26, 300M — properties, applications, and heat treatment
Machine Capabilities & Specs
Full specifications for our CNC lathe, mill, laser, and other equipment
CNC Machining Quote — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our instant online CNC quoting, materials, tolerances, and turnaround times for custom machined parts in Australia.
What file format do I need for a CNC machining quote?
We accept STEP (.stp / .step) files for instant CNC machining quotes. STEP is the industry-standard 3D solid model format supported by all major CAD software including Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA, and FreeCAD. For custom quotes, we can also work from IGES files or detailed PDF drawings with full dimensioning. DXF and DWG files are not suitable for CNC turning or milling quotes as they lack the 3D geometry needed to calculate machine time.
What is the maximum part size for CNC turning?
Our CNC lathe accepts bar stock up to 40mm diameter through the automatic bar feeder for unattended production runs. For chuck work, we can turn parts up to 100mm maximum diameter. Bar feed jobs are ideal for high-volume production of shafts, bushings, spacers, and fittings. For parts larger than 100mm diameter, contact us to discuss your requirements — we can often accommodate larger work or recommend a suitable approach.
Can you do both CNC turning and milling?
Yes. We offer CNC turning (lathe work) with main and sub spindle capability, allowing complete parts to be machined in a single setup without re-chucking. We also offer CNC milling for prismatic parts, pockets, slots, and complex 3D surfaces. Many components require both turning and milling operations — for example, a shaft with a cross-drilled hole or a flange with bolt holes. We handle the full process in-house at our Jimboomba workshop.
What surface finishes are available for CNC parts?
We offer a range of surface finishes: as-machined (standard, typically Ra 1.6-3.2), bead blasted (uniform matte texture), anodised (clear or colour, for aluminium parts), powder coated (wide colour range, durable finish), zinc plated (corrosion protection for steel), black oxide (mild corrosion resistance, low-cost), and polishing (mirror or satin finish). Specify your finish requirements when requesting a quote and we will include it in the pricing.
What is the minimum order for CNC machining?
There is no minimum order quantity. We machine single prototype parts through to production batches of thousands. Our minimum order value is $45 for CNC machining jobs. Single-part orders are common — many of our customers are engineers and fabricators who need one-off replacement parts, prototypes, or custom fittings.
How accurate is the online CNC machining quote?
Our instant CNC quotes are calculated using real machine time estimates based on your 3D model geometry, selected material, and quantity. For straightforward turned and milled parts, the instant price is production-accurate — what you see is what you pay. For complex multi-operation parts, parts requiring tight tolerances on many features, or components needing special fixturing, we may adjust the quote after reviewing the file. You will always be notified before any price changes.
What materials can be CNC machined?
We CNC machine aluminium (6061-T6, 7075-T6, 2024, 6082), stainless steel (303, 304, 316), mild steel, engineering steels (4140, 4340, EN26, 300M), brass (C360 free-machining), and engineering plastics such as Delrin/acetal and Nylon 6. Each material has different machinability characteristics that affect pricing and lead time. See our material guides for detailed information on properties, grades, and applications.
How long does CNC machining take?
Standard turnaround for CNC machined parts is 5-10 business days depending on complexity, material availability, and current workshop load. Simple turned parts like spacers and bushings are often ready in 3-5 business days. Rush turnaround is available on request for urgent jobs. We ship Australia-wide from our Jimboomba, QLD workshop with tracked freight.
Can you machine hardened steel?
Yes. We regularly machine engineering steels including 4140, 4340, EN26, and 300M in their pre-hardened or normalised states. For parts that need to be hardened after machining, we can coordinate heat treatment with our partner facilities and then finish-machine critical surfaces to final dimensions. If you need a specific hardness (e.g., HRC 28-32), include this in your quote request.
Do you machine prototype quantities?
Absolutely. Prototype and low-volume CNC machining is a core part of our business. There is no minimum order quantity — we regularly machine single parts for engineers validating a design, fabricators needing a custom fitting, or motorsport teams building one-off components. Our instant quoting tool gives you pricing for qty 1 upwards, so you can see the cost before committing.
Ready to Get Your CNC Machining Quote?
Upload your STEP file and get instant CNC turning and milling prices. No account required, no obligation. Australian made, shipped nationwide.
From single prototypes to production batches — aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, brass, 4140, 4340, EN26, and more. Precision machined at our Jimboomba workshop and shipped to your door.
Or call us on 07 5616 4988 to discuss your project.