Precision Machine Shop and Custom Fabrication specializing in CNC Precision Machining, Contract Manufacturing, Plastic Machining, Custom Machined Electronic Components, Structural Fabricated Components, Custom Assembly Projects and Welding, Electrical Assembly, and Mechanical Assembly

 

Electronic File Transfer Specifications

Schaffer Precision and Tech-Fab has many customers that prefer to transmit drawing files electronically to ensure accuracy. Our machine shop uses updated CAD/CAM software for component drawings and CAD/CAM machine equipment file generation. Our CAD/CAM software accepts many file formats, but here's a list of files our customers commonly provide:

  • .SLDPRT & .SLDDRW formats (SolidWorks 3D model & 2D drawing)
  • .STEP & .STP format (generic 3D model)
  • .SAT format (AutoCAD 3D model)
  • .PRT.# format (Pro/Engineer 3D part file)
  • .DRW format (Pro/Engineer drawing file)
  • .ASM format (Pro/Engineer assembly file)
  • .DXF format (generic 3D AutoCAD or 2D AutoCAD drawing with views)
  • .IGES & .IGS format (generic CAD format)
  • .STL format (standard 3D file for rapid prototyping only)

E-mail:

Files may be supplied via e-mail by attaching them to messages sent to our e-mail address of info@schafferprecision.com or info@tech-fab.com.

Fax:

FAX number for Schaffer Precision is 1.281.457.3354.  Be sure to transmit in high-resolution mode for maximum detail & contrast.

For all parts orders, please always follow up any electronic transfers by mailing high-quality copies of drawings to ensure accuracy and design revision traceability.