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CNC Machining for
Communications
Equipment

We machine antenna housings, radio chassis, waveguide flanges, connector panels, rack-mount enclosures, and signal processor cases to MIL-STD tolerances. EMI shielding features, DFARS-compliant materials, and full traceability on every order.

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$18B+
US military C4ISR
spending
DoD FY2024
±0.001"
Standard tolerances
on RF components
RivCut capability
32 Ra
Surface finish on
RF-critical surfaces
Microinch capability
5-Day
Prototype
turnaround
Typical lead time

Precision CNC Machining for Defense Communications

Military communications equipment requires precision enclosures, tight RF sealing surfaces, and EMI shielding features. A waveguide flange that is off by 0.002 inches can cause signal loss and degrade comms range. We machine 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum, copper alloys, and 17-4 PH stainless to tolerances as tight as ±0.0005 inches. Every order ships with CMM reports, material certs, and DFARS-compliant traceability.

1

RF-Grade Materials

We source and machine 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum, copper alloys for waveguides, and 17-4 PH stainless — all with DFARS-compliant mill certs and full traceability.

2

EMI Shielding Features

We machine gasket grooves, finger stock channels, and conductive coating-ready surfaces. Tight tolerances on shielding interfaces for proper RF attenuation.

3

Full Documentation

Dimensional inspection reports, material certs, and process records. We document to MIL-STD requirements for communications program acceptance.

Parts for Communications Programs

Antenna housings, radio chassis, waveguide flanges, and more.

Antenna Housings

Radome mounting bases, antenna feed housings, and diplexer enclosures machined from 6061-T6 aluminum. Weather-sealed interfaces, precise port locations, and Alodine-ready surfaces per MIL-DTL-5541.

6061-T6 aluminum

Radio Chassis

Tactical radio chassis, SDR enclosures, and transceiver housings machined from 7075-T6 aluminum. EMI gasket grooves, connector cutouts to MIL-DTL-38999, and MIL-STD-810 environmental readiness.

EMI shielding

Waveguide Flanges

WR-series waveguide flanges, transitions, and adapters machined from 6061 aluminum and copper alloys. Critical flange flatness, precise port alignment, and surface finishes to 32 Ra or better.

32 Ra surface finish

Connector Panels

Multi-connector interface panels, bulkhead feedthrough plates, and I/O panels machined from 6061 and 7075 aluminum. Precise D-sub, SMA, and MIL-DTL-38999 connector cutouts with EMI grounding provisions.

MIL-DTL-38999

Rack-Mount Enclosures

19-inch rack-mount chassis, ATR enclosures, and modular electronics housings machined from 6061-T6 aluminum. Card guide slots, backplane mounting surfaces, and thermal management features.

19" rack standard

Signal Processor Cases

DSP module enclosures, FPGA board housings, and signal conditioning chassis machined from 7075-T6 aluminum. Tight flatness for PCB mounting, thermal pad interfaces, and full EMI containment.

Thermal management

Serving the US Defense Communications Industry

The US military depends on secure, reliable communications across every domain — land, sea, air, space, and cyber. Every tactical radio, satellite terminal, and electronic warfare system requires precision-machined enclosures and RF components.

Programs like JADC2, JTRS, and next-generation SATCOM are driving demand for machine shops that understand RF enclosure requirements, EMI shielding, and MIL-STD environmental specifications.

Whether your team is developing prototype communications hardware or manufacturing production enclosures, we machine the parts you need with the documentation your program requires.

L3Harris Technologies

Leading provider of tactical radios, satellite communications, and electronic warfare systems. Massive supply chain demand for precision-machined RF enclosures.

Raytheon — Communications Systems

Advanced radar, electronic warfare, and communications systems requiring precision-machined waveguide components and RF enclosures.

Collins Aerospace — Avionics & Comms

Airborne and ground-based communications systems. Radio, data link, and network equipment requiring precision-machined aluminum enclosures.

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Secure communications, C4ISR systems, and cyber solutions driving demand for ruggedized electronics enclosures and signal processing hardware.

Built for Communications Programs

RF enclosures and communications hardware need a shop that understands EMI shielding and mil-spec quality.

EMI Shielding Expertise

We machine gasket grooves, finger stock channels, and shielding interfaces with the tight tolerances needed for proper RF attenuation in military communications enclosures.

DFARS-Compliant Materials

We source aluminum, copper alloys, and stainless steel from DFARS-compliant domestic mills. Full mill certs and heat numbers on every order.

CMM Inspection on Every Order

We verify every critical dimension — flange flatness, connector port locations, and gasket groove depths — before shipping. CMM reports included.

Fast Prototype Turnaround

Program timelines do not wait. Prototype communications enclosures in 5 to 7 days so your development schedule stays on track.

Certifications & Standards
Awareness
ITAR
We are aware of ITAR requirements for defense articles. Contact us to discuss your specific compliance needs before ordering.
Active
NIST-Traceable Gauges
All measuring equipment is calibrated to NIST standards on regular cycles. CMM, micrometers, and gauges.
Active
Material Certifications
Every order ships with DFARS-compliant mill certs and heat lot traceability. Records kept for your audit trail.
Active
MIL-STD Compliance
We machine and inspect to MIL-STD specifications including MIL-STD-461 shielding features and MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements.

Questions about our defense communications quality setup? Email us — we'll send our documentation package.

From File to Part in 3 Steps

Simple, clear, and designed for defense communications teams.

Step 1

Upload & Quote

Send your STEP or IGES file. Pick your material, quantity, and finish. Our AI gives you a real price right away. We also run a free DFM check and flag anything that could add cost.

Step 2

We Machine & Inspect

Your parts run on our CNC mills and lathes. Every order gets CMM inspection. We check every critical feature against your drawing before anything ships.

Step 3

Ship with Full Docs

Parts ship with dimensional inspection reports, material certs, and all MIL-STD documentation. Everything your quality team needs for communications program acceptance.

Questions from Communications Teams

We machine antenna housings, radio chassis, waveguide flanges, connector panels, rack-mount enclosures, and signal processor cases. All parts include EMI shielding features and full dimensional inspection.
We machine 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum for lightweight RF enclosures, copper alloys for waveguide components, 17-4 PH stainless for structural brackets, and Kovar for hermetic seal applications.
Yes. We machine EMI gasket grooves, finger stock channels, and conductive coating-ready surfaces. We hold tight tolerances on shielding interfaces to ensure proper RF attenuation.
We hold ±0.001 inches on general features and ±0.0005 inches on critical waveguide flange faces, port locations, and alignment features. Surface finish on RF surfaces can be held to 32 microinch Ra or better.
We provide dimensional inspection reports and material certs that support MIL-STD-461 EMI compliance. We machine the shielding features — your test lab validates the EMI performance.
We machine the mechanical components for hermetic enclosures including seal grooves, O-ring channels, and mating surfaces. We hold the tight flatness specs needed for proper sealing.
We offer chromate conversion (Alodine), anodize Type II and III, nickel plating, tin plating, passivation, and conductive coating-ready surfaces. Specify your MIL-spec finish and we will confirm.
Most prototype communications components ship in 5 to 7 business days. Rush orders on simple enclosures can ship in 3 to 4 days. Tell us your program timeline.

Defense CNC Machining by City

We serve defense communications teams in cities across the US.

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Antenna housings, radio chassis, waveguide flanges, rack-mount enclosures — we machine them all. Get instant AI pricing now. Prototypes ship in as few as 5 days.

No minimums · 100% Made in USA · Never brokered · Ships anywhere in the US

AI price estimates are usually within ±20% of final price. Complex parts may get a human review within one business day before pricing is confirmed.

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