Flanged Elastic Collet Connector

We provide 2D/3D drawings with key dimensions and tolerance requirements to evaluate machining solutions for this flanged elastic collet connector. The part features a rotational body structure with a cylindrical neck at the top, transitioning to a wide flange in the middle, and several evenly spaced longitudinal slots (slits) distributed around the bottom circumference. This design is typically used for pipe connections, cable fastening, or as an elastic chuck in transmission shaft systems, achieving clamping through radial contraction at the bottom, while the flange face provides axial positioning and mounting support.

During manufacturing, special attention is paid to the inner hole diameter, outer circle concentricity, and the consistency of depth and width of the bottom slots. The perpendicularity of the bottom slots and the spacing between openings directly affect the part's elastic deformation capability and uniformity of clamping force. Precise toolpath planning is required to eliminate burrs and ensure smooth cut surfaces. For high-precision fits, strict control over the flatness of the flange face and the tolerance of the neck outer diameter is necessary to ensure uniform force distribution during tightening or press-fit assembly, preventing fracture or slippage due to stress concentration.

Leveraging the CNC lathe clusters and machining centers at our Ningbo factory, we efficiently complete the turning and slot milling processes for such parts. We flexibly adjust cutting parameters for different base materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, or brass to optimize surface roughness and dimensional stability. Our production process combines profile projectors and roughness testers to verify key features. We support reverse engineering and bulk customization based on customer-provided physical samples or CAD data, meeting the diverse needs of the communications, hydraulic, and automation industries for precision connectors.