Multi-axis CNC machined robot arms, joints, end effectors and brackets made to your exact tolerances and finish. One-off prototypes to high-volume OEM orders.
We manufacture custom machined robot parts for robotics builders, automation integrators, OEMs, and engineering teams worldwide. Every component is produced to your exact drawing, model, or sample — with the tight tolerances, lightweight materials, and clean surface finish that moving robotic systems demand.
From a single prototype for a new robot design to recurring production batches for established product lines, we support the full product lifecycle with consistent quality and dependable lead times.
Robotic systems combine high-speed motion, repeated loading, and precise positioning. Components must be dimensionally accurate, structurally rigid, and often as light as possible. CNC machining produces strong, accurate parts directly from solid material without the design limitations of standard catalog components — making it ideal for structural frames, joint components, and end-of-arm tooling.
Whether your robot needs a stiffness-critical arm section, a close-tolerance housing, or a lightweight adapter plate, custom machining ensures each part fits the assembly and performs cycle after cycle.
We build to your design rather than supplying generic off-the-shelf parts. The following parameters are fully customizable.
| Parameter | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Part type | Structural, joint, mounting, housing, end effector, drivetrain, custom geometry |
| Robot type | Industrial robots, collaborative robots (cobots), AMR/AGV, gantry, SCARA, delta, custom and research robots |
| Size range | Miniature sensor and gripper components to large frame and base structures |
| Materials | Aluminum, steel, stainless, titanium, brass, copper, engineering plastics |
| Tolerance | General machining tolerances or tight tolerances on fits, bores, and datums |
| Surface finish | As-machined, fine milling, turning, grinding, bead blasting, brushing, polishing |
| Surface treatment | Anodizing, hard anodizing, plating, black oxide, powder coating, painting, passivation |
| Hole features | Precision bores, tapped holes, counterbores, dowel holes, locating holes |
| Geometry | Thin walls, deep pockets, complex 3D surfaces, multi-axis contoured parts |
| Marking | Part number, revision level, serial number, or custom laser marking |
| Production volume | 1-piece prototypes, validation batches, serial production |
| Category | Typical Components |
|---|---|
| Arm & structure | Arm links, wrist housings, shoulder and elbow joints, base plates, ribs, frames |
| Joint components | Joint housings, bearing seats, shaft collars, couplings, hubs, pulleys, spacers |
| End-of-arm tooling | Gripper fingers, jaws, tool changers, suction mounts, bracket assemblies, adapter plates |
| Drivetrain | Gearbox housings, motor mounts, pulley and belt components, drive shafts, brackets |
| Motion components | Linear slides, guide rails, carriage plates, cam followers, custom shafts |
| Housings & enclosures | Controller boxes, sensor housings, camera mounts, lidar and scanner brackets |
| Mobile robots (AMR/AGV) | Chassis plates, wheel mounts, bumper brackets, battery trays, docking components |
| Fixtures & automation | Robot cell fixtures, locating nests, pedestals, custom mounting structures |
| Wear & tooling parts | Wear pads, guide strips, insulators, custom tooling in engineering plastics |
Material selection directly affects robot weight, payload, speed, inertia, and fatigue life. We machine a wide range of materials matched to each component’s function.
| Material | Common Grades | Typical Use in Robotics |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | 6061, 6063, 7075, 2024, MIC-6 cast plate | Arms, links, plates, housings, lightweight structures |
| Steel | 1018, 1045, 4140, 4340 | Shafts, gears, high-load joints, wear components |
| Stainless steel | 303, 304, 316, 17-4 PH | Corrosion-resistant, food, medical, and cleanroom parts |
| Titanium | Grade 2, Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) | High-strength, lightweight, fatigue-critical components |
| Brass / copper | C360 brass, copper alloys | Bushings, electrical, EMI and grounding components |
| Engineering plastics | Delrin/POM, nylon, UHMW, HDPE, PEEK, PTFE, PVC | Gripper fingers, wear pads, insulators, lightweight guides |
| Cast materials | Cast aluminum, ductile iron blanks | Large housings and base components machined from castings |
| Other materials | Per customer specification | Send drawing or application requirements for review |
Material certificates and mill test reports can be provided with shipment when required.
| Process | Robotics Capability |
|---|---|
| 3-axis CNC milling | Plates, brackets, pockets, mounting and structural components |
| 4- and 5-axis machining | Contoured arm links, complex housings, multi-face parts in one setup |
| CNC turning | Shafts, hubs, pulleys, spacers, cylindrical joint components |
| Multi-axis turn-mill | Complex rotational parts with cross holes, flats, and milled features |
| Precision boring | Accurate bearing bores and locating diameters |
| Grinding | Tight tolerance and fine finish on shafts and critical surfaces |
| Drilling & tapping | Bolt patterns, dowel holes, threaded mounting points |
| Sheet & plate work | Base plates, chassis, cell fixtures from cut and machined plate |
| Secondary operations | Deburring, heat treatment, anodizing, plating, coating, laser marking |
We can machine from solid bar, plate, forgings, castings, or customer-supplied blanks. For robotics, machining from solid aluminum is commonly used to combine low weight with high stiffness and predictable lead times.
