Custom PCB depaneling & router fixtures
PCB depaneling separates individual boards from a manufacturing panel. The fixture holds and locates the panel so cutting is accurate and components near the cut line aren't stressed. Griftools builds router and depaneling fixtures matched to your panel and your machine — for clean separation and consistent results across the run. We have strong experience with the major depaneling machine platforms, including Schunk, ASYS, Getech, Hölzer, Cencorp, etc.
Router vs laser depaneling
Router depaneling
Mechanical cutting; flexible and cost-effective for most panels. The fixture controls vibration and supports the board to protect components, while avoiding dust contamination at the same time.
Laser depaneling
No mechanical stress, tight edges, ideal for sensitive or dense boards. Fixturing focuses on precise location and support.
We design for both — tell us your method and machine.
How a routing / depaneling fixture is designed
We work from your panel data (Gerber/STEP/DXF/ODB++/HPGL) to design support, clamping and clearance that hold the panel firmly while protecting components and connectors near the cut path.
- 01Send your panel data — Gerber / STEP / DXF / ODB++ / HPGL.
- 02We design support, clamping and cut-path clearance.
- 03A prototype confirms fit on your machine.
- 04Series production with flexible revisions.
From our own production
Common questions
Router or laser — which fixture do I need?
Both are supported; we design to your chosen method and machine.
What do you need to quote?
Panel data (Gerber/STEP/DXF/ODB++/HPGL) and the depaneling machine. NDA on request.
Will it protect components near the milling?
Yes — support and clamping are designed to minimise stress.
Have a board and a process?
Send your data and we'll come back with a tailored quote — typically reviewed by a real engineer.