Why no figures are published here
No minimum order quantity, lead time, or price figure is published on this site. The reason is that those figures depend on the specific machine or part, the quantity, and the delivery arrangement, and a single published figure would mislead buyers whose orders differ. A figure that applies to one machine type does not apply to another, and a figure that applies to one quantity does not apply to a different quantity. The figures for a specific order are therefore confirmed in the inquiry.
This approach protects both sides. A buyer who plans around a published figure that does not apply to the actual order loses time and may lose a project window. A supplier who publishes a figure that cannot be met for a specific order creates a dispute before delivery. Confirming figures for a specific inquiry, in writing, before payment, avoids both problems. That is why every page on this site directs these questions to the inquiry.
What to ask about minimum order quantity
A minimum order quantity question should name the machine or part, the quantity range under consideration, and whether the quantity is a single order or a planned series. If the buyer needs one machine, say one machine. If the buyer needs a fleet or a series of orders, say so, because a series may be treated differently from a single order. If the quantity is flexible, give the range, because a range allows a more useful answer than a single number that may change.
For parts, the quantity question should be asked per part category, not for parts in general. Different part categories may have different minimum quantities, and a single parts order covering several categories should ask about each category separately. If some parts are needed urgently and others are planned stock, say so, because urgent and planned quantities may be handled differently.
What to ask about lead time
A lead time question should name the machine or part, the quantity, the destination, and the required date. Lead time is not a single number: it includes preparation, production or sourcing, inspection, packing, shipping, and delivery, and each stage takes time. An inquiry should ask for the stages that apply to the specific order, and for the date by which delivery is required, so the reply can say whether that date is achievable rather than quoting a general period.
Schedule pressure should be stated honestly. If a project deadline depends on delivery, say so and give the deadline. If the schedule is flexible, say that too, because flexibility may allow a better arrangement. If delivery must meet a project phase, name the phase and its date. A lead time answer given without a required date cannot be judged, while an answer given against a stated date can be accepted, negotiated, or rejected on facts.
Terms to confirm alongside quantity and lead time
In the inquiry, please confirm the warranty scope and period alongside the minimum order quantity and the lead time. Please also ask for any certificate or document the destination or project requires. Certificates are available upon request. Before payment, please confirm the payment method and payment terms. Quantity, lead time, warranty, documents, and payment together form the practical core of an order.
If the order covers several machines or part categories, ask about quantity and lead time separately for each, because figures may differ by item. A single combined answer covering a mixed order should be treated with caution: ask for the breakdown, in writing, before payment. That breakdown, together with the payment terms, is the document to keep with the order.
To move a question forward, use the inquiry form to describe the machine type, the work it will do, and the site conditions, and ask what help is needed.