# P&S Manufacturing, LLC

This MFR.ID profile was supplied, reviewed, and approved by P&S Manufacturing, LLC. Originally approved on 10/29/2025; last updated 4/15/2026. Capability data is manufacturer-approved for public sourcing and RFQ use.

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## Company Overview

Since 2007, P&S Manufacturing, LLC machines precision prototypes and short-run production from its 1,600-sq-ft Bridgeport, CT shop. 3-axis VMCs with 4th-axis indexing and CNC turning produce aluminum, stainless (303/304/316/17-4), titanium, and engineering plastics for semiconductor, rail, and energy OEMs. Typical lead times are 2–4 weeks with expedited prototype support. Processes and inspection maintain tight tolerances and repeatable quality.

## Quick Reference

- Processes: CNC Machining, CNC Turning, Manual Machining & One-Off Tool-Room Jobs, Tool & Die (Fixtures & Gages), Prototyping, Tooling Maintenance & Refurbishment
- Lead Time: 2-4 weeks
- Production Scale: Prototype (1-10 parts), Short Run (11-500 parts), Medium Run (501-10000 parts), Prototype (1-5 parts), Short Run (6-50 parts), Prototype (1-25 parts), Short Run (26-1000 parts)
- Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut 06606
- Employees: 1-10
- Revenue: $100K-$500K
- Founded: 2007
- Contact: luispelaez@psmfg.net - +1 203-612-1525
- Verified: Manufacturer Approved

## Capabilities

### Precision Multi-Axis Milling

Quick-turn 3-axis and 3+1 indexing milling for prismatic parts up to 30 × 16 × 20 in. We fixture to reach multiple faces in one setup for better consistency and cost. Typical prototypes ship in 3–7 days; standard lots in 2–4 weeks. We routinely hold ±0.0005 in on critical features with 32 µin Ra finishes across aluminum, stainless (303/304/316/17-4), titanium, and engineering plastics—ideal for housings, brackets, manifolds, and test fixtures used in semiconductor, rail, and energy programs.

- Process: CNC Machining
- Highlights: 3+1 indexing enables five-sided machining in a single clamp, Consistent ±0.0005 in features and 32 µin Ra finishes, 30 × 16 × 20 in work envelope for small to mid-sized parts, Prototype (1–10) through short- and medium-run production, Typical lead time 2–4 weeks; quick-turn prototypes available
- Subprocesses: 4-Axis CNC Milling (Indexing), 3-Axis Vertical Machining
- Specifications:
  - Lead Times: 3-28 days - Prototype parts often ship inside one week; production lots 2–4 weeks.
  - Maximum Part Size: 30L x 16W x 20H in (762L x 406W x 508H mm) - Based on Haas VF-2 travel envelope; larger parts accommodated via repositioning.
  - Material Compatibility: Aluminum Alloys (Cast, 2024, 6061), Stainless Steels (303, 304, 316, 17-4), Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), Engineering Plastics (Delrin, Nylon, PEEK, Polycarbonate, PTFE), Bronze C932 - Materials stocked in-house; certified mill test reports archived per job.
  - Tool Magazine Capacity: 30 tools - Side-mount carousel supports efficient multi-tool programs.
  - Rapid Traverse Rate: 710 ipm (18 m/min) - Fast non-cut moves help reduce overall cycle time.
  - Spindle Power: 30 hp - Vector-drive spindle for stable torque at low and mid RPM.
  - Repeatability: 0.0002 in (0.005 mm) - Bi-directional repeatability validated via ISO 230-2 testing.
  - Production Scale: Prototype (1-10 parts), Short Run (11-500 parts), Medium Run (501-10000 parts) - Lot traceability and scalable fixturing accommodate growth to medium volumes.
  - Surface Finish: 32 µin Ra (0.8 µm Ra) - Finish achieved using wiper-insert end mills and fine-step finishing passes.
  - Minimum Feature Size: 0.02 in (0.5 mm) - Micro end mills and tailored feeds achieve ≈0.020 in slot widths.
  - Machining Axes: 3-axis vertical, 3 + 1 indexing - Indexed rotary for five-sided access in one clamp (no simultaneous 4-axis).
  - Table Load Capacity: 3000 lbs - Evenly distributed; fixtures engineered for heavier castings if required.
  - Spindle Speed Range: 0-8100 rpm - Range reflects primary VMC; higher-speed machines available for select work.
  - Tolerances: 0.0005 in (0.013 mm) - Verified with calibrated ball-bar and CMM inspection.

