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PolskiEnhanced support for narrow grooves in CNC turning
Engineers designing CNC turning parts often run into the same hurdle: narrow grooves or deep pockets that the system interprets incorrectly. A feature only a millimetre wide can bring the entire quoting process to a halt, turning what should be a quick upload into a round of manual checks and delays between CAD and production.
With this release, meviy now reliably detects grooves as narrow as 1–2 mm and distinguishes corner radii from groove widths. Corner radii are no longer confused with groove widths, and the system selects the right machining method automatically. As a result, far more designs flow straight through the instant-quote route, without the usual stop at manual review. .
This update increases design freedom, improves quoting reliability, and accelerates production for precision components across automotive, robotics, electronics, and small mechanical assemblies.
What engineers struggle with
Designing narrow grooves in CNC turning parts has traditionally presented several challenges:
- Feature recognition complexity: Grooves under 2 mm can be difficult to define precisely, and corner radii are sometimes mistaken for minimum widths.
- Design constraints: Engineers often need to adjust parts to meet manufacturability rules, even when the original design is feasible.
- Manual quote requirements: Small features frequently trigger manual reviews, adding extra steps to the quoting process.
- Workflow inefficiencies: Multiple CAD iterations and back-and-forth communication with manufacturers can slow project timelines.
These challenges are especially common in industries with compact, high-precision components, such as automotive, robotics, and electronics.
What this launch changes
This update enhances the system’s capability to handle narrow grooves:
- Accurate detection of 1–2 mm grooves: Designs are now correctly recognised without misidentifying corner radii.
- Automatic routing selection: The system chooses between end milling and wire cutting based on feature geometry.
- Higher automatic quote rate: More designs are automatically processed without manual review.
- Tighter tolerance support: Engineers can now specify groove widths with precision (e.g., 1.2 mm ±0.05) directly in AQ.
- Predictable lead times: Deep pockets or lathe features receive consistent +2 days without requiring manual quoting.
Table: Groove recognition improvements
| Feature | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Groove width detection | Often flagged incorrectly (<2 mm) | Correctly detected from 1–2 mm |
| Corner radius handling | Misinterpreted as width restriction | Accurately distinguished from groove width |
| Machining routing | Manual or default | Automatic selection: end milling vs wire cutting |
| Quoting flow | Many designs require Manual quoting | More designs processed automatically |
| Lead-time predictability | Inconsistent | Consistent +2 days for deep pockets/lathe features |
| Tolerance support | Limited | Supported for narrow grooves (e.g., 1.2 mm ±0.05) |
Applications
This update supports the kind of work where every millimetre counts—EV sensors, compact robotics parts, small electronic housings, and precision tooling where narrow pockets are part of daily design work:
- Automotive and EV components with narrow grooves for sensors or fasteners
- Robotics and automation fixtures with compact pockets
- Electronics housings and small mechanical assemblies
- Precision jigs and tools for manufacturing
By enabling AQ for previously manual-review features, engineers can now submit realistic geometries without redesigning, saving time and improving efficiency.
Conclusion
With enhanced narrow-groove recognition, meviy makes CNC turning more predictable and far easier to plan. Engineers gain confidence in automatic quotations, reliable machining of 1–2 mm grooves, and consistent lead times. By reducing reliance on MQ, automating routing decisions, and supporting tight tolerances, this release streamlines the workflow from CAD to production—enhancing both precision and efficiency for high-precision components.
What is meviy
meviy is an AI-powered on-demand manufacturing platform from MISUMI. Engineers can upload 3D CAD models to receive instant quotations, manufacturability checks, and lead time estimates. The platform delivers bespoke components to exact specifications across CNC milling, CNC Turning and Sheet Metals. With no minimum order quantity, teams can order from a single part upwards. By streamlining procurement and accelerating product development, meviy enables engineers to bring designs to life faster. Its AI also supports part recognition, interactive design editing, and compatibility with a wide range of materials – making it a smart and reliable tool for modern product development. Backed by MISUMI’s quality standards, customers can expect consistent precision with every order.
FAQ
Q1: What groove widths are supported for Automatic quotation?
A1: Grooves 1–2 mm wide are now reliably recognised for automatic quotes. Grooves under 1 mm still require a manual quote.
Q2: Can I specify tolerances for narrow grooves?
A2: Yes. Groove widths can now be defined with tight tolerances (e.g., 1.2 mm ±0.05) without requiring manual quoting.
Q3: Are corner radii still limiting groove detection?
A3: No. Corner radii are now correctly distinguished from groove width, removing false constraints.
Q4: How does meviy choose machining methods?
A4: The system automatically selects end milling or wire cutting depending on groove geometry, ensuring manufacturability and reliable lead times.
Q5: Does this update affect lead times?
A5: Standard and long delivery options remain unchanged. For deep pockets or lathe features, lead time is extended by +2 days automatically without Manual quoting.
Q6: Which materials are supported?
A6: All materials and surface treatments currently supported by meviy are compatible, including steels, aluminium, stainless steel, copper, and engineering plastics.
