Engineering & procurement
A reviewable path from your mechanism brief to production
Custom mini actuator manufacturing starts with the interfaces and operating conditions your machine requires. Our engineering-led approach connects motor selection, precision transmission design and manufacturing coordination. The first deliverable is a defined scope: what can be evaluated, which assumptions need testing and what evidence will support a production decision.
Requirements & feasibility
Interfaces & design review
Prototype & verification
Production transfer
A proposed review workflow. The actual deliverables, test work, timing and responsibilities are agreed for the project.
Choose a configuration review when the mechanism is established. Choose a development program when the transmission, sensing or installation envelope still needs engineering work.
| Review item | Scope to define | Evidence or agreement |
|---|---|---|
| Standard configuration review | A known motion concept with changes to stroke, end fittings, wiring or feedback. | Confirm the affected drawing, electrical compatibility, sample needs and availability in the quote. |
| Joint mechanical development | A custom screw, integrated motor, housing or constrained installation envelope. | Agree on design ownership, DFM scope, validation responsibilities and revision milestones. |
| Engineering and tooling charges | NRE, special fixtures, tooling and additional test work. | List each item, payment milestone, ownership and any reuse or credit terms explicitly. No blanket refund policy is implied. |
| Samples and production | Prototype quantity, pilot run and forecast production demand. | Separate sample price, batch price, capacity assumptions and delivery milestones in the quotation. |
Use the editable text checklist to make the first review concrete. Identify confidential files by name and revision; agree on the exchange method before sharing them.
Engineering RFQ — Custom OEM Manufacturing Source: https://minilinearactuators.com/custom-oem-manufacturing To: [email protected] Company / contact: Application and project stage: Application and project stage: Load-speed-time profile; stroke and installed envelope: Motor / transmission / feedback constraints: Drawings and revision; confidential exchange requirements: Prototype acceptance and required evidence: Prototype / pilot / annual quantities and target milestones: Supply boundary, NRE / tooling and ownership questions: Required drawings / CAD format and revision: Sample quantity / estimated production quantity: Target milestone: Requirements checklist only. Configuration, documentation availability, acceptance criteria and commercial terms require review.
Yes. A dimensioned sketch, operating profile and clear interface constraints can support an initial scope discussion. A controlled drawing and acceptance plan are needed before a prototype or production commitment is finalized.
These are quotation-specific. Geometry, sourcing, tooling, test scope and quantities affect the commercial plan. Request separate prototype and production terms, and record any NRE credit or tooling ownership agreement in writing.
Yes, describe the intended load path, motor or drive constraints and available assembly envelope. The review should cover bearings, guidance, feedback, heat rejection and how the axis will be assembled and tested.
Begin with a non-confidential requirements summary. Agree on confidentiality terms and a suitable file exchange method before sending restricted drawings. The website form accepts text and does not provide file upload.
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