Question 1

Material, geometry, heat treatment, accuracy and inspection all contribute to cost, while quantity, tooling, packaging and delivery scope change the unit-price economics. A complete RFQ lets suppliers separate one-time and recurring costs for a fair comparison.

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Material, heat treatment and accuracy are only the starting pointThe biggest cost driver depends on the design and use case. Material affects stock and machinability; geometry affects setup and cutting time; heat treatment adds processing and distortion-control work; accuracy grade increases finishing and inspection requirements. Quantity, packaging and delivery scope then change the unit-price economics.PairGears explains the main custom precision gear cost factors and why a complete RFQ improves quote stability.Material and blankSteel grade, blank size, availability and machinability affect material usage, preparation and cycle time. A special alloy may also require a less common process route.Heat treatmentCarburizing, hardening, tempering or other treatment adds outside processing, testing and distortion-control requirements. The target case depth and hardness matter.Accuracy and inspectionTighter profile, lead, runout, backlash or surface-finish limits may require grinding, more stable tooling and a deeper inspection pack.Commercial variables that can move the unit pricePrototype, small batch or repeat-production quantityDrawing completeness and reverse-engineering effortTooling, fixtures and special setup requirementsInspection scope, sampling and report formatExport packing, Incoterms and delivery urgencyUse the custom gear RFQ information guide to make these variables visible before comparison.How to get a more comparable quoteSend the drawing or sample, application, quantity by phase, material, heat-treatment target, accuracy grade, inspection requirements, packing needs and destination. Ask suppliers to separate one-time tooling from recurring unit cost.See PairGears quality-control capabilitiesCompare gear accuracy and cost trade-offsRequest a cost-driver breakdown

Question 2

A controlled drawing gives the fastest quotation basis. A physical sample can support reverse engineering but needs wear and mating-condition review. A performance target requires engineering definition before a firm quote. In every route, quantity, material, heat treatment, accuracy, inspection and delivery scope must be confirmed.

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Choose the quotation route that matches the evidence you haveA controlled drawing is the fastest basis for a firm custom gear quote. A sample can support reverse engineering but requires wear and mating-condition review. A performance target needs engineering definition before price and lead time can be fixed. Each route still needs quantity, material, heat treatment, inspection and delivery scope.Use the PairGears custom gear RFQ information guide to prepare the available evidence. Drawing-based quoteSend controlled 2D/3D files, tooth data, datums, tolerances and specifications. Missing items should be listed as written assumptions.Sample-based quoteProvide the sample, photos, key dimensions, OEM number and mating information. Worn parts may not represent the original geometry.Performance-based quoteDefine torque, speed, duty cycle, life, noise, space, environment and interfaces. Engineering work precedes a production quote. What changes quotation confidence?Drawing revision and completenessSample condition and access to mating partsKnown material, hardness and heat treatmentPrototype, batch and annual quantitiesRequired reports, packaging and IncotermsSee how PairGears supports custom gear development from available project inputs. Related questionsCan a worn sample be measured accurately? When is a new drawing required? Who owns the design created from a performance target? Which assumptions can change the final price?Follow the route from drawing to gear productionSee PairGears manufacturing videosSend your drawing, sample or performance target

Question 3

Send a controlled drawing or sample package, material and heat-treatment requirements, annual and batch quantities, inspection deliverables, packaging, destination, and Incoterms. Ask the supplier to list assumptions, exclusions, tooling, sample, testing, and logistics separately.

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Request a line-item quote built around one controlled RFQTo avoid missing costs later, send the latest drawing or sample, material and heat treatment, quantities, inspection deliverables, packaging, destination and Incoterms. Ask the supplier to list assumptions and separate tooling, samples, testing, documents and freight from the unit price.Use PairGears' custom gear quotation checklist to prepare the technical package before comparing bids. Technical definitionLock the revision, tooth data, datums, fits, runout and mating conditions. A photo alone rarely defines the manufacturing route.Quality scopeState material, hardness, case depth, accuracy grade and reports. Review PairGears' product inspection services before finalizing deliverables.Commercial boundarySeparate tooling, gauges, samples, destructive tests, recurring inspection, export packing and freight. The precision gear cost guide explains the main price drivers. Make quotations comparableSame drawing revision and quantity breakSame prototype and approval routeSame inspection records and sampling levelSame packaging, destination and IncotermsWritten assumptions for every missing input Useful next stepsSee how a custom gear moves from drawing to productionWatch PairGears manufacturing Shorts on YouTubeSend a controlled RFQ to PairGears

Question 4

We accept T/T bank transfer. Standard terms: 30% deposit after order confirmation and 70% balance before shipment. Request a PI to confirm.

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We accept T/T (Telegraphic Transfer / bank wire). Our standard payment term is 30% deposit after order confirmation, with the remaining 70% balance paid before shipment. T/T is a common method for international bank-to-bank transfers. What “T/T” means T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) refers to an electronic bank transfer used widely for cross-border payments, typically routed through bank networks such as SWIFT/correspondent banking. Our standard payment structure (30/70) After the order is confirmed, we ask for a 30% deposit to start procurement and production planning. The remaining 70% balance is due before shipment, so the goods can be released for dispatch on time. This “deposit + balance” structure is commonly used in international trade. What the final payment schedule depends on The exact timing can vary based on:• Order type (sample vs mass production; repeat vs new part)• Documentation needs (FAI, full inspection pack, PPAP if required)• Shipping terms (FOB/DDP, booking schedule)• Your internal approval workflow (PO release / finance processing time) How the payment process typically works (steps) 1. We confirm specs, quantity, Incoterms, and lead time2. We issue a Proforma Invoice (PI)3. Buyer arranges 30% deposit via T/T4. Production + inspection (and documents, if requested)5. We send shipment-ready notice + final amount6. Buyer pays 70% balance before shipment7. Goods ship and documents are shared per agreed terms To confirm the exact payment schedule for your order, send your drawing/specs + quantity + Incoterms. We’ll issue a PI and lock the timeline with your order confirmation.

Question 5

No MOQ for newly developed parts—1 pc is possible. New custom products require tooling costs (fixtures/cutters/gauges). Send specs for a quote.

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For newly developed custom parts, PairGears has no minimum order quantity (MOQ)—we can develop and produce even 1 piece. However, for new custom products, customers are required to cover the tooling cost (tools/fixtures/cutters/gauges needed to develop and manufacture the part). MOQ commonly means the smallest quantity a supplier will accept per order. What “no MOQ” means for your order “MOQ” is often used by manufacturers to set a minimum order size so production runs remain efficient.Our policy for new development is different: we can start with low-volume prototypes so you can validate fit and performance before committing to larger volumes. Why tooling cost is required for new custom parts Even if the quantity is small, a new gear/shaft often needs dedicated cutters, fixtures, tooling, and inspection gauges to hit drawing requirements and repeatability. Tooling costs are the expenses associated with designing and making the tools/fixtures used in manufacturing. What your final MOQ / unit price may depend on While “no MOQ” applies to development, the most economical order size (and your unit price) depends on:• Tooling scope (new cutters/fixtures/gauges needed or not)• Process route (heat treat, grinding, gear measurement requirements)• Accuracy & inspection pack (FAI/full reports/PPAP if required)• Volume plan (trial + first batch + annual forecast) Quick reference table Item PairGears standard Notes MOQ for newly developed custom parts No MOQ (1 pc possible) For development and prototypes Tooling costRequired for new custom partsCutters/fixtures/gauges as neededBest unit priceUsually at higher volumeWe provide price breaks by quantity Send your drawing/sample + quantity plan. We’ll reply with a quotation including tooling cost (if any) and price breaks for batch orders.

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