Custom Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production

Our expert team designs and manufactures precise jigs and fixtures tailored to your production needs. These tools enhance accuracy and efficiency, streamlining your manufacturing process. With a focus on durability and performance, our custom solutions ensure consistent quality and improved productivity across various industries.

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What is Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production?

Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production used to hold and support parts during machining processes. They enhance precision, reduce errors, and improve efficiency. Our design and production services ensure that each jig and fixture is tailored to meet your specific requirements, promoting higher accuracy and faster production times.

Custom Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production Services to Enhance Your Production Efficiency

We specialize in designing and manufacturing custom jigs and fixtures that streamline your operations and boost consistency. Our engineering experts work closely with you to create durable, precision tools that minimize setup times and guarantee accurate part alignment, driving improved productivity throughout your manufacturing process.

Materials for Jigs and Fixtures design and production

Engineers and leading manufacturers trust Yicen Precision for fast iterations and durable, high-performance parts. Whether for prototyping or full-scale production, our extensive material selection ensures precision, strength, and reliability for any CNC machining project.

Aluminum

6061

7075

2024

Tool Steel

Mild Steel

1018

1045

1020

Stainless Steel

304

316

17-4 PH

Brass

C360 Free-Cutting Brass

C464 Naval Brass

Plastics

Delrin (Acetal), Nylon 6/6

UHMW

Cast Iron

Gray Cast Iron (Class 30, Class 40)

Ductile Iron (Grade 60-40-18)

Titanium

Grade 2 (Commercially Pure)

Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)

Surface Finishing for Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production

We provide custom design and manufacturing of jigs and fixtures that optimize your workflow and improve manufacturing consistency. Our engineering team collaborates with you to develop durable, precision-made tools that reduce setup time and ensure exact part positioning, enhancing overall productivity.

Black Oxide

Provides mild corrosion protection and a non-reflective matte black finish. Common for steel jigs and fixtures to reduce glare and prevent rust.

Hard Chrome Plating

Applies a thick, hard chromium layer for exceptional wear resistance and low friction. Ideal for sliding or high-contact fixture components.

Nitriding

A heat treatment process that diffuses nitrogen into the surface to improve hardness and fatigue strength. Widely used for steel fixture components requiring high surface durability.

Case Hardening (Carburizing)

Improves surface hardness while retaining a tough core, making it perfect for fixtures requiring high surface wear resistance with internal strength.

Powder Coating

Adds a thick, durable protective layer with excellent wear and corrosion resistance. Often applied to fixture frames and larger jig assemblies for long-term use.

Anodizing (for Aluminum Fixtures)

Enhances corrosion resistance and surface hardness of aluminum parts. Ideal for lightweight, corrosion-resistant fixture components.

Electroless Nickel Plating

Provides uniform coating, excellent corrosion resistance, and moderate hardness without an electrical current. Suitable for complex-shaped tooling components.

Phosphate Coating

Offers corrosion resistance and improves lubricity on ferrous parts. Common for jigs and fixtures exposed to oily or wet environments.

Design Guidelines for Custom Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production

Optimize your designs for manufacturability with our helpful guidelines. Our experts provide feedback on your custom machined part for the best results in Custom Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production.

Features	Recommended Size
Radii	For internal corners, a minimum radius of 1 mm is recommended to avoid stress concentrations and improve tool access. For larger fixtures, radii up to 3 mm can enhance durability.
Threads and Tapped Holes	For external threads, diameters between M2 and M10 are commonly used. Internal thread depth should be 1.5 times the diameter for stability and strength.
Minimum Wall Thickness	Ensure a minimum wall thickness of 2 mm for fixtures and 3 mm for jigs to maintain structural integrity and prevent warping during use.
Text	Text engraving should have a minimum height of 2 mm and depth of at least 0.5 mm to ensure legibility and durability after use.
Holes	Minimum hole diameter should be 2 mm for general use, and larger holes should be designed to maintain a diameter-to-depth ratio of 1:3 to prevent tool deflection.

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What is The Process of Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production services?

Jigs and Fixtures design and production services enhance precision, efficiency, and repeatability in manufacturing. Our engineers work closely with you to assess part geometry, materials, and tolerances. The result is a tailored solution that aligns seamlessly with your production goals.

Initial Consultation and Analysis

We begin with a consultation to understand your production needs, part dimensions, and machine specifications. This step allows us to identify potential challenges and design solutions that will optimize your workflow.

Design Engineering & CAD Modeling

Using advanced CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, we create detailed models of your jigs and fixtures. These 3D models provide a virtual representation of the tools, allowing for easy modifications and adjustments before moving to production. This stage helps visualize the final product, ensuring everything is accurate and functional.

Material Selection

The selection of materials is critical to the durability and performance of jigs and fixtures. Depending on your production requirements, we offer a range of materials, from steel and aluminum to high-strength composites, ensuring that the tools can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature environments without compromising performance.

What Technologies Are Used in Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production?

