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About California Equipment Services
California Equipment Services has supported semiconductor, thin film, and vacuum-based manufacturing environments since 1998. Building on decades of experience, we manufacture precision components used in ion source assemblies, neutralizers, quartz applications, and vacuum hardware systems. Our focus remains the same: dimensional accuracy, material integrity, and reliable production support. The name has evolved. The commitment to precision has not.
What We Do
California Equipment Services manufactures and supports:
Precision machining of exotic metals, including molybdenum, tungsten, and titanium
High-accuracy stainless steel components
Molybdenum grid plate manufacturing, assembly, and testing
Quartz and ceramic components
Cleanroom-ready vacuum hardware
Ongoing rebuild and replacement services
We work from customer drawings and specifications, supporting both prototype and production requirements.
Our Approach
Our work is driven by practical manufacturing discipline:
US and metric fasteners
Vented and unvented hardware
Silver-plated hardware (to specification)
Brass hardware
Specialty components (bead-blasted, nylon-tipped, etc.)
Most machining and assembly operations are performed in our California facility. Specialty components produced by qualified partners are inspected in-house prior to shipment.We prioritize clarity, repeatability, and long-term reliability.
Quality & Inspection
Quality at California Equipment Services is integrated into every stage of manufacturing — from material sourcing to final shipment. Our components are used in demanding semiconductor and vacuum environments where consistency and dimensional accuracy are critical.
Manufacturing Control
We maintain process control through:
Components are produced and verified according to customer specifications.
Inspection & Verification
Inspection practices include:
Dimensional verification
Visual inspection
Assembly confirmation
Review of incoming components from approved partners
Our objective is straightforward: components that meet print requirements and perform reliably in application.
Clean Handling & Packaging
We emphasize:
Clean handling practices
Controlled preparation of vented hardware
Protective packaging for sensitive assemblies
Secure shipping cases for grid plates and fragile components
Long-Term Production Support
For vacuum and semiconductor applications, handling is critical.
Replacement
Components
Rebuild and
Cleaning services
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Quartz repair
Services
Stocking and
Inventory programs
Our goal is to reduce downtime and simplify component sourcing for our customers.
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
If you have drawings, specifications, or production requirements to review, our team is ready to assist.
Request a Quote
Founded in 1998, California Equipment Services provides precision-machined components for prototype and production environments.