What tolerance do you hold if my drawing doesn't say?
Q2
Is setup or programming charged on top?
Q3
How does the price per part change with quantity?
Questions
Machining FAQ
Is there a posted machining rate near Delta?
Performance Metal Technologies in Surrey posts $120 an hour for CNC milling and turning, with a 4 hour minimum. Ask for a quote covering your drawing, material, setup and inspection.
Is the listed wage a machine shop rate?
No. Job Bank reports employee wages for the Lower Mainland and Southwest region. A customer quote also needs to cover the work, equipment and shop costs.
Can I send a sample instead of CAD?
Send photos and sizes first. Ask whether the shop can measure your sample, make a drawing and check the fit against the mating parts.
Good to know
For Tilbury or Annacis Island work, say whether inspection records and delivery to the site belong in the quote.
The Surrey rate is a nearby reference. Compare Delta quotes using the same material, drawing and quantity.