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Prototype Metal Stamping \u2014 7 to 10 Business Days<\/h2>\n

From drawing to first article in under two weeks. Soft tooling, hard tooling, or bridge tooling \u2014 we match the solution to your timeline and budget.<\/p>\n

Request Prototype Quote<\/a>\n<\/div>\n

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7\u201310<\/div>\n
Days to first article
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1\u2013500<\/div>\n
Pieces minimum
order quantity<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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\u00b10.05mm<\/div>\n
Standard prototype
tolerance<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Free<\/div>\n
DFM review
with every quote<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Metal stamping prototype parts ready for engineering validation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What Is Prototype Metal Stamping?<\/h2>\n

Prototype metal stamping is the process of producing a small number of stamped metal parts \u2014 typically 1 to 500 pieces \u2014 for design validation, fit-check, functional testing, or customer approval before committing to production tooling. The parts are made from the same material, thickness, and alloy as the intended production run, so test results are representative of final quality.<\/p>\n

Unlike CNC machining or laser-cut prototypes, stamped prototypes are produced using actual stamping dies. This means the grain flow, surface finish, springback behavior, and dimensional characteristics match what you will get in high-volume production \u2014 which is why prototype stamping is the gold standard for pre-production validation in automotive, electronics, and medical device manufacturing.<\/p>\n

Prototype Tooling Options: Which Is Right for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Tooling Type<\/th>\nMaterial<\/th>\nLead Time<\/th>\nCost<\/th>\nLife (Strokes)<\/th>\nBest For<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Soft Tooling<\/td>\nAluminum alloy, Kirksite<\/td>\n5\u20137 days<\/td>\n$800\u2013$4,000<\/td>\n500\u20135,000<\/td>\nConcept validation, fit-check<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bridge Tooling<\/td>\nP20 steel (pre-hardened)<\/td>\n7\u201314 days<\/td>\n$3,000\u2013$12,000<\/td>\n50,000\u2013200,000<\/td>\nProduction-intent validation, pilot runs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hard Tooling (Production)<\/td>\nD2, SKD11, Cr12MoV steel<\/td>\n3\u20135 weeks<\/td>\n$8,000\u2013$60,000+<\/td>\n500,000\u20135,000,000+<\/td>\nFull production, PPAP approval<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Most customers start with soft tooling<\/strong> for rapid concept validation, then transition to hard tooling<\/strong> for production. We retain the die design files so the transition is seamless \u2014 no re-engineering required.<\/p>\n

Our Prototype Stamping Process: Step by Step<\/h2>\n
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Step 1 \u2014 Drawing Review (Day 1)<\/div>\n

Our engineers review your 2D\/3D drawings, flag any DFM issues, and select the optimal tooling approach. We respond with a quote within 24 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Step 2 \u2014 Tooling Design (Day 2\u20133)<\/div>\n

CAD\/CAM engineers design the die, program CNC machining paths, and prepare material for the die block. Design is shared with you for review if requested.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Step 3 \u2014 Die Machining (Day 3\u20135)<\/div>\n

CNC machining centers cut the die components. Wire EDM handles fine features and tight radii. All components are deburred and hardened as specified.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Step 4 \u2014 Die Tryout (Day 6\u20137)<\/div>\n

The assembled die runs on press. First shots are inspected against drawing. Any adjustments to springback, clearance, or punch position are made. Typically 2\u20133 tryout iterations.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Step 5 \u2014 First Article (Day 7\u201310)<\/div>\n

Production samples are measured on CMM. First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) is prepared \u2014 all dimensions, material certificate, surface roughness, and visual inspection documented.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Step 6 \u2014 Shipment<\/div>\n

Parts are packed in anti-rust VCI packaging. DHL\/FedEx express shipping gets parts to North America in 3\u20135 days, Europe in 4\u20136 days. Full tracking provided.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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CNC-machined prototype stamping die and tooling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Materials Available for Prototype Stamping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Material<\/th>\nG\u00e4ngige G\u00fcten<\/th>\nThickness Range<\/th>\nTypical Applications<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Kohlenstoffstahl<\/td>\nSPCC, SPCD, DC01, Q235<\/td>\n0.3 \u2013 6.0 mm<\/td>\nBrackets, enclosures, structural parts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Edelstahl<\/td>\nSUS304, SUS316, SUS301<\/td>\n0.1 \u2013 4.0 mm<\/td>\nMedical, food equipment, marine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Aluminium<\/td>\nA1100, A5052, A6061<\/td>\n0.3 \u2013 5.0 mm<\/td>\nAerospace, electronics, EV battery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Copper \/ Brass<\/td>\nC1100, C2680, C2720<\/td>\n0.1 \u2013 3.0 mm<\/td>\nConnectors, terminals, lead frames<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Phosphor Bronze<\/td>\nC5191, C5210<\/td>\n0.05 \u2013 1.0 mm<\/td>\nSpring contacts, precision connectors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Galvanized Steel<\/td>\nSGCC, DX51D+Z<\/td>\n0.3 \u2013 3.0 mm<\/td>\nConstruction brackets, automotive underbody<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

We stock a range of materials in our facility for fast prototype starts. If your specification requires a material we do not stock, we source it locally within 3\u20135 business days without affecting overall lead time.<\/p>\n

What Is Included in Our Prototype Package<\/h2>\n