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Integrating laser cutting and precision bending into a unified fabrication process enables manufacturers to achieve high levels of productivity and quality. This combined approach offers seamless design-to-production by utilizing CAD/CAM systems to ensure both cutting and bending precisely follow the same digital blueprint. It delivers significant time and cost efficiency through quick setup changes, reduced tooling requirements, and minimized material handling. Furthermore, the process provides exceptional customization and flexibility, making it ideal for both prototyping and full-scale production runs. The high accuracy of the resulting parts also reduces assembly time by requiring fewer adjustments and alignments. This streamlined workflow is particularly valuable for industries with high-mix, low-volume production needs, such as contract manufacturing, consumer electronics, and medical equipment.

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Materials

Sheet metal components are primarily produced from aluminum, stainless steel, and steel alloys, with brass and bronze also utilized; other sheet metal types can be procured upon request. Stainless steel options include austenitic types, which are non-magnetic, offer high corrosion resistance and formability due to elevated nickel and chromium levels; ferritic types, which are magnetic and suitable for non-structural or decorative applications; and martensitic types, which yield strong, corrosion-resistant products. Hot-rolled steel, formed through high-temperature rolling processes exceeding 1700 degrees Fahrenheit, provides enhanced flexibility for creating large pieces. Cold-rolled steel, derived from further processing hot-rolled steel, offers smoother surfaces and tighter tolerances. Pre-plated steel, also known as galvanized sheet metal, features protective coatings to prevent rusting and exhibits increased ductility for easier processing. Aluminum is favored across manufacturing sectors for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and versatile characteristics, meeting diverse application needs. Copper and brass are valued for architectural applications due to their aesthetic appeal; brass offers ease of workability with lower zinc content, while copper forms protective oxide layers for corrosion resistance.

Surface Treatment

Following bending and shaping, sheet metal parts often undergo surface treatments like black oxide finishing to enhance durability, appearance, and corrosion resistance. This popular technique for ferrous metals, particularly steel components, involves a chemical conversion process forming a thin, durable magnetite (Fe₃O₄) layer on the surface. The resulting coating offers multiple benefits: moderate corrosion resistance, especially in indoor or controlled environments when sealed with oil; a uniform, professional matte black finish ideal for both mechanical and aesthetic applications; dimensional stability, preserving critical tolerances unlike paint or plating; and reduced light reflection, beneficial for optical and military applications. Consequently, black oxide finish is frequently applied to CNC-bent sheet metal parts used in tools, mechanical assemblies, industrial equipment, and decorative hardware.

FQA

• Q: What materials are the Sheet Metal Bending Parts made of?
• A: The Sheet Metal Bending Parts are made of high-quality metal alloys.

• Q: What types of Sheet Metal Bending Parts does Crida provide?
• A: Crida provides various types of Sheet Metal Bending Parts for different applications.

• Q: What is the accuracy of Sheet Metal Bending Parts?
• A: Sheet Metal Bending Parts from Crida are made with high accuracy and precision. The parts can be made to very tight tolerances and can be made to custom specifications.

• Q: I want to keep our design a secret. Can we sign an NDA?
• A: Sure, we can sign an NDA before you send the drawing.

• Q: What brand of Sheet Metal Bending Parts does Crida provide?
• A: Crida provides Sheet Metal Bending Parts with the brand name of Crida and model number OEM.