CNC Machined Tooling Australia
Custom CNC machined tooling — cutting tool holders, drill jigs, assembly fixtures, welding fixtures, inspection fixtures, CNC fixture plates, modular tooling components, and custom tool posts. Steel 4140, tool steel A2, D2, O1, stainless steel, aluminium, titanium. Manufactured in Australia. Quote in 2 business days.
Tooling We Manufacture
Complete range of manufacturing tooling to optimize production, reduce cost, and ensure quality.
Cutting Tool Holders
Boring bars, face mill arbors, end mill holders with tight runout.
Drill Jigs & Bushings
Precision jigs for hole location; replaceable drill bushings for wear.
Assembly Fixtures
Part-positioning fixtures for repeatability during manual or automated assembly.
Welding Fixtures
Component-holding fixtures that enable precise weld positioning.
Inspection Fixtures
CMM fixtures or gauging plates for quality verification.
CNC Fixture Plates
Modular mounting systems (T-nuts, pocket arrays) for flexible production.
Modular Tooling Components
Locating pins, clamps, mounting blocks for quick-change systems.
Custom Tool Posts
Lathe or specialized tool holders for unique applications.
Materials for Tooling
| Material | Grade | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Tool Steel | A2 (air-hardening) | General-purpose tooling, excellent toughness, standard choice |
| Tool Steel | D2 (oil-hardening) | High-wear tooling, maximum hardness, low distortion |
| Tool Steel | O1 (oil-hardening) | Precision jigs, tight dimensional control, straightness |
| Steel | 4140 (hardened) | General-purpose fixtures, good strength/hardness balance |
| Stainless Steel | 17-4 PH | Corrosion-resistant tooling, aerospace applications |
| Aluminium | 7075-T6 | Lightweight fixture plates, CNC mounting systems |
| Titanium | Grade 5 | Extreme-temperature tooling, aerospace, weight-critical |
| Cast Iron | ductile, grey | Large fixture plates, precision boring blocks |
Industries We Serve
Manufacturing
Automotive
Aerospace & Defence
Electronics
Medical Devices
Industrial Machinery
Appliances
Consumer Products
Heavy Equipment
Manufacturing Capabilities
5-Axis CNC Machining
- ✓ Complex cavity and contour cutting
- ✓ Precision locator bore machining
- ✓ Through-spindle coolant for deep pockets
- ✓ Integrated clamp pocket design
- ✓ High-accuracy datum features
Heat Treatment & Hardening
- ✓ Air-hardening tool steel A2
- ✓ Oil-hardening D2 and O1
- ✓ Hardness 45–65 HRC per spec
- ✓ Minimal distortion hardening
- ✓ Stress-relief for dimensional stability
Precision Locating
- ✓ Locator pin bores h7 tolerance
- ✓ Fixture surface flatness ±0.02mm
- ✓ Runout control <0.01mm TIR
- ✓ CMM verification of all critical features
- ✓ Repeatability certified
Design & Assembly
- ✓ Design review included in quote
- ✓ CAD-based fixture design
- ✓ Assembly and test fitting
- ✓ Quick-change interface design
- ✓ Automation-ready configurations
Tooling FAQs
What tooling types can you manufacture?
We manufacture all types of manufacturing tooling: cutting tool holders (boring bars, face mills, end mills), drill jigs and bushings (for precision hole drilling), assembly fixtures (for part positioning during assembly), welding fixtures (for holding components during welding), inspection fixtures (for CMM verification or gauging), CNC fixture plates (modular mounting systems), and modular tooling components. Specify your manufacturing process and part geometry.
What materials are best for durable tooling?
Tool steel A2 (air-hardening) is the standard choice for most tooling due to excellent toughness and hardness. Tool steel D2 (oil-hardening) offers maximum hardness for high-wear applications. Steel 4140 (hardened to 45–50 HRC) is used for general-purpose tooling. O1 (oil-hardening) is selected for jigs requiring dimensional stability. Choose based on wear rate, hardness requirement, and size.
What tolerances can you hold on fixture locators?
Standard CNC machining holds ±0.05mm on fixture locator positions. For high-precision work (stacking fixtures or CMM verification), we hold ±0.02mm. Locator bore diameters for dowel pins are held to h7 tolerance for accurate repeatability. Specify your repeatability requirement and we will design accordingly.
What is the typical lead time for custom tooling?
Lead time for custom tooling depends on complexity. Simple jigs or fixture plates: 7–10 business days. Complex assemblies with hardened inserts or fine features: 10–15 business days. Expedited services available. We also offer design review to optimize tooling for manufacturing cost and lead time. Request a quote with your timeline.
Can you design tooling for automated assembly?
Yes. Automated assembly tooling requires precision and repeatability. We design fixtures with guide rails, pneumatic clamps, and quick-change interfaces for inline production. Our engineering team works with your assembly line specifications to optimize cycle time and eliminate setup time. Discuss your production volume and assembly process during quoting.
Do you offer hardening and surface treatment for tooling?
Yes. Hardening (to 55–65 HRC typical) is applied after rough machining to maintain dimensional accuracy. Heat treatment partners are on our network. Nitriding (for localized surface hardening) and nitride coating (for wear reduction) are also available. Discuss your hardness requirement and we will specify the optimal treatment process.
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