CNC Milled Fixture Components
Precision-machined workholding elements engineered for repeatable zero-point positioning, heavy milling stability, and rigorous multi-axis setup requirements.
Product Overview
CNC milled fixture components form the skeletal positioning system for precision machining and automated inspection. This category covers modular bases, riser blocks, locating pins, v-blocks, clamping jaws, and sub-plates produced directly from customer CAD data.
Built to eliminate setup variance in high-mix or high-volume production lines, these components maintain sub-micron repeatability under dynamic cutting loads. Integration into modular grid systems or dedicated trunnion setups reduces setup downtime by up to 60 percent compared to soft-jaw or manual clamping alternatives.
Technical Specifications
|
Parameter |
Standard Specification |
Custom Capability |
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Dimensional Tolerance |
+/- 0.01 mm |
+/- 0.005 mm (upon engineering review) |
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Geometric Tolerances |
Flatness / Parallelism within 0.005 mm per 300 mm |
Custom tight-tolerance datums mapped to 3D CAD |
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Standard Materials |
Al 7075-T6, 4140 Alloy Steel (Pre-hardened 28-32 HRC), SUS304 / SUS440C |
Titanium (Grade 5 / Ti-6Al-4V), Cast Iron (FC300), Tool Steel (D2 / SKD11) |
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Surface Treatment |
Hard Coat Anodizing (HV > 450), Black Oxide, Electroless Nickel Plating |
DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, passivation, heat treatment up to 58 HRC |
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Grid / Hole Patterns |
M6 / M8 / M10 tapped holes on 25 mm / 50 mm grids |
Custom dowel pin locations, T-slots, or blank faces |
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File Formats Accepted |
STEP, IGES, Parasolid, DXF, SolidWorks, CATIA |
Complete DFM feedback provided within 24 hours |
Key Features
Zero-Point Interface Compatibility: Precision ground locating bores and pull-stud mounting patterns fit standard pneumatic and mechanical zero-point clamping systems (Erowa, Schunk, 3ITS).
Stress-Relieved Raw Materials: Raw stock undergoes thermal stress relief or pre-stretching cycles prior to rough machining to eliminate internal warping during heavy material removal.
Tight Datum Control: Critical locating surfaces are machined in single-setup 5-axis operations or precision ground to maintain perpendicularity and parallelism under harsh clamping pressures.
Optimized Chip Evacuation: Pocket geometries and corner radii are engineered to prevent chip packing during high-speed aluminum or steel roughing operations.
Applications
Aerospace Structural Machining: Holding thin-walled aluminum or titanium aerospace brackets on 5-axis vertical machining centers to control chatter and thermal drift.
Automotive Powertrain Lines: High-durability steel fixture towers and base plates deployed in transfer lines for engine blocks and transmission housings.
Medical Implant Production: Stainless steel micro-fixture components holding cobalt-chrome or titanium orthopedic joints during complex multi-axis profiling.
CMM Metrology Staging: Precision base plates and reference cubes utilized for optical and tactile coordinate measuring machine calibration and part inspection.
Customization
Manufacturing directly to customer engineering drawings without minimum order quantity (MOQ) restrictions for production runs or prototype sets.
Engineering Support: DFM (Design for Manufacturability) analysis returned within 24 hours to optimize wall thickness, reduce setup changes, and lower machining costs.
Material Traceability: Mill test certificates (MTRs) supplied with every lot confirming chemical composition and mechanical properties.
Laser Marking: Serial numbers, part numbers, or orientation markers laser-engraved onto non-critical surfaces for tool management and traceability.
Quality Control & Inspection
Inspection protocols follow strict ISO 9001 quality management standards, utilizing temperature-controlled metrology labs.
Dimensional Verification: 100% first-article inspection (FAI) utilizing calibrated Bridge CMMs and laser trackers.
Surface Finish Analysis: Stylus profilometers verify surface roughness parameters (Ra) meet strict blueprint callouts (typically Ra <= 0.8 um).
Hardness Testing: Rockwell and Brinell hardness testing conducted on all heat-treated steel and alloy components prior to final packaging.
Inspection Documentation: Comprehensive dimensional inspection reports supplied with shipments upon request.
Production & Delivery
Machining Infrastructure: Equipped with high-speed 5-axis CNC vertical mills, horizontal machining centers (HMCs) with pallet changers, and high-precision CNC surface grinders.
Lead Times:
• Prototypes: 7 to 12 business days.
• Production Batches: 3 to 5 weeks depending on material availability and post-processing (heat treatment/coating).
Packaging Standards: Components are treated with corrosion-inhibiting oil, sealed in VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) poly bags, and packed in reinforced export-grade wooden crates to prevent transit damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Request a Quote
Submit your engineering drawings and material specifications to receive a formal quotation and DFM feedback within 24 hours.
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Upload Portal: [Insert Link to Secure RFQ Form / File Uploader supporting large CAD files]
Required Files: 3D CAD (STEP/IGES) + 2D PDF Drawing (with tolerances and material grades)
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