Sheet Metal Fabrication Service
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Sheet Metal Fabrication

HENSEN has rich experience in sheet metal engineering and manufacturing, and we offer a wide range of material, surface finish, and manufacturing options for small and large-scale projects.

Sheet Metal Fabrication Service

• Sheet metal stamping

• Sheet metal bending

• Custom sheet metal fabrication

• Sheet metal surface finishing

• Welding

• Cutting(Laser cutting、Plasma cutting、Waterjet cutting)

Sheet Metal Forming Design Guidelines and Capabilities

Follow these guidelines for formed sheet metal parts to ensure consistent quality and fast production times:

Maximum Bend Length 47 in.
Minimum Qualifying Part Size 0.05 in x 0.05 in (12.7mm x 12.7mm) for formed parts
Maximum Pressing Force 80 tons
Bend Angles 1 degree ‘kick’ to 135 degrees
Bending Output Linear bends—external and internal flanges
Maximum U-Channel Ratio 2:1 (width:height)
Internal Radius Tooling Options

0.01 in. to 1 in. (standard tooling increments)

>1 in. radius bends will be bump formed

Offsets Standard offset tooling sizes
Hems Closed hems up to 47 in., open hems up to 36 in.
Forming Best Practices

> Relieve bends in CAD designs

> For best price and lead time, use manufacturer-recommended radius tooling

Ensure appropriate placement of nearby features (e.g., holes, hardware inserts, other bends)

Sheet Metal Materials and Thicknesses for Formed Parts

We offer the following metal materials for custom-formed sheet metal parts.

Note that based on material thickness, maximum bending capabilities will vary.

Material Grade Thicknesses Available
Aluminum

• 5052-H32

• 6061-T6 (requires review)

• 5052: 0.025 in. – 0.250 in. (0.635mm – 6.35mm)

• 6061: 0.025 in. – 0.134 in. (0.635mm – 3.40mm)

Steel

• CRS/HRPO

• Galvanneal (pre-plated)

• Galvanized (pre-plated)

• CRS/HRPO: 0.025 in. – 0.250 in. (0.635mm – 6.35mm)

• Pre-plated: 0.025 in. – 0.134 in. (0.635mm – 3.40mm)

Stainless Steel

• 304-2B

• 304-#4

• 316-2B

• 304-2B: 0.025 in. – 0.250 in. (0.635mm – 6.35mm)

• 304-#4: 0.025 in – 0.119 in. (0.635mm – 3.023mm)

• 316-2B: 0.025 in. – 0.134 in. (0.635mm – 3.40mm)

Copper

• C1010

• C1100

• 0.025 in – 0.125 in. (0.635mm – 3.175mm)
Brass • C260 • 0.025 in. – 0.125 in. (0.635mm – 3.175mm)

Surface Finishing Options

Surface finish is applied to parts after they have been machined to create a unique surface layer to meet the hardness, chemical resistance, and appearance requirements of the products. It depends on material properties and the application of the part. HENSEN provides almost all types of surface finish processes.

Anodizing can improve the corrosion resistance of aluminum alloys, increase the surface hardness and wear resistance of aluminum alloys, and have a good appearance after coloring treatment. Type II traditional anodizing and Type III hard coat anodizing service is available.

Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike traditional liquid paint, which is applied with an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and cured with heat or ultraviolet light.

Black oxide, or blackening, is a conversion coating for ferrous metals, stainless steel, copper and copper-based alloys, zinc, powdered metals, and silver solder. It produces an oxide film on the metal surface to add modest corrosion resistance, improve appearance, and reduce light reflection. Black oxide must be treated with oil or wax to provide maximum corrosion resistance.

Bead blasting produces a smooth, matte-textured surface, and sharp edges can be broken and deburred for safe handling. Bead blasting can also improve the mechanical strength, wear resistance and corrosion resistance of parts.

Electroplating is the process of coating an object in a layer of metal using electrodeposition. Electroplating is widely used to improve the surface qualities of metals, such as resistance to abrasion and corrosion, lubricity, reflectivity, and electrical conductivity. Electroplating can also make metals look better.

Polishing is a technique for creating a smooth and shiny surface by rubbing it or applying a chemical treatment. The process creates a surface with significant specular reflection, but it can also reduce diffuse reflection in some materials.

Brushing is a surface treatment process in which an abrasive belt is used to draw marks and lines on the surface of products to achieve a decorative texture.

Sheet Metal Applications

Sheet metal is a versatile manufacturing process for a range of metal components. The process can support high-volume commodity products and low-volume, one-of-a-kind applications. Common sheet metal parts include:

 

 

• Electrical enclosure

• Parts for computer electronics

• Chassis

• Brackets

• Cabinets

• Mounts

• Appliances

Sheet metal processing parts