Technical Resources
Practical buying guides for steel ball specifications, RFQs and metric versus inch dimensions.
Prepare your next order
Choose a task: compare sizes, read a specification or prepare a quotation request.
Look up a size. Estimate a quantity.
Search metric or inch sizes, compare approximate weights and take a selected size into your enquiry.
Use the conversion chart MATERIAL & GRADEUnderstand the specification.
Keep material, precision grade and nominal diameter separate when reviewing a drawing or purchase request.
Read the G10 guide QUOTATION CHECKLISTPrepare a complete enquiry.
Bring together quantities, inspection requirements, packaging and delivery details for your quotation.
Review the RFQ checklistBefore you request a quote
Samples & order quantities
List each diameter and grade separately. Identify sample quantities, the first order and any repeat demand, with units for every quantity.
Pack quantities & labels
Specify pieces or net weight per pack, your part number, label language and any artwork. Include storage and handling requirements.
Delivery & receiving
Provide the destination, requested delivery date and preferred shipping terms. Include receiving limits such as maximum pack weight.
A spreadsheet for multi-size enquiries
Download the blank CSV, add one line per size, and send it with your enquiry.