| Industry / Sector | Common Robotics Components |
|---|---|
| Industrial automation | Articulated robot arms, joint housings, tool changers, grippers |
| Collaborative robots (cobots) | Lightweight links, sensor brackets, soft-tool adapters, covers |
| Automotive manufacturing | Welding and handling fixtures, end effectors, locators, pedestals |
| Electronics & semiconductor | Clean handling parts, tray handlers, precision brackets, camera mounts |
| Warehousing & logistics | AMR/AGV chassis, conveyor interfaces, wheel and bumper components |
| Food & packaging | Stainless and food-safe plastic grippers, guides, mounting parts |
| Medical & laboratory | Instrument housings, positioning mechanisms, custom automation parts |
| Aerospace & defense | Lightweight high-strength structures, titanium and aluminum components |
| Agriculture & construction | Heavy-duty robot and automation mounts, adapters, wear parts |
| Research & education | Custom robot frames, test rigs, prototype joints and mechanisms |
Accuracy and repeatability are essential in robotics, where small dimensional errors can cause assembly problems or degraded motion performance. Every order follows a controlled process from material receipt to final packing.
| Stage | Control Activity |
|---|---|
| Pre-production | Drawing review, datum and tolerance confirmation, feasibility feedback |
| Material | Material verification against specified grade |
| First article | Full dimensional inspection before batch release |
| In-process | Checks at each machining operation, including critical bores and fits |
| Final inspection | Dimensional verification of key dimensions, positions, and finishes |
| Surface & appearance | Deburring, edge break, finish, and treatment inspection |
| Assembly check | Trial assembly or fit check available for mating component sets |
| Packing | Protective, clearly labeled export packaging |
Inspection methods include calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, pin gauges, coordinate measuring, and surface comparison. Inspection reports, first-article reports, and material documentation can be supplied on request.
| Advantage | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Built exactly to your design | Parts that fit your robot without modification or redesign |
| Tight tolerance capability | Accurate bores, fits, and hole positions for smooth assembly |
| Lightweight material expertise | Aluminum, titanium, and plastics for lower inertia and higher payload |
| Complex geometry support | Multi-axis machining for contoured arms and multi-face housings |
| Prototype to production | Develop, validate, and scale with a single manufacturing partner |
| Engineering support | Design-for-manufacture review and material and finish advice |
| Consistent repeat orders | Same drawings, processes, and quality across every batch |
| Fast response on quotes | Clear pricing and lead times based on your actual model and quantities |
| Reliable export delivery | Protected packaging and arranged international logistics |
| Confidential handling | Customer drawings and designs treated as proprietary information |
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 3D model | STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, or other CAD model preferred |
| 2D drawing | PDF or DWG with dimensions, tolerances, and finish requirements |
| Material | Grade, standard, or functional requirements |
| Quantity | Prototype quantity, batch size, and estimated annual volume |
| Critical tolerances | Fits, bores, positional tolerances, and assembly datums |
| Surface finish | Machined finish, Ra value, bead blast, brush, or polish |
| Treatment | Anodizing, plating, coating, heat treatment, marking |
| Thread & fastener info | Metric or imperial threads, inserts, helicoils, dowel specifications |
| Assembly requirements | Whether parts are supplied individually or as matched sets |
| Delivery target | Required date and shipping terms |
If you are still in the design phase, send a concept model, sketch, or reference sample. Our engineering team can review the design for manufacturability and help refine features before production.
| Step | Stage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inquiry | Send 3D models, drawings, and quantities |
| 2 | Engineering review | Tolerance, material, and manufacturability review |
| 3 | Quotation | Price, lead time, and terms provided in writing |
| 4 | Order confirmation | Order confirmation and payment arrangement |
| 5 | Production planning | Material, programming, fixturing, and tooling preparation |
| 6 | First article | Prototype or first-article inspection and approval |
| 7 | Batch production | Machining with in-process quality control |
| 8 | Final inspection | Dimensional and finish verification |
| 9 | Treatment & marking | Anodizing, plating, coating, or marking as specified |
| 10 | Packing & shipment | Protective export packaging and dispatch |
| 11 | After-sales support | Fitment feedback, revisions, and repeat-order support |
Can you produce one-off robot prototypes? Yes. Single prototypes and small development batches are common, and the same process can later scale to serial production.
Can you machine lightweight, thin-walled robot structures? Yes. We regularly machine thin walls, deep pockets, and contoured aluminum components using careful fixturing and machining strategy to maintain accuracy.
Do you support 5-axis contoured parts? Yes. Multi-axis machining supports complex arm links, contoured housings, and parts requiring features on several faces with minimal setups.
Can you make matching component sets? Yes. Mating parts, joint assemblies, and left/hand and right/hand components can be produced with coordinated tolerances and trial assembly when requested.
Can you install threaded inserts or helicoils? Yes. Inserts, helicoils, press-fit bushings, and other secondary assembly features can be included per drawing.
What if I only have a model without detailed drawings? A 3D model is often enough to quote. We can confirm tolerances, finishes, and threads with you and produce production documentation as needed.
Can you reverse engineer a sample part? Yes. Send the physical part and we can measure it, create a model, and submit it for your confirmation before machining.
How are parts protected for export shipment? Components are deburred, cleaned, protected against corrosion where needed, individually wrapped as appropriate, and packed in labeled cartons or plywood cases.
What if a part does not match the drawing? Any confirmed non-conformance is handled promptly through remake, correction, or credit under the agreed order terms.
Robot performance depends on components that are accurate, lightweight, and consistent batch after batch. Send us your 3D model, drawing, or sample requirements, and our engineering team will review the design, confirm material and tolerance details, and return a competitive quotation with a clear lead time.
From a single prototype joint to recurring production of complete robot structural assemblies, we are set up to deliver precision machined robot parts that fit correctly, move reliably, and support your production schedule.