NW jig feet and rest buttons—also called rest pads or support buttons—are used to create repeatable support points in jigs, fixtures, and tooling setups (application dependent). They’re commonly installed in fixture plates, nests, and workholding assemblies to support a part at a consistent height, provide a stable contact surface, and help protect finished surfaces from direct contact with rough fixture components. In machining and inspection environments, rest buttons are often used as simple, durable “contact points” that make setups more consistent and easier to repeat.

Heat Treated Steel with Black Oxide Finish for Precision Support - Northwestern Tools jig feet and rest buttons feature heat-treated steel construction hardened .020 deep to allow for leveling grind, ensuring long-lasting precision in fixture and jig applications. Available in press type (for through-hole installation) and screw type (where through-holes are impractical), these precision-ground support components provide reliable workpiece location and support in manufacturing operations.