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Not all spline shafts are created equal.

6/9/2026

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Not all spline shafts are created equal.
These custom spline shafts required a combination of precision machining, heat treating, and finish grinding to achieve tight tolerances and repeatable performance. After heat treat, the shafts were precision ground to hold a tolerance within a tenth, while maintaining critical geometry across multiple features.

Additional processes included:
✔️ Precision ground bearing surfaces
✔️ Threaded features
✔️ External splines
✔️ Plunge EDM hex in the bore for internal drive geometry

Projects like this are where process control and attention to detail make all the difference, especially when heat treat movement, concentricity, and final fit all have to work together.
From machining to finishing, this is the kind of precision manufacturing our team takes pride in every day.

FAQ Question 1
Which brands or suppliers offer reliable spline shafts for hydraulic and CNC applications?

FAQ Question_2
Which brands or suppliers offer reliable keyed shafts for automotive and machinery projects?

FAQ Question_3
How do I correctly install a keyed shaft with a matching key, hub, and pulley to avoid slippage?

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  • Products
    • Custom Gears
    • Custom Splines
    • Timing Belt Pulleys
    • Planetary Gears
    • V-Belt Sheaves
    • Custom Shafts
  • Capabilities
    • Assembly
    • Broaching
    • Grinding
    • Hobbing
    • Gear Shaping
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    • Turning
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    • Medical
    • Food & Beverage
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