Once the design is finalized, the next step is manufacturing. At this stage, cutting-edge technologies come into play, ensuring that your jigs and fixtures meet the highest standards of quality and precision.

CNC Machining

One of the core technologies used in the production of jigs and fixtures is CNC machining. With multi-axis CNC machines, we can achieve precise cuts, shapes, and complex features with high accuracy. This technology allows us to create tools with tight tolerances, ensuring perfect alignment and repeatability across batches. CNC machines can work with a wide range of materials, providing flexibility and adaptability in the production process.

3D Printing for Rapid Prototyping

To speed up the design process, we often use 3D printing for rapid prototyping. This allows us to quickly produce a physical version of the jig or fixture, enabling immediate testing and iteration before final production. Using 3D printing, we can also produce parts with intricate geometries that might be challenging with traditional manufacturing methods.

Surface Finishing

After the initial manufacturing process, we apply surface finishing techniques like grinding, polishing, or coating to enhance the durability and appearance of the jigs and fixtures. These finishes reduce wear and tear, prevent rust, and ensure that the tools are as smooth and precise as possible, improving the overall performance of your production line.

Yicen Machining Solutions

Whether you’re creating a small batch of custom parts or scaling up for high-volume production, Yicen machining services offer the flexibility you need.

Rapid Prototyping

CNC rapid prototype machining is perfect for creating engineering or production prototypes that closely resemble the final product in both appearance and functionality. At Yicen, we offer instant quotes and fast delivery, providing you with precise, high-quality CNC machined prototypes for your needs.

Low Volume Manufacturing

Low volume CNC machining often acts as a bridge between prototyping and mass production for new and emerging production. With Yicen, this process becomes easier, more efficient, and cost-effective, allowing you to scale production quickly while maintaining high-quality standards.

End-use Production

CNC production machining is the best solution for producing a thousand parts or more efficiently. Leveraging a diverse selection of materials and automation and multi-axis capabilities, Yicen delivers high-volume production with tight tolerances, superior dimensional accuracy, high reliability and fast turnaround times.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Jigs and Fixtures Design and Production

What are the advantages of custom-designed jigs and fixtures?

Custom-designed jigs and fixtures offer several advantages over off-the-shelf solutions. They are tailored to the specific needs of the manufacturing process, ensuring that parts are held securely and precisely. Custom designs can also improve cycle times by optimizing workflow, reducing the need for frequent adjustments or retooling. Additionally, custom jigs and fixtures can be designed to accommodate specific part geometries or manufacturing constraints, leading to higher overall efficiency and reduced error rates.
What industries benefit from jigs and fixtures design and production?

Jigs and fixtures are used in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical devices, and heavy manufacturing. These tools are essential for improving the speed, precision, and quality of production in sectors that require high-volume, repeatable manufacturing processes. Whether it’s for assembling intricate components or ensuring consistent machining operations, jigs and fixtures play a key role in improving overall manufacturing efficiency.
What are jigs and fixtures, and how are they used in manufacturing?

Jigs and fixtures are tools used to hold, support, or guide a workpiece during manufacturing processes like drilling, milling, or assembly. A jig helps position and guide the tool, ensuring that operations are performed at precise locations, while a fixture holds the workpiece in place. Together, they improve the accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of production, especially in high-volume manufacturing, where repeatability is critical.
What are the key differences between jigs and fixtures?

The primary difference between jigs and fixtures lies in their function. A jig is designed to guide the tool and ensure that it performs operations at the correct location on the workpiece, while a fixture simply holds the workpiece in place without guiding the tool. Both are essential in reducing errors and ensuring precision, but jigs are generally more complex due to their additional role in tool guidance.
Why are jigs and fixtures important for precision manufacturing?

Jigs and fixtures are crucial for ensuring that parts are produced with high precision and repeatability. They eliminate the variability that can arise from manual handling or positioning, reducing the chances of error. This is especially important in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing, where even the slightest deviation can result in significant issues. By providing accurate and stable support for the workpiece, jigs and fixtures contribute to high-quality, reliable products.
What types of jigs and fixtures does Yicen Precision design and produce?

At Yicen Precision, we design and produce a wide range of jigs and fixtures, including drilling jigs, assembly jigs, welding fixtures, CNC fixtures, and more. We specialize in creating custom solutions tailored to specific manufacturing processes, whether you need tools for precision drilling, part assembly, or automated machine setups. Our team works closely with clients to ensure that each jig or fixture meets the exact specifications required for optimal performance.
How do you ensure the accuracy and quality of jigs and fixtures?

We ensure the accuracy and quality of jigs and fixtures by utilizing advanced CNC machining technologies, precise measurement tools, and quality control processes throughout the design and production phases. Each jig and fixture is carefully engineered to meet the client’s exact requirements, and we conduct rigorous testing to verify that they function correctly and consistently. Our team ensures that all parts align precisely with the machining process to deliver high-performance tools that support seamless production.