### Precision CNC Turning

2-axis CNC turning for bushings, spacers, fittings, and shafted components with stable concentricity and clean sealing surfaces. We run bar to 2.05 in through-spindle, chuck to 8 in, and handle parts to ~16.5 in OD × 21.6 in long. Typical prototypes ship in 3–7 days; production lots in 2–4 weeks. Expect ±0.0005 in concentricity and 32 µin Ra finishes across steels, stainless, aluminum, titanium, and engineered plastics.

- Process: CNC Turning
- Highlights: 2-axis turning (no live tooling) for efficient OD/ID work, Bar-fed throughput on ≤2.05 in stock and 8 in chucking, Tight concentricity (±0.0005 in) and 32 µin Ra sealing surfaces, Prototype to 10,000-piece production with consistent quality
- Subprocesses: Large-Diameter CNC Turning, Hard Turning, Long-Shaft CNC Turning
- Specifications:
  - Spindle Speed Range: {"max":4200,"min":40,"unit":"rpm"} - High torque at low RPM for larger diameters; fine finishes at higher RPM.
  - Maximum Bar Capacity Through Spindle: 2.05 in (52 mm) - Automatic bar feeder enables unattended runs.
  - Maximum Turning Diameter: 16.5 in (420 mm) - Swing over bed allows large OD workpieces without interference.
  - Surface Finish (Ra): 32 µin (0.8 µm) - Wiper inserts and balanced speeds for sealing surfaces.
  - Materials Machined: Mild & Alloy Steels, Stainless 304/316, Aluminum Alloys (6061, 7075), Titanium Grade 2 & 5, Engineering Plastics (POM, PTFE), Bronze C932 - Material certs retained; coolant chemistries matched to alloy group.
  - Dimensional Tolerance: 0.0005 in (0.013 mm) - OD/ID concentricity verified on calibrated bench CMM.
  - Maximum Turning Length Between Centers: 21.6 in (550 mm) - Tailstock support for shaft work within envelope.
  - Production Scale: Prototype (1-10 parts), Short Run (11-500 parts), Medium Run (501-10000 parts) - Traceability maintained from first-article through production.
  - Repeatability: 0.0002 in (0.005 mm) - Bi-directional repeatability confirmed via ISO 230-2 tests.
  - Tool Turret Capacity: 12 stations - BMT turret with precise indexing repeatability.
  - Lead Times: 3-28 days - Prototype lots 3–7 days; typical production 2–4 weeks based on queue.
  - Chuck Size: 8 in - Hydraulic 3-jaw chuck; soft jaws for delicate parts.
  - Controlled Axes: 2 - X/Z linear axes (no live tooling).

### Manual Tool-Room Machining

P&S Manufacturing’s fully equipped tool-room—Bridgeport-style mills, Hardinge and LeBlond lathes, and a 6 × 18 in surface grinder—enables rapid prototype, repair and fixture work when CNC setup is impractical. Journeyman machinists routinely hold ±0.020 mm (±0.0008 in) on manual cuts, achieve Ra 1.6 µm finishes, and grind to Ra 0.4 µm. Typical jobs include modifying castings, re-boring bushings, recutting keyways, scraping bearing fits, and refurbishing wear surfaces. Emergency 24-hour turnaround is available for critical MRO parts.

