ATI’s Passive Compliant Force Control (PCFC) device is a standalone unit used to integrate passive axial compliance into a process. This device provides an open platform for users to incorporate highly customized passive compliant force control into automated material removal applications. The PCFC creates more responsiveness for automated processes that utilize rigid end-effectors such as bench grinding, die grinding, cutting, and gate removal. The compliance force is modular giving users the ability to target specific force ranges for particular applications. The PCFC features up to three adjustable stages of compliance; by engaging or disengaging pistons, users can easily increase or decrease the compliance force range.