The Principle Uses Of Precision Stamping

By Katie Nixon


The processes of metalworking which are used to attain a certain shape or form from a sheet of metal are usually described as stamping or pressing. The main techniques used as part of these processes are generally embossing, punching or using a machine press. There are many different industries which rely on these precision stamping techniques - from their own individual needs which are based on the qualities of the metal and what the end component will be used for. Here are some examples of the principal industries that make use of such techniques.

Firstly there is stamping for the electronics industry. Metal pressings can be used for circuit boards and other electronic products, where beryllium copper may also be needed for electrical conductivity purposes.

Another industry where precision stamping is widely used is the automotive sector. There are many complex parts required in the manufacturing of cars and other vehicles such as engine components, safety related devices, transmission components and exterior and interior lights. Specialist stamping companies can design and manufacture these parts can be made using metal stamping processes. It has to be noted that parts will need to meet certain quality standards as there are stringent rules within the automotive industry for the obvious reasons of ensuring safe motoring.

Precision stamped metal components will be utilised in the medical industry where parts will all need to meet strict quality standards to ensure the effectiveness of equipment.

In the medical industry precision metal stamping might be used to create components for surgical equipment, implantable devices and other micro parts. Strict standards will need to be met in order to ensure patient safety.

Of course there are a number of other industry sectors in which stamped metal parts will be widely used. Some of these examples may include the marine, agriculture, aerospace and telecoms industries. More information on the industry applications of metal pressings can be found by looking online or speaking with a specialist metalworking company.




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