- Process: Manual Machining & One-Off Tool-Room Jobs
- Highlights: Bridgeport knee mills (600 × 300 mm travel) with 2-axis DRO for precise manual milling, Hardinge tool-room lathe (Ø400 mm swing) & LeBlond Makino 15 in engine lathe for turning, 6 × 18 in surface grinder achieves flatness ≤ 0.005 mm and Ra 0.4 µm, Hand-scraping & precision fitting for jigs, fixtures and bearing seats, 24-hour turnaround on breakdown or MRO parts; same-day quotes
- Specifications:
  - Coolant Type: Flood soluble-oil coolant (5 % concentration) - General-purpose soluble oil for ferrous & non-ferrous; mist coolant available for plastics
  - Materials Machined: Low-carbon & alloy steels, Stainless 304 / 316, Aluminum 6061 / 7075, Brass & Copper Alloys, Tool Steels (O-1, A-2), Engineering Plastics (Delrin, Nylon) - Small stock of common alloys on-hand for emergency repairs
  - Surface Grinder Capacity: 18L x 6W in (457L x 152W mm) - Magnetic chuck area supports tooling plates and precision gage blocks
  - Spindle Speed Range (Mills): {"max":4000,"min":60,"unit":"rpm"} - Variable-speed heads allow correct SFM on aluminum through hardened steel
  - Tool Holding Systems: R8, 5C Collet, BXA Quick-Change Toolpost - Flexible tool-holding covers end mills 1/8 – 1 in and turning tools to 20 mm square
  - Table Travel (X × Y): 23.6L x 11.8W in (600L x 300W mm) - Bridgeport knee mills fitted with 2-axis digital readouts for ±0.01 mm positioning
  - Dimensional Tolerance (Manual Cuts): 0.02 mm - Journeyman machinists routinely hold ±0.0008 in with careful fixturing & gage blocks
  - Thread Pitch Range (Lathes): {"max":4,"min":0.25,"unit":"mm"} - Metric & inch quick-change gearboxes support common thread forms without change gears
  - Surface Finish (Ground): 0.4 µm Ra - Grinding wheel selection and spark-out passes produce 16 µin mirror surfaces
  - Surface Finish (Milled/Turned): 1.6 µm Ra - Sharp HSS & carbide tooling plus flood coolant yield 63 µin or better
  - Maximum Workpiece Weight: 80 kg - ≈ 175 lb safely clamped on milling table or lathe chuck
  - Lead Times: 1-5 days - 24-hour rush repair available; typical prototype/fixture jobs 2–5 days
  - Production Scale: Prototype (1-5 parts), Short Run (6-50 parts) - Manual machining best suited for one-off, repair or very small-batch work
  - Maximum Swing Over Bed: 400 mm - 15.7 in swing on Hardinge lathe accommodates medium-diameter shafts and collars

### Tooling Design & Fabrication

Design-for-manufacture tooling and fixtures that speed launch, stabilize processes, and reduce changeover. We deliver aluminum bridge tools in 2–3 weeks and production steel tools rated 100,000+ cycles. Our team validates critical shut-offs and datums up front, then machines, grinds, and hand-finishes to hold ±0.0005 in where it matters. Standardized, serviceable designs—replaceable inserts, guided ejectors, and shot counters—keep uptime high over the tool’s life.

