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Sheet Metal
Fabrication

A faster, easier way to get consistent, reliable, durable sheet metal parts from low-volume to mass production. Various materlals available to support your precision sheet metal fabricating projects.
  • Wide range within 0.3mm-20mm
  • Lead time as fast as 1 day
  • Dedicated sheet metal fabrication shop

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Sheet Metal
Fabrication Capabilities

As a subtractive manufacturing process, sheet metal manufacturing shape parts from thin sheet metal. Sheet metal parts is often used for end-use applications such as car chassis, enclosures and brackets due to its high-precision and durability. With skilled engineers and rich experience in metal sheet fabrication, Zintilon guarantee upper-class production parts as well as competitive price. Zintilon provides customers with streamlined sheet metal fabrication service, including laser cutting and metal bending. Come here for more dedicated while more professional sheet metal fabricator.
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Laser Cutting

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Metal Bending

sheet metal fabricated part 3

Metal Benching

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Metal Welding

Sheet Metal Materials

Aluminum Image

High machinability and ductility. Aluminum alloys have good strength-to-weight ratio, high thermal and electrical conductivity, low density and natural corrosion resistance.

Price
$ $ $
Lead Time
< 7 days
Tolerances
±0.001mm
Max part size
NA
Min part size
NA
Iron Image

Iron is an indispensable metal in the industrial sector. Iron is alloyed with a small amount of carbon – steel, which is not easily demagnetized after magnetization and is an excellent hard magnetic material, as well as an important industrial material, and is also used as the main raw material for artificial magnetism.

Price
$ $ $ $ $
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
Machining tolerances depend on the detailed material used.
Max part size
1500*800*700mm
Min part size
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Steel Image

Steel is a strong, versatile, and durable alloy of iron and carbon. Steel is strong