Metal Stamping Services

Discover the power of precision with Frigate’s metal stamping services. From machinery components to operational essentials, our expert team delivers quality results swiftly and affordably. Experience the efficiency of sheet metal shaping with Frigate.Ā 

What We Do

Our Metal Stamping Offerings

We create complex, high-quality parts from a variety of materials with our precision metal stamping skills, utilizing state-of-the-art tools and techniques to guarantee superior quality.

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Advance expertise with exceptional delivery

Progressive Stamping Excellence at Frigate

Frigate proudly offers stamping services with complex parts from certified vendors, specializing in Progressive dies. These dies are adeptly fed from a steel coil, starting with a coil reel for unwinding, followed by a straightener to level the coil, and then into a feeder, which advances the material vendors’ parts into the press and die at a predetermined feed length. The number of stations in the die can be determined depending on the part’s complexity.Ā Ā 

Our stamping process involves placing flat sheet metal in either blank or coil form into a stamping press, where a tool and die surface form the metal into a net shape. This comprehensive process includes various sheet-metal forming manufacturing techniques, such as punching using a machine or stamping press, blanking, embossing, bending, flanging, and coining.Ā 

Our Clients

Our Business Verticals

Defense

Aerospace

Electrical

Automotive

Mining

New Energy

Healthcare

Agricultural

Metal Stamping Materials

Frigate offers a variety of materials for both standard and custom metal stampings,

Steel

Popular options include CRS steel like 1008, 1010, or 1018, known for its cold forming capabilities.

Stainless Steel

Choices like 301, 304, and 316/316L offer varying degrees of tensile strength and corrosion resistance, with 316/316L providing the highest corrosion resistance.Ā 

Copper

Options include C110, prized for its conductivity and ease of forming.

Brass

Frigate provides brass alloys such as 230 (85/15) and 260 (70/30), known for their high formability and corrosion resistance, also referred to as red brass and yellow brass, respectively.

Metal Stamping Production Volumes

At Frigate, we cater to various metal stamping production needs,

Low Volume

Ideal for up to 100,000 units, bridging prototypes and mass production, testing market viability, and accommodating customization.

Medium Volume

Ranging from 100,000 to 1 million units, offering flexibility, lower per-part costs, and reduced up-front tooling expenses.Ā 

High Volume

For orders exceeding 1 million parts, ensuring exceptional cost-effectiveness and efficient manufacturing solutions.Ā 

Short Run

Designed for low volume runs with limited tool revisions, minimizing costs and ideal for less flexible projects or market entries.Ā 

Long Run

Involving more intricate runs with variable factors, ensuring consistent quality, low per-unit costs, and high throughput rates for large-scale production.Ā 

Tight Tolerances and Quality Assurance

Tolerance Optimization

Our suppliers refine tool and die designs to meet tolerance requirements, ensuring precise results. Tighter tolerances increase complexity and cost.Ā 

Quality Assurance

Regular checks verify output adherence to specifications, supported by a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program for quality and consistency. Stamping tools undergo wear detection, and measurements with check-fixtures or check-gauges are standard for long-run stamping lines. v

Our Stamping Process

Die Customization and Optimization

The die is engineered with advanced features such as progressive and compound tooling, ensuring efficient production for complex geometries and high-volume runs. This minimizes tool wear and maximizes throughput.Ā 

Material Flow Control

Advanced stamping relies on precise material flow control during deformation. Understanding the material's strain-hardening behavior and utilizing proper clearance in the die helps prevent tearing or wrinkling.Ā 

High-Speed Servo Press Integration

Using servo-driven presses allows for adjustable speed and force during stamping, optimizing cycle time and reducing part deformation variability, especially for complex parts requiring precise forming.

Tensile Strength Considerations

Material properties, such as tensile strength and yield strength, are carefully accounted for in the die design and stamping force calculation to prevent cracking and to ensure consistent part quality throughout the production run.

Automated Material Handling

Advanced robotic systems and conveyors are integrated into the stamping line to automate material handling, reducing human error and ensuring smooth transitions between blanking, forming, and finishing stages.Ā 

In-Process Monitoring and Feedback Loops

Real-time monitoring systems track parameters like force, stroke, and material temperature during stamping. These systems allow immediate adjustments to the process, ensuring precise quality control and reducing defects.Ā 

Frigate Approach

Why Select Frigate for Stamping Metal?

With the variety of options, you can tailor your metal stamping order to your requirements. Our diverse range of materials, coatings, tolerances, and certifications guarantees that your requirements are satisfied.Ā 

Compliance for Stamping Services

We ensure full compliance with industry standards and regulations in every stamping project. Our commitment to quality and safety is reflected in our meticulous adherence to relevant compliance protocols, which ensure both precision and reliability. We follow a robust process that integrates advanced technologies while meeting stringent performance and environmental responsibility requirements.Ā 

Key Compliance for Stamping Services

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management system ensuring consistent and reliable production processes.Ā 

ISO/TS 16949:2009

Automotive-specific quality standards for high-precision components in the automotive industry.Ā 

REACH (EC) No 1907/2006

Compliance with European Union regulations on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals.Ā 

RoHS (2011/65/EU)

Restriction of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.Ā 

UL 94

Standard for the flammability of plastic materials used in devices and appliances.Ā 

IATF 16949:2016

Global quality management standard for the automotive industry, ensuring production excellence and continuous improvement.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management standard for sustainable and eco-friendly production practices.Ā 

Tolerance for Stamping Services

Material Thickness
Ā± 0.002 to Ā± 0.10 mm

Precision tolerance for thickness variation after stamping, based on material type and processing method.Ā 

Hole Diameter
Ā± 0.02 mm to Ā± 0.05 mm

Tolerance for drilled or punched holes, considering material stretch and die design.Ā 

Hole Location (X, Y)
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.20 mm

Tolerance for the exact position of holes or other features relative to part edges or other features.Ā 

Flatness
0.05 mm to 0.2 mm

Deviation from an ideal flat surface, typically controlled using precision stamping tools and presses.Ā 

Straightness
0.05 mm to 0.15 mm

Deviation of a line along the length of the part, often critical for structural integrity in aerospace or automotive parts.Ā 

Burr Height
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.1 mm

Tolerance for any burrs formed at the edges after the stamping process, which are removed in finishing.Ā 

Edge Radius
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.2 mm

Tolerance for the smoothness and size of radii at the partā€™s edges, critical for parts that fit into assemblies.Ā 

Perpendicularity
Ā± 0.1 mm to Ā± 0.5 mm

Deviation from a right angle between two surfaces or features of the stamped part.Ā 

Part Length/Width
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.2 mm

Dimensional accuracy for overall part size, crucial for ensuring parts fit into larger assemblies.Ā 

Forming Depth
Ā± 0.2 mm to Ā± 1.0 mm

Tolerance for the depth of formed sections, depending on the material and stamping technique used.Ā 

Camber
Ā± 0.2 mm to Ā± 0.5 mm

Tolerance for the bow or curve in a flat part after stamping, affecting assembly accuracy.Ā 

Surface Finish (Roughness)
Ra 0.8 to Ra 3.2 Āµm

Surface roughness values after stamping, significant for parts that require aesthetic or functional smoothness.Ā 

Concentricity
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.1 mm

The degree to which multiple holes or features align to a central axis. Essential in precision assemblies.Ā 

Corner Radius
Ā± 0.1 mm to Ā± 0.3 mm

Tolerance for the radius at corners, important for both aesthetic and structural integrity.Ā 

Thickness Variation (Across Part)
Ā± 0.05 mm to Ā± 0.1 mm

Variation in material thickness across the entire part, ensuring uniform strength and consistency.Ā 

Springback
Ā± 0.1Ā° to Ā± 0.5Ā°

Tolerance for angular deviation due to the elasticity of the material after forming.Ā 

Tensile Strength
Ā± 5% to Ā± 10%

Variation in the materialā€™s tensile strength after stamping, affecting the partā€™s durability and load-bearing ability.Ā 

Hardness Variation
Ā± 5-10%

Tolerance for hardness across the stamped part, crucial for components requiring specific strength or wear resistance.Ā 

Thread Pitch (for threaded parts)
Ā± 0.1 mm to Ā± 0.2 mm

Tolerance for thread dimensions on stamped parts, especially in fasteners or mechanical components.Ā 

Quality Testing Standards for Stamping Services

Forming Limit Diagram Testing
Drape Test or Numerical Simulation

Tests the material's ability to withstand forming without failure, determining the limits of deformation.Ā 

Hole Distortion Testing
Optical Measurement or X-Ray Inspection

Detects any deformation or distortion in hole geometry caused by the stamping process.Ā 

Shear Strength Testing
Tensile Shear Test or Peel Test

Determines the force required to shear the material, ensuring the integrity of edges and joints.Ā 

Bend Radius Testing
Mechanical Bending Test

Measures the minimum bend radius that can be achieved without causing cracking or material failure.Ā 

Work Hardening Testing
Hardness Testing or Strain Rate Testing

Measures the increase in hardness and strength of the material during the deformation process.Ā 

Springback Angle Testing
Angular Measurement Post-Forming

Tests the angular deformation that occurs after material release from tooling, to ensure part accuracy.Ā 

Fatigue Resistance Testing
Cyclic Loading Test

Evaluates the material's ability to withstand repeated stress and strain, ensuring durability in applications with dynamic loads.Ā 

Flange Height Testing
CMM or Laser Measurement

Measures the height of flanges post-stamping to ensure consistent feature dimensions.Ā 

Component Alignment Testing
Laser or Optical Alignment Testing

Ensures the stamped features are aligned precisely according to the part design.Ā 

Slippage Resistance Testing
Friction Testing

Assesses the resistance to sliding between stamped parts or materials, which is critical for part function.Ā 

Burr Formation Testing
Burr Profile Measurement or Visual Inspection

Measures the size and shape of burrs left on the stamped part, ensuring they are within acceptable limits for assembly.Ā 

Thickness of Coatings Testing
Micrometer or Coating Thickness Gauge

Measures the uniformity and thickness of coatings applied post-stamping for corrosion protection.Ā 

Heat Resistance Testing
Thermal Cycling or High-Temperature Testing

Evaluates the partā€™s ability to maintain its properties under high-temperature conditions.Ā 

Microstructure Integrity Testing
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) or Metallographic Analysis

Examines the grain structure of the material after stamping to ensure no detrimental changes in microstructure.Ā 

Residual Stress Testing
X-Ray Diffraction or Hole Drilling Method

Measures internal stress that may be induced during stamping, ensuring it does not affect part performance.Ā 

Coefficient of Friction Testing
Pin-on-Disk or Tribometer Test

Measures the frictional properties between the stamped part and contacting surfaces during operation.Ā 

Material Strain Testing
Strain Gauging or Digital Image Correlation

Analyzes the amount of material strain during stamping to predict and prevent failure or cracking.Ā 

Part Distortion (Twist/Warpage) Testing
3D Laser Scanning or Visual Inspection

Detects any warping or twisting in the part after stamping, ensuring it fits properly in assemblies.Ā 

Cavity Filling Testing
Mold Flow Simulation or Pressure Measurement

Assesses how well the stamping die fills, ensuring the material flows consistently and evenly throughout the die.Ā 

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What is the purpose of progressive die metal stampings?

It's a metal-forming technique utilized to craft intricate parts for diverse industries, consolidating multiple processing steps into a single operation. The benefits include enhanced speed and precision in production.

Which industries gain from using metal stampings?

Numerous industries, including the automotive, manufacturing, construction, aerospace, electronics, medical, and more, use metal stampings.

What benefits may deep-drawn metal stampings offer?

Ā It is a cost-effective method of creating a variety of components in a range of sizes, shapes, levels of complexity, and accuracy. The fact that deep-drawn car parts are manufactured with a complete wall surrounding the full diameter without any seams is one of its main advantages.

What's the difference between precision metal stampings and fine blanking?

Ā While fine blanking suppresses the ripping of sheet metal material during the blanking process, general stamping regulates the tearing of the material during the blanking process

How do you pick a suitable method?

Frigate's industry expertise and AI-enabled platform, which can analyze design complexity, will assist you in selecting the best course of action.

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LOCATIONS

Global Sales Office

818, Preakness lane, Coppell, Texas, USA – 75019

Registered Office

23, 6th West Street, Balaji Nagar, Kattur,Ā  Pappakuruchi, Tiruchirappalli-620019, Tamil Nadu, India.

Operations Office

9/1, Poonthottam Nagar, Ramanandha Nagar, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore-641035, Tamil Nadu, India. 慤

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