Thorndike combines material expertise with in-house manufacturing processes to produce precision microwave components, from individual prototypes to production quantities.
Machine shop capabilities
CNC machining
CNC lathes and milling equipment for precision component production.
Grinding
Surface, Blanchard, centerless and other precision grinding operations, subject to material and part geometry.
Molding & casting
Custom molding and complex casting methods for specialized dielectric shapes and production needs.
Die cutting & finishing
Processing raw stock into finished components using customer drawings and specifications.
From prototype to production
Manufacturing programs can begin with a one-piece sample or prototype and scale to larger production runs. Thorndike works with customers to review drawings, tolerances, material requirements and delivery expectations before production.
Materials processed
Capabilities cover a range of dielectric materials, plastics, silicon carbide, metals and other raw stock. Feasibility depends on the specific material, dimensions and tolerance requirements.