Precision Drilling with Exceptional Depth and Accuracy
LDC Engineering Ltd is a specialist in gun drilling, providing high-precision internal drilling services that meet the needs of customers across the UK. Gun drilling is a key part of their machining offering and allows for the creation of deep, straight, and accurate holes where standard drilling methods are not suitable. This process is vital for industries that require tight tolerances, long bores, and smooth internal finishes within their components.
Capacity and Capabilities
According to their official website, LDC Engineering’s gun drilling capacity is up to 38mm in diameter. On certain diameters, they can achieve drilling depths of up to 4 metres. This makes them one of the few UK firms able to provide such deep and precise internal drilling in-house. Their expertise is trusted by businesses across engineering, automotive, toolmaking, and related sectors where long, straight holes are critical for function, assembly, or cooling.
Applications and Materials
LDC Engineering uses gun drilling to produce everything from simple heater holes to complex internal channels. These can be found in mould tools, engine components, and high-performance assemblies. Their ability to machine nearly every material imaginable—including stainless steel, duplex, aluminium, copper, bronze, cast iron, resin, and nylon—ensures that gun drilling can be applied across a wide range of jobs. Whether for single parts or large batches, their equipment and experience deliver reliable, repeatable results.
Get in Touch with LDC Engineering
For dependable gun drilling services with the capacity to handle precision jobs up to 4m deep, contact LDC Engineering Ltd.