Precision Coil Winding for Aerospace

Ultra-fine wire handling and orthocyclic precision for flight-critical sensors, actuators, and avionics. Adams Maxwell is proud that our coils are aboard the Voyager 1—the most distant human-made object in existence, traveling through interstellar space since 1977.

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Aerospace

Industry Snapshot

Typical Materials

  • Copper magnet wire (gold/silver/nickel plated)
  • High-temp enamel coatings
  • Polyimide insulation
  • Kapton tape

Common Applications

  • Flight control sensors
  • Satellite actuators
  • Avionics transformers
  • Navigation gyroscopes

Quality Standards

  • ISO 9001:2015
  • NIST-Traceable Calibration

Key Requirements

  • Orthocyclic winding capability
  • Fine wire handling to AWG 56
  • Multi-section programmability
  • Full lot traceability
AWG 56
Fine Wire Capability
Down to 0.02mm diameter
90%
Fill Factor
Orthocyclic winding
50+
Years Experience
Since 1976

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1250 Series Automatic Winder

1250 Series Automatic Winder

Programmable Automatic Coil Winding System

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Need Industry-Specific Modifications?

We build custom fixtures, tooling, and machine modifications tailored to your industry's unique requirements.

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Precision Repeatability

±0.001" positioning accuracy ensures consistent coils across production runs.

Full Traceability

NIST-traceable calibration and complete documentation packages for audits.

Direct Engineering Support

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Made in USA

All machines built in our Moorpark, CA facility since 1976.

Frequently Asked Questions

What aerospace quality standards do you meet?

We are ISO 9001:2015 certified with NIST-traceable calibration on all equipment. We provide full documentation packages including certificates of conformance for flight-critical programs. Our machines are used by aerospace leaders including SpaceX, Boeing, and Moog.

Can you wind coils for satellite and spacecraft applications?

Yes—our coils are aboard NASA's Voyager 1, the most distant human-made object in existence. We routinely supply coils for satellites, launch vehicles, and deep space probes. Our machines achieve 70% fill factor with orthocyclic winding for weight-critical space applications.

Can your machines meet aerospace and defense traceability requirements?

Yes. We're ISO 9001:2015 certified with NIST-traceable calibration. Our automated winders (1250 Series) support full lot traceability with programmable recipe storage for up to 32 sequences. We provide complete documentation packages including certificates of conformance for program requirements.

What certifications does Adams Maxwell hold?

Our facility is ISO 9001:2015 certified with strict quality and compliance standards (ISO/UL standards). All calibration is NIST-traceable. We can provide complete documentation packages to meet specific program requirements for aerospace, defense, and medical applications.

What are your lead times?

Standard machines typically ship in 2-4 weeks. Custom configurations and special tooling may require 4-6 weeks. U.S.-based manufacturing means no overseas supply chain delays—we maintain inventory of common components to expedite orders when possible.

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ISO 9001
Certified Quality
NIST Traceable
Calibration Standards
Made in USA
Since 1976
1-Year Warranty
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