What Is Radial Drilling?
Radial drilling is a machining method used to produce accurate holes with flexibility in positioning. It uses a radial arm that can swing and extend, making it possible to drill at different points on a component without needing to reposition the material. This process is often used when access or alignment are key to the job. LDC Engineering Ltd includes radial drilling among its core machining services, alongside CNC milling, turning, surface grinding, and deep hole drilling.
Where Radial Drilling Fits in Precision Engineering
Radial drilling is particularly useful when hole locations vary across the workpiece, drilling needs to be precise and repeatable, and when the material or component shape requires flexible tool access. By offering radial drilling as part of their machining capabilities, LDC Engineering can support customers with versatile drilling needs across different industries.
Working with a Range of Materials
In line with their overall machining offering, LDC Engineering works with a wide variety of materials. These include stainless steel, mild steel, duplex steel, cast iron, cast steel, aluminium, bronze, copper, nylon, resin, specialist plastics, and wood where relevant to tooling or jigs. This material versatility allows radial drilling to be applied to a broad spectrum of projects.
Part of a Broader Machining Service
Radial drilling complements LDC’s other services, such as milling, turning, surface grinding, and deep hole and gun drilling. This combination supports customers looking for precision machining with different part geometries, material types, and project requirements. Radial drilling is one of several precision machining services provided by LDC Engineering Ltd. With the ability to drill accurately across a range of materials and part types, it plays a key role in their support of clients in toolmaking, engineering, and manufacturing sectors across the UK.