Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our metal stamping services, capabilities, and processes.
General Questions
What is metal stamping?
Metal stamping is a manufacturing process that uses dies and stamping presses to convert flat sheet metal into specific shapes. It includes operations like blanking, piercing, bending, forming, and drawing. Metal stamping is one of the most cost-effective methods for producing high-volume metal components.
What types of metal stamping do you offer?
We offer progressive die stamping, deep draw stamping, sheet metal stamping, transfer die stamping, and custom die design and fabrication.
What industries do you serve?
We serve automotive, aerospace, electronics, construction, medical devices, energy, telecommunications, and consumer products industries.
Materials and Capabilities
What materials can you stamp?
We stamp a wide range of metals including aluminum (1100, 3003, 5052, 6061, 7075), stainless steel (301, 304, 316, 410, 17-4PH), carbon and alloy steel, copper, brass, phosphor bronze, Inconel, and titanium.
What tolerances can you achieve?
We routinely hold tolerances of ±0.001 inches for progressive die stamping, and ±0.0005 inches for precision electronics components. Specific tolerances depend on part geometry, material, and production volume.
What is your press capacity?
Our facility operates stamping presses ranging from 25 to 600 tons, capable of handling material thicknesses from 0.004 inches to 0.500 inches.
What is your maximum production speed?
Our high-speed progressive die presses can operate at speeds up to 1,500 strokes per minute (SPM), depending on part complexity and material.
Ordering and Lead Times
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
We accept orders from prototype quantities (as low as 50 pieces) to high-volume production runs exceeding 10 million parts annually. There is no strict MOQ for new projects.
How do I request a quote?
Simply visit our Contact page and submit your part drawings (CAD files preferred), material specifications, and annual volume requirements. Our engineering team will provide a detailed quotation within 24 hours.
What is the typical lead time?
Tooling lead time is typically 4-8 weeks depending on die complexity. Production lead time is usually 2-4 weeks after tooling approval. Rush services are available for urgent projects.
Do you offer prototyping?
Yes, we offer prototype stamping services to validate part design before committing to production tooling. This helps optimize your design for manufacturability and reduces overall project costs.
Quality and Certifications
What quality certifications do you hold?
We are ISO 9001:2015 certified. Our processes also align with IATF 16949 (automotive) and AS9100 (aerospace) standards. We provide PPAP documentation, FAI reports, and full dimensional inspection reports.
How do you ensure quality?
We use Statistical Process Control (SPC), Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), optical inspection systems, and 100% in-line inspection for critical dimensions. Every production run includes first-piece and last-piece inspection.