TFG USA

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Source: TFG USA's Official Website (https://www.tfgusa.com/)

TFG USA is a precision component manufacturer that provides diverse metal microfabrication services, such as multi-axis CNC machining, Swiss screw machining, and electrical discharge machining (EDM).

This page introduces its microfabrication features, the processing services it offers, processing examples, and more.

TFG USA's microfabrication services

TFG USA supplies microfabrication services, primarily for medical device manufacturers.
One of its features is that it combines computer numerically controlled five-axis processing, EDM, Swiss screw machining, and other methods based on customers' specific needs and applications.
The precision processing technologies it has nurtured in the medical field can also be applied to metal components used in electronic devices and semiconductor production equipment.

It has also received certifications of compliance with international quality management system standards (ISO 9001 and AS 9100).
One of the things that makes it so appealing is that it assigns a dedicated team to each client and provides integrated support for everything from product concept design to completed production.

Fabrication services

TFG USA offers custom CNC machining services for a wide range of industries, such as micro-machining for medical devices.
Its services include the precision cutting of complex shapes using five-axis machining, mass production of small diameter components using Swiss screw machining, and EDM.

Supported materials

TFG USA works with various materials used in medical and electronic components, including titanium, stainless steel, Inconel, nickel titanium, brass, and aluminum.

It also works with high-performance plastics like PEEK and PTFE.
It manages cutting conditions based on the characteristics of materials, so it achieves a high level of processing stability with little shape or precision deviation.

Supported sizes

Not listed on the company website

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TFG USA customizes its various processing methods based on specific applications, so it can mass produce small components with a high degree of precision and consistency.

It is particularly well-suited to the manufacturing of medical device components which require the combining of complex shapes and multiple processing methods.

In addition to TFG USA, this site introduces various other microfabrication service providers, categorized by fabrication method, so it's an invaluable resource for anyone trying to decide on a fabrication partner.

Examples of TFG USA's microfabrication

Micro drilling of handlebar weld points to increase pod mounting precision

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Source: TFG USA's Official Website (https://www.tfgusa.com/case-studies/handlebar-assembly-tolerance/)

TFG USA has used microfabrication to optimize the positioning of weld point holes in order to accurately mount pods (control units) to steel handlebars.

Countersunk head screws are used to achieve an even higher level of positioning accuracy and prevent slipping between the pod and the handlebar.
It developed a production system for realizing the assembly precision indicated in production drawings and maintaining stable quality.

* Source: TFG USA website (https://www.tfgusa.com/case-studies/handlebar-assembly-tolerance/)

Company Information

Company Name The Federal Group USA
Location Suite 1950, 30800 Telegraph Road
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
USA
Telephone (Toll-free) +1-(800)-759-2658
+1-(248)-545-5000
Website https://www.tfgusa.com/
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