Tooling Plates & Part Nests
CNC machined tooling plates, EOAT nests, locating fixtures, and datum-controlled part supports for robotic pick, place, inspection, and assembly cells.
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Gripper Jaws & Fingers
Custom CNC machined gripper jaws and fingers for robotic handling, matched jaw sets, non-marring contact, part location, and CTQ inspection planning.
Gripper fingers control the contact between the robot and the workpiece. The buyer-side risk is not just whether the jaw can be machined, but whether it grips repeatably without damage, slip, or hidden part-location drift.
Inquiry Email
Attach your CAD files (STEP, IGES) and tolerances for quick quoting.
Buyer Questions This Part Must Answer
- Will the contact geometry hold the part without marking or slipping?
- Are matched jaw sets controlled as a functional pair?
- Which surfaces should be measured and which can remain cosmetic?
- Does the selected material match grip force, wear, cleaning, and replacement needs?
Common Applications
custom robot gripper fingerspneumatic gripper jawscobot end-effector contact insertsmedical or electronics handling jawsreplaceable soft-touch and wear-pad carriers
Material Options to Review
Material choice should follow payload, contact, cleaning, wear, and documentation requirements. These are common starting points for RFQ review, not a substitute for drawing-specific material callouts.
- AL6061-T6 or AL7075-T6 for lightweight structural jaws
- SUS304, SUS316L, or 17-4PH for wear, cleaning, or high-force contact
- POM, nylon, PEEK, or urethane inserts for non-marring contact
- Hybrid metal carrier plus polymer contact pad when both stiffness and part protection matter
Machining Focus
The machining route should protect the features that affect robot fit, product contact, sealing, replacement, and repeat-order stability.
matched contact geometry and mirrored jaw sets
contact radii, pocket depth, grip grooves, and part nests
insert retention details and service replacement access
surface finish and edge break where the jaw touches finished parts
Visual RFQ Context
Images to Anchor the Engineering Discussion
Use these product references to decide what belongs in the drawing package: interface faces, part-contact areas, service access, pneumatic or cable details, and the features that should become CTQ inspection points.
Parallel gripper interface
Clarifies actuator fit, jaw mounting, and replacement access before quoting.
Servo gripper finger detail
Useful for force-controlled handling where contact geometry affects product risk.
Matched jaw geometry
Shows why paired or mirrored jaws should be controlled together.
Inspection Plan by Functional Feature
A useful FAI or dimensional reporting plan starts from part function. The table below shows what buyers usually need to verify before releasing the sample or repeating the part.
| Feature | Risk Controlled | Typical Inspection | Buyer Output |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact profile and radii | Part damage, slip, inconsistent grip force | Profile or critical-dimension checks tied to the contact surface | Functional jaw inspection notes |
| Matched jaw pair geometry | Uneven clamping and part skew | Matched-set comparison and key datum checks | Pairing record for repeat orders |
| Insert pocket and fastener details | Loose inserts, difficult maintenance, stripped threads | Pocket depth, thread, and access review | Serviceability notes for production release |
RFQ Checklist
Include these details in the first email to reduce clarification cycles and make the quote easier for engineering and procurement to review.
- Workpiece material, finish, weight, and damage sensitivity
- Grip force, jaw stroke, and gripper actuator model
- Contact surfaces that must be measured or protected
- Replaceable insert design, wear-pad material, or soft-touch requirements
- Prototype quantity, spare jaw quantity, and annual replacement plan
Risk Controls Before PO
These controls prevent avoidable sample rework, ambiguous inspection results, and repeat-order mismatches.
- Avoid sharp internal corners where stress or cleaning residue can accumulate.
- Do not make every jaw surface tight tolerance; define the functional contact zones.
- Confirm whether polymer inserts should be machined, molded, bonded, or mechanically retained.
- Mark left/right or paired jaws clearly for assembly and repeat-order control.
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RFQ Readiness
One RFQ Package That Engineering, Quality, and Procurement Can Use
A good EOAT machining inquiry should make the part manufacturable, inspectable, and purchasable in the same thread. Use this checklist before sending CAD so the first reply can include useful DFM, lead-time, inspection, and document assumptions.
1. Prepare the technical RFQ package
- STEP/IGES model and PDF drawing with revision control
- Material grade, surface finish, hardness, and cleanability notes
- CTQ dimensions, datum surfaces, mating parts, and acceptance method
- Prototype quantity, repeat quantity, annual forecast, and ship-to country
- Inspection output needed: FAI, dimensional report, COA/MTR, or buyer format
Capability fit
Machining route, tolerance risk, and feature-level fit review.
Trust assets
FAI, COA/MTR, NDA, onboarding, and RFQ checklist downloads.
Inspection scope
CTQ dimensions, dimensional checks, FAI records, and buyer evidence.
Material records
Grade selection, COA/MTR support, and finish documentation.
Ready to Review a Gripper Jaws RFQ?
Send STEP/IGES files, 2D drawings, target quantity, material, finish, and the CTQ dimensions your team needs to approve. We will respond with DFM questions, quote assumptions, lead-time risks, and inspection scope notes.
Inquiry Email
Attach your CAD files (STEP, IGES) and tolerances for quick quoting.