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CAP14 Sàrl

Sainte-Croix, Vaud, Switzerland

Precision-machined watch bridges, plates, dials and cases for Swiss manufactures

Machining watch bridges, plates, dials and movement components is the core of CAP14 Sàrl's work in Sainte-Croix. The company supports watch manufactures that need outside help with production, aiming to shorten lead times and raise quality. Its work spans prototypes, small runs and series production.

Capabilities

  • Machining of bridges and plates in brass, titanium and nickel silver
  • Dial and applied-ring machining in brass, nickel silver and precious metals
  • Movement component machining including H1 steel and stainless steel
  • Case middle machining in titanium, stainless steel and precious metals
  • Design, manufacture and assembly of watch posts
  • Prototyping and small-series production support
  • Finishing and decoration of components for art mechanics
  • Maximum machining envelope of 650 x 500 mm

About CAP14 Sàrl

CAP14 Sàrl is based in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, and describes its activities as design, prototyping, manufacturing and finishing of parts for microtechnics, watchmaking, automata, music boxes and art mechanics. Its watchmaking work centres on precision machining for third parties, with a stated focus on helping watch manufactures with components and with tools that assist assembly.

The company lists machining across a range of materials, including brass, lead-free brass, nickel silver, titanium, stainless steel, precious metals and H1 steel. Its watch-related services cover bridges, plates, dials, applied rings, movement parts, centre seconds wheel assemblies, case middles and watch posts. The published maximum machining envelope is 650 x 500 mm. Minimum order quantities are not publicly specified; interested buyers should contact the company directly.

Buyer questions

What materials can CAP14 machine for watch bridges and plates?+

The company lists brass, lead-free brass, nickel silver, titanium and precious metals for bridges and plates.

What is the largest part size CAP14 can machine?+

The published maximum machining dimensions are 650 x 500 mm.

Does CAP14 work on prototypes and small series?+

Yes. The company states that it handles prototypes, small series and production runs. Minimum order quantities are not publicly specified, so contact the supplier for details.