Choosing the right material is critical for planning progressive stamping projects because it has a significant impact on the cost and results of your final product.
At CEP Technologies Corporation, we offer the following precision metal stamping materials:
- Stainless steel
- High- and low-carbon cold rolled steel
- Aluminum
- Nickel-plated steel
- Pre-galvanized steel
- Brass
- Bronze
- Copper
- Precious metals
Why Metal Stamping Materials Matter
Each metal has unique properties that influence its behavior under formative processes like stamping or bending, which is why selecting the right metal for your application is crucial. Your metal stamping die materials contribute significantly to your overall cost, component longevity, and much more, and we understand that choosing a metal based on your specific needs is essential for a well-made product.
Before beginning any project, our team carefully considers how the properties of each material can impact its success based on:
Mechanical Properties
A metal’s mechanical properties are important for determining the specific amount of force to use during cutting or bending stamping processes. We can help you identify which metal best suits your specifications without requiring excessive force to manipulate it.
Surface Hardness
The hardness of a metal’s outermost layer determines how much force is needed to bend, cut, or penetrate it. Hardness can also indicate how resistant a metal is to surface wear, a crucial consideration for rugged environments.
Temper and Bendability
A metal’s chemical composition determines the amount of force it can withstand and the degree to which it can be compressed, stretched, or bent before breaking.
Corrosion Resistance
Materials that are highly resistant to rust, such as stainless steel, are essential for use in rugged environment applications like military equipment and automotive components.
Thermal Conductivity
A metal’s ability to absorb and transfer heat is a critical consideration because poorly conductive materials are more at risk of bending or warping when exposed to heat.
Electrical Conductivity
Consider the intended use of your product and how well it needs to be able to conduct electrical current. This consideration will determine which metal is best for your application.
Solderability and Weldability
Parts that are permanent in specific assemblies, like PCBs attached to EMI/RFI shields, require metals that are easily solderable and weldable to ensure a strong bond between both components.
Density and Weight
Businesses pursuing applications requiring lightweight parts, like aircraft components and medical devices, should pay close attention to a metal’s composite weight and density.
Surface Finish
The composition of a metal’s surface finish directly impacts how well lubricant and stamping oils adhere to the surface, which can impact ease of cleaning.
