Sheet metal fabriction
What is Sheet metal fabrication?
Sheet metal fabrication is a process of creating volume from flat sheet material for limitless application. It usually involves cutting, forming, rolling, or pressing the sheet metal using special tools to design specifications so that they can be assembled with other components to create finished products.
Depending on the requirements of the design and application, there are numerous sheet metal fabrication techniques available, including forming, stamping, punching, rolling, laser cutting, and shearing.
Sheet metal applications
Some of the common industrial and commercial items produced by sheet metal fabrication include:
● Electronics housings
● Hand tools (shovels, rakes, post hole diggers)
● Cans
● Automotive body panels
● Mounting bracketry
● Construction Equipment
● Exercise equipment
Materials Available for Sheet Metal Fabrication
There are many metal materials suitable for Fabrication. Here is the materials list of Sheet Metal Fabrication we can do.
● Cold Rolled Sheet, SPCC
● Hot Rolled sheet, SECC
● Galvanized Sheet Metal
● Steel
● Stainless Steel
● Aluminum
● Copper
Some of the electronic components commonly manufactured in sheet metal fabrication and CNC machining operations include,
Hardware components such as couplers, pins, and screws
Mechanical components such as crankshafts, gears, rollers, and shafts
Structural components such as chassis, enclosures, and housings
Thermal components such as heat sinks
Sheet metal fabrication is a great production option for flat and bent metal parts. Depending on the quantity, we can fabricate production parts in 3-8 business days.
These parts can achieve tighter tolerances between +/- 0.020” – +/- 0.005.” Aluminum 6061 and aluminum 5052 are the most common sheet metal materials for production because they are affordable, lightweight, and suitable for a variety of applications. TOP also offers a variety of alloys including steel, copper, and stainless steel. Sheet metal parts can be welded as well as have installed inserts.
The standard finish on sheet metal parts is acceptable for both cosmetic and non-cosmetic applications. To increase performance or appearance, TOP offers a variety of finishes including anodize II or III, chem film, powder coat, and plating.
