Keyway Machining Services for Pump and Valve Manufacturers

When your components control critical flow, pressure, or safety systems, the last thing you need is a loose or misaligned keyway.

At Keyseaters.com, we provide precision keyway machining for pump and valve manufacturers across the U.S.—with zero broaching required. Whether it’s a blind bore impeller hub or a hardened stainless shaft coupling, we deliver repeatable, spec-perfect keyways without the delays or overhead of broaching.

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Why Valve and Pump OEMs Choose Keyseating

This industry demands:

  • High reliability – especially for pressure-rated systems

  • Exotic materials – like stainless, Inconel, and Monel

  • Low to medium volume – often custom or batch work

  • Tight tolerances – to avoid leaks, vibration, or failure

Keyseating is the ideal fit.

It allows us to machine internal keyways in blind bores, hard alloys, and complex part geometries with short lead times and no tooling cost.

Typical Parts We Machine

Typical Parts We Machine

  • Impeller hubs

  • Shaft couplings

  • Drive-end bushings

  • Rotor shafts

  • Valve stems

  • Custom adapters and fittings

Whether you’re building for municipal water systems or high-pressure chemical lines, we help ensure a perfect mechanical lock between shaft and component.

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Built for Precision and Throughput

FeatureOur Capability
Keyway Widths1/8” to 1.5”
Blind Hole Compatibility
Hardened Materials✅ (4140, 17-4, Inconel, etc.)
Part SizesUp to 24” OD / 1,500 lbs
Surface FinishConsistent, clean slot walls
Tolerance HoldingWithin ±0.0015” typical

Industries We Serve

We provide keyway machining services for:

Aerospace

High-precision keyseating for aerospace parts and components.

Automotive

Machines capable of creating custom keyways for automotive transmission and engine parts.

Construction

Heavy-duty keyseating equipment suitable for demanding environments.

Energy & Utility

Machines for keyway cutting in power generation and utility equipment.

Serving OEMs and Job Shops Alike

We work with:

  • Valve OEMs producing under API, ASME, and ANSI specs

  • Pump builders targeting oil & gas, water, and process industries

  • Repair and rebuild shops needing fast turnaround on keyway replacement

  • Machine shops outsourcing internal keyways in stainless or exotic materials

Blind shipping available on request—perfect for contract manufacturing partners.

Ready to Quote? We’ll Respond Fast

Got drawings or just bore/key specs? We’ll quote same-day in most cases and keep your lead times tight.