- Process: Tool & Die (Fixtures & Gages)
- Highlights: SolidWorks / Fusion 360 CAD with FEA & mold-flow simulation, Aluminum (7075-T6) bridge tooling in 2–3 weeks, P20 or S7 production tools rated ≥100,000 cycles in 4–8 weeks, DFM focus: self-locating inserts and quick-change cavities
- Subprocesses: Production Tooling & Fixture Design
- Specifications:
  - Lead Time (Tool Build): 14-56 days - Aluminum 14–21 days · Production steel 28–56 days.
  - Surface Finish Capability: SPI A2 (Ra ≤ 0.20 µm) mirror polish on molded surfaces - Tool-steel cavities diamond-polished; aluminum tools polished to SPI B1.
  - Press / Machine Compatibility: Designed for 60–200 ton hydraulic presses · 0.5 in × 18 in support-bolt pattern - Tool baseplates pre-drilled to customer press layout; dowel-pinned for repeat setup.
  - Draft Angle Recommendation: 1 deg - Minimum 1°; as low as 0.5° on polished aluminum cavities when ejection permits.
  - Cooling Channel Design: Drilled water circuits · 0.375 in diameter · ~30 L/min flow - Thermal design targets consistent cycle times and stable dimensions.
  - Tolerance Capability: 0.001 in (0.025 mm) - Part tolerance achievable with engineered gating and venting.
  - Cavity Count: 4 - Standard up to four-cavity family tools; higher counts quoted per part size.
  - Tool Life Expectancy: Prototype 1–500 shots · Bridge 5,000–10,000 shots · Production 100,000+ shots - Replaceable inserts extend service life and simplify maintenance.
  - CAD & File Formats: SolidWorks (SLDPRT/SLDASM), STEP, IGES, Fusion 360, DXF - Native SolidWorks build preferred; STEP ensures neutral exchange.
  - Maintenance & Serviceability: Replaceable inserts · shot counter · standard guide pillars/bushings - Preventive-maintenance plan provided with grease intervals and spare-parts list.
  - Dimensional Accuracy: 0.0005 in (0.013 mm) - Positional accuracy on critical shut-offs and datums.
  - Maximum Tool Size: 25L x 15W x 12H in (635L x 381W x 305H mm) - Tool weight up to ~1,000 lb compatible with in-house press platens.
  - Tooling Material Options: 7075-T6 Aluminum (bridge tools 5,000–10,000 shots), P20 Tool Steel (production molds >100,000 shots), S7 / H13 Tool Steel (abrasive or high-temperature applications) - Material selected per cycle life, thermal performance, and volume requirements.

### Prototyping Services

Rapid CNC prototypes that prove fit, function, and manufacturability—without changing process between prototype and production. Typical CNC prototypes ship in 3–7 days with DFM feedback baked in; we can bridge with aluminum soft tooling to supply 100–1,000 pre-launch parts before committing to full production tooling.

- Process: Prototyping
- Highlights: CNC prototypes to ±0.0005 in with 32 µin Ra finishes, 1–3-day design-build-test loops with on-site fit checks, Bridge to 100–1,000 parts via aluminum soft tooling, Subtractive only; no in-house additive manufacturing
- Subprocesses: Prototype Development (Concept-to-Function)
- Specifications:
  - Minimum Lead Time: 3-7 days - Expedite available based on capacity.
  - Surface Finish Capability: 32 µin Ra as-machined (≈0.8 µm) - Bead-blast and hand finishing available for cosmetic models.
  - Rapid Prototyping Methods: CNC Milling / Turning - Process selected per tolerance, surface finish, and material requirements.
  - Materials Available: Aluminum 6061-T6, 7075-T6, Stainless 304 / 316, Engineering Plastics (Delrin, Nylon, PEEK, Polycarbonate, PTFE) - Metals cut from certified bar or plate; plastics stocked for quick-turn.
  - Iteration Cycle: One- to three-day design-build-test loops - Dedicated engineer provides continuous feedback until approval.
  - Production Bridge Capacity: 100–1,000 parts via aluminum soft tooling - Aluminum cavities cut in 10–15 days to supply pre-launch volumes.
  - Dimensional Accuracy: ±0.0005 in (±0.013 mm) on CNC-machined features - CMM inspection available on request.
  - Production Scale: Prototype (1-25 parts), Short Run (26-1000 parts) - Higher volumes transition to hard tooling and standard CNC production.
  - Functional Testing Options: Thread & fit checks, Pressure / vacuum leak test (<150 psi), Basic load testing (<250 lbf), Thermal cycling −20 °F to 180 °F - Tests performed in-house; test reports available on request.
  - File Formats Accepted: STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, Parasolid - STEP/SolidWorks preferred for CNC programming.

### Refurbishment & Rework

P&S Manufacturing restores tooling, molds, bearings, and production equipment to OEM dimensional and surface specifications—extending service life and reducing unplanned downtime. Services include preventive die inspections, cavity re-polish, insert/core replacement, babbitt bearing re-pour, and full mechanical/electrical retrofits of legacy machines. In-house surface-grinding and line-boring hold ±0.013 mm, while shot-count tracking and predictive-maintenance logs ensure tools reach 100,000-shot cycles without flash or dimensional drift.

- Process: Tooling Maintenance & Refurbishment
- Highlights: Preventive die inspections with detailed wear reports, Surface re-polish to SPI A3/B1, Ra ≤ 0.4 µm, Insert and core replacement extends tool life to 100,000+ cycles, Equipment rebuilds with new servo drives & safety PLCs, Centrifugal re-pour and line-boring of white-metal journal bearings
- Subprocesses: Equipment Rebuild & Retrofit Support, In-House Mold Maintenance & Refurbishment (Rubber), Babbitt Bearing Refurbishment
- Specifications:
  - Predictive Inspection Interval: Every 10,000 shots or 500 hours run-time - Visual wear, dimensional check, and shot-counter download recorded in CMMS
  - Dimensional Restoration Tolerance: 0.013 mm - ±0.0005 in on ground or bored surfaces; verified via bench CMM
  - Surface Finish After Polish: 0.4 µm Ra - Mirror polish (SPI A3) on plastic mold cavities; 16 µin on bearing journals
  - Lead Time (Typical Turnaround): 3-21 days - Minor die polish in three to five days; full mold rebuilds two to three weeks
  - Documentation & Reporting: Before/after inspection sheets · hardness & finish certs · shot-count log - Traceable records supplied with each refurbished tool or component
  - Service Scope: Die & mold cleaning, vent repair, cavity re-polishing, Insert/core manufacture & swap-out, Bearing re-metallizing and finish line-boring, Servo/PLC retrofits of feeders, straighteners, cutters - Turn-key: disassembly, inspection, repair, re-assembly, functional test
  - Production Scale (Runs Between Maintenance): Up to 100,000 shots between scheduled service - Service interval adjusted based on resin type and shot-counter data
  - Bearing Alloy Options: Tin-based Babbitt ASTM B-23 Grade 2, Lead-based Babbitt ASTM B-23 Grade 7 - Centrifugal or static pour selected per load and speed requirements
  - Emergency Response: 24-hour rush repair option - Critical MRO parts rebuilt or line-bored overnight to minimize downtime
  - Maximum Tool/Bearing Diameter: 20 in - Up to 508 mm OD bearings or mold shoes handled on in-house grinders/borers
  - Equipment Retrofit Standards: NFPA 79 · UL 508A · OSHA 1910 Sub-O - All rebuilds incorporate lock-out points, e-stops, and Category 3 safety circuits

## Certifications

- Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA) Membership (Type: Membership; Authority: Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA); Status: Unknown; Scope: Membership in the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA), an international trade association that represents the precision-machined products industry.; URL: https://www.pmpa.org)

## Industries Served

- Electronics & Semiconductors: P&S Manufacturing, LLC provides precision machining and assembly services for the semiconductor industry, producing high-precision metal and plastic components used in semiconductor fabrication equipment and electronic device manufacturing.
- Rail & Mass Transit: P&S Manufacturing, LLC fabricates and assembles specialized components for the railroad industry, including precision-machined parts for locomotives and railcars that meet stringent safety and durability standards.
- Oil, Gas & Petrochemical: P&S Manufacturing, LLC delivers precision machining and fabrication of components for the petroleum industry, supporting upstream, midstream, and refining operations with parts designed to withstand high pressure and corrosive environments.

## Facilities

### P&S Manufacturing Headquarters

A 1,600 sq ft Bridgeport facility with CNC lathes, 4‑axis/3‑axis mills, and a full tool‑room for quick fixtures and MRO repairs—ideally located for same‑day service throughout Fairfield County and southern New England.

- Type: manufacturing_facility
- Headquarters: Yes
- Email: luispelaez@psmfg.net
- Phone: +1 203-612-1525
- Address: 225 Wheeler Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06606, United States

## Verification Status

- Business Entity: Verified 7/16/2025
- Technical Capabilities: Verified 10/29/2025
- Locations & Facilities: Verified 10/27/2025
- Reviews & Ratings: Not yet verified
- MFR.ID Created: 7/10/2025
- Last Updated: 4/15/2026