Progressive stamping of original parts enables you to work quickly without compromising the appearance and integrity of the components. Stainless steel is a popular option for teams making parts for aircraft, automobiles, handheld electronics and telecommunication devices. With CEP Technologies Corporation, you have a team that has been working in progressive stamping for 60 years. We take the time to understand your needs and follow through with repeatable parts.
About Stainless Steel Progressive Metal Stamping
It is common for manufacturers to need hundreds or thousands of the same component. CEP’s stainless steel metal stamping operations allow you to design and order the units as you need. Each component is identical, as we rely on tooling and dies that make it simple to recreate custom parts using the material of your choice.
After designing a special die for your project, CEP inserts stainless steel material sheets into presses. The metal sheets take on the shape and thickness of the die, and your original components move to different stations within our facilities for piercing, bending, embossing and other treatments. Your parts are then cut from the sheets, and excess material is salvaged. In some cases, CEP can create hundreds of stainless steel components per minute.
Properties Making Stainless Steel Desirable
Teams use stainless steel for stamped components because of its impressive attributes.
- Corrosion-resistant: Stainless steel’s properties make it corrosion-resistant. You might prefer this metal material for projects, as the finishing process can be completed in fewer steps. Additional coating is often unneeded.
- Minimal fatigue: Clients benefit from using stainless steel since the metal performs consistently in heightened or changing environments.
- Magnetic and non-magnetic: CEP provides stainless steel materials suitable for diverse applications. We offer 400-series metals for magnetic parts and 300-series stainless steel for non-magnetic needs.
- Widespread availability: Keep your production responsibilities moving according to schedule. Stainless steel makes it easy to scale operations without delays.
- Finishing options: Stainless steel can be finished with a brushed or bright surface. Components for consumer goods can complement the rest of the assemblies they will be incorporated into.
Stainless Steel Grades for Progressive Stamping
CEP enables you to pick from the following stainless steel grades for custom parts.
- Austenitic stainless steels: We offer 304 and 316 stainless steel that can be stabilized with nickel. These stainless steel solutions feature a high level of chromium for a protective oxide film.
- Ferritic stainless steels: Choose magnetic and chromium-dense metals, including 430 stainless steel. We recommend these stainless steels for parts that will be welded and exposed to extreme temperatures.
- Martensitic stainless steels: Martensitic stainless steels are also magnetic and feature heat-treatable surfaces. Metals like the 403 and 416 grades are useful for cutting tools and high-temperature hardware.
Industries and Uses for Custom Stamped Stainless Steel
We outline some of the most common uses for stamping stainless steel below.
Stainless Steel Automotive and Transportation Parts
- Connectors
- Catalytic converter shells
- Engine compartment heat shields
- Exhaust system brackets
Stainless Steel Food Processing Equipment Components
- Tanks and kettles
- Mixing wands
- Impellers
- Filter baskets
Stainless Steel Electrical Components
- EMI shielding
- Battery retainers
- Hold-down clips
- Vent grills
Stainless Steel Aerospace and Defense Components
- Grommet retainers
- Wear plates and shims
- End caps
- Seat latches
