Industrial parts sourcing guides

Learn what to measure and record before requesting a quote for replacement industrial parts.

How to measure your parts

Bearings & power transmission

Measure bearing bore, outside diameter and width, or record sprocket chain size, tooth count, bore and keyway for a replacement quote.

Cylinders & actuators

Record the model, bore, stroke, mounting and port details before requesting a replacement pneumatic cylinder for a cartoner or packaging machine.

Electrical & controls

Record sensor body diameter, thread pitch, mounting length, sensing distance, connector and output before ordering a replacement.

Valves & fluid power

Identify valve and fitting connections by thread diameter, pitch, seal style, tube size and mounting pattern before requesting a quote.

Conveyor & handling parts

Collect roller diameter, installation length, axle ends and drive details for a warehouse conveyor roller replacement.

Machine components

Use this checklist to measure machine hardware by hole centers, spacer dimensions, spring free length and fastener thread size.

Food & beverage bottling

Identify bottling conveyor chain by series, pitch, top width, path and sprocket before requesting a replacement.

Manufacturing & machine builders

Capture the drive catalog number, motor model, supply voltage, feedback and firmware details before requesting a servo drive replacement.