JLCCNC CNC Prototyping Subsidy: Parts from $2

JLCCNC is offering special pricing on CNC-machined prototypes for hardware developers and product designers. Customers can receive special pricing on up to 10 CNC prototype parts per month, with prices ranging from $2 to $7 per part.

The offer is designed for functional metal prototypes, giving developers a more affordable way to test their designs before placing a standard CNC order. Pricing depends on the part's dimensions and the machining work required.

CNC Prototype Parts Starting at $2

The promotion covers Aluminum 6061 parts within the following dimensional limits:

• Without side features: From 2×2×2mm to 200×200×15mm. Length and width cannot both be below 10mm.
• With side features: From 25×5×6mm to 100×90×55mm.

Side holes and pockets are supported, along with slots. The system can also automatically detect threaded holes through DFM analysis. The final promotional price depends on the part design and its machining requirements.

Manufacturing Standards for Promotional Parts

Promotional parts use Aluminum 6061 as the default material, with bead blasting and anodizing as the standard surface finish.

JLCCNC machines these parts to ISO 2768-m (Medium) tolerances. Automatic thread recognition is supported, and a default C0.2 mm chamfer at 45° is applied to edges.

The promotion is intended for functional prototypes rather than high-end cosmetic parts. Minor surface blemishes are not covered by the promotional claim policy. This exclusion also applies to slight anodizing shade variations and rack contact marks. Customers who need Class-A cosmetic surfaces should place a standard CNC machining order.

How to Apply for the CNC Prototyping Subsidy

To participate, upload a 3D CAD model in STEP or STP format through the Monthly CNC Prototyping Subsidy page. Files can be up to 100 MB.

Each uploaded model first goes through an automated AI DFM check. JLCCNC's engineering team then reviews the design manually before production. Parts that do not pass manual verification will not qualify for the promotion.

Each customer can receive special pricing on up to 10 parts per month. Daily promotional slots depend on factory capacity and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Each customer is limited to one account under the fair-use policy.

The subsidy program is ongoing. For complete eligibility requirements and CAD preparation instructions, visit the special deal design guidelines before uploading a model.

CNC Prototypes from $2

Special pricing on up to 10 Aluminum 6061 prototype parts per month.

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