eMachineShop
Custom manufactured parts — designed, quoted, and ordered online since 1999.
- Founded:
- 1999
- Headquarters:
- Mahwah, New Jersey, USA
- Website:
- https://www.emachineshop.com
Instant Quoting
Summary
eMachineShop operates a Manufacturer-direct with network partners. eMachineShop operates its own machining and sheet metal shop in New Jersey and works with partner manufacturers for processes outside its in-house capability. Customers transact with eMachineShop as the single vendor of record. for custom manufacturing. Core capabilities include CNC Machining — CNC Milling, CNC Machining — CNC Turning / Lathe, CNC Machining — 4-axis and 5-axis Milling, Sheet Metal Fabrication, 3D Printing — FDM and others using materials like Aluminum (6061, 7075, 2024, 5052, 6063), Stainless Steel (303, 304, 316, 17-4 PH), Steel (1018, 1045, 4140, 4340, A36), Titanium (Grade 2, Grade 5), Brass (C360). Key certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ITAR registered (US State Dept. — Registrant Code M52808, valid through 2026-12-31). Minimum order is 1 part (no minimum order quantity for CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal, waterjet). Injection molding: typically 25–100+ parts minimum for prototype tooling. with lead times starting at CNC machining: 5–10 business days standard. Region coverage includes United States (primary — ships from Mahwah, New Jersey), Canada, United Kingdom. No public API is available.
Capabilities
| Processes | CNC Machining — CNC Milling (3-axis), CNC Machining — CNC Turning / Lathe, CNC Machining — 4-axis and 5-axis Milling, Sheet Metal Fabrication (laser cutting, bending, forming), 3D Printing — FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling), 3D Printing — SLA (Stereolithography), 3D Printing — SLS / MJF (powder bed fusion), Injection Molding (prototype and production tooling), Waterjet Cutting, Laser Cutting (CO2 and fiber), Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), Grinding (surface and cylindrical) |
|---|---|
| Materials | Aluminum (6061, 7075, 2024, 5052, 6063), Stainless Steel (303, 304, 316, 17-4 PH), Steel (1018, 1045, 4140, 4340, A36), Titanium (Grade 2, Grade 5), Brass (C360), Copper (C101, C110), Bronze, Tool Steel (D2, H13, A2), ABS, Nylon (PA6, PA12, PA66), Polycarbonate (PC), PEEK, POM / Delrin / Acetal, Acrylic (PMMA), Polypropylene (PP), UHMW Polyethylene, Garolite / G10 / FR4, TPU / Flexible Resins (3D printing) |
| Certifications | ISO 9001:2015, ITAR registered (US State Dept. — Registrant Code M52808, valid through 2026-12-31), JCP (Joint Certification Program) — authorizes handling of controlled technical information for US government and defense, CMMC-aligned cybersecurity practices, RoHS compliance available on request |
| Finishing | Anodizing Type II (clear, black, colored — aluminum), Anodizing Type III / Hard coat (aluminum), Bead blasting, Powder coating, Electroless nickel plating, Black oxide, Zinc plating, Chrome plating, Passivation (stainless steel), Chromate conversion coating (Alodine), Painting, Tumbling / deburring, Heat treatment (case hardening, annealing) |
| File Formats | eMachineShop CAD format (.ems — proprietary, free download), DXF (.dxf), DWG (.dwg), STEP (.step, .stp), IGES (.iges, .igs), STL (.stl), SolidWorks (.sldprt, .slddrw), PDF (2D drawings — supplementary) |
| Tolerances | CNC machining: ±0.005 in. (±0.127 mm) standard for metals; precision tolerances ±0.001 in. (±0.025 mm) available with drawing. ISO 2768 medium as default. Sheet metal: ±0.01 in. for laser-cut features; ±0.03 in. for bend dimensions. 3D printing: ±0.010 in. (FDM); ±0.005 in. (SLA). Injection molding: typically ±0.003–0.005 in. depending on material. |
| DFM Feedback | Yes |
Ordering & Commercial
- Minimum Order Quantity
- 1 part (no minimum order quantity for CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal, waterjet). Injection molding: typically 25–100+ parts minimum for prototype tooling.
- Lead Time
- CNC machining: 5–10 business days standard; expedite available in 3–5 business days. 3D printing: 2–5 business days. Sheet metal: 5–10 business days. Injection molding (prototype tooling): 10–20 business days. Domestic US shipping 1–3 days additional.
- Instant Quoting
- Yes
- Pricing Model
- Instant online pricing via eMachineShop CAD software or web upload. The proprietary eMachineShop CAD tool is a free download that includes real-time pricing as you design — a unique differentiator for simple 2D and 2.5D parts. Web upload (STEP/DXF) also generates instant price for standard geometries. Manual review for complex 3D geometries or tight-tolerance parts. No subscription fee — pay per order.
- Payment Terms
- Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover), PayPal, Klarna / Affirm / Afterpay (buy-now-pay-later), Google Pay / Apple Pay, ACH / bank transfer, Check, Purchase order / Net terms (for approved business accounts), Wire transfer
- Rush Options
- Expedite / rush production available for most processes. Express shipping (FedEx, UPS) available. Expedite fee added at checkout; specific amount depends on process and standard lead time.
Coverage
- Regions Served
- United States (primary — ships from Mahwah, New Jersey)CanadaUnited KingdomEuropean UnionInternational shipping to most countries
- Manufacturing Locations
- United States — New Jersey (own CNC and sheet metal facility)United States — partner facilities for overflow and specialty processesInternational partner manufacturers for select processes (inferred)
- Industries Served
- General Engineering and Product DevelopmentElectronics and Electrical EquipmentAutomotive (aftermarket and specialty)Medical Devices (R&D and prototype)RoboticsConsumer ProductsEducation and ResearchDefense and Industrial (non-ITAR-specific)
- Volume Range:
- Single prototype through medium-volume production. CNC: 1–5,000+ parts. Sheet metal: 1–5,000+ parts. 3D printing: 1–500+ parts. Injection molding: 25–500,000+ parts.
- Focus:
- Both — positioned for prototype through production. Founded in 2000 as an internet-native custom shop, eMachineShop's core advantage is accessibility for small quantities of custom parts. Production volumes available but not the primary differentiator vs. China-based competitors on price.
- IP Protection:
- Standard order confidentiality via Terms of Service. US-based manufacturing for domestically produced orders. NDA available on request for enterprise customers. No SOC 2 or ISO 27001 certification published for the platform. ITAR compliance not specifically marketed; US-based facility and ownership but formal ITAR program not confirmed in public documentation. (inferred)
Platform
- Marketplace Model
- Manufacturer-direct with network partners. eMachineShop operates its own machining and sheet metal shop in New Jersey and works with partner manufacturers for processes outside its in-house capability. Customers transact with eMachineShop as the single vendor of record.
- Supplier Vetting
- In-house manufacturing for primary processes. Partner facility standards not publicly documented. ISO 9001:2015 QMS governs quality requirements.
- Quality Assurance
- ISO 9001:2015 quality management. In-process dimensional inspection. CMM inspection available on request. Certificate of Conformance provided. Material certifications (mill certs) available. 100% inspection for tight-tolerance orders. Satisfaction guarantee — parts remade or refunded if not to specification.
- Order Tracking
- Order status updates via email at key production milestones. Account dashboard for order history and status for registered users. Shipment tracking number via FedEx/UPS provided at ship. No public API for programmatic order management.
- API Available:
- No
- Account Required:
- No
Differentiation
Best For
Engineers, defense-sector buyers, and product developers who want a reliable, US-based custom manufacturer with confirmed ITAR registration (M52808), JCP certification, and CMMC-aligned security — and the option to design simple parts directly in a free CAD tool with live pricing, no account required, and free US ground shipping.
Key Strengths
- Longest track record — established 1999, pioneer of internet-based custom manufacturing ordering (25+ years online)
- ITAR registered at entity level (Registrant Code M52808) plus JCP certification — the most complete US-domestic compliance stack for defense-adjacent work
- CMMC-aligned cybersecurity — suitable for government and defense program supply chains
- Proprietary free CAD software (eMachineShop CAD) with live pricing as you design — unique to this platform
- No account required for instant quoting — most accessible entry point of any platform in this vertical
- Free domestic US ground shipping built into quoted price — no separate shipping line item
- Broadest payment options in the vertical: credit card, ACH, Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PO
- US-based manufacturing (Mahwah, NJ) with no account required and no MOQ
Known Limitations
- Lead times (5–10 days CNC) are slower than premium competitors: Xometry (expedite), Protolabs (1-day)
- Proprietary CAD format (.ems) adds a learning curve for users of standard CAD tools
- Limited capacity for complex 5-axis or very large parts relative to platform competitors with larger networks
- No API for programmatic ordering
- Smaller scale than Xometry (NYSE-listed) or Protolabs — capacity and geographic reach more limited
- Not cost-competitive vs. China-based services (RapidDirect) for budget-sensitive ITAR-free orders
- Website UX is dated relative to newer platforms; mobile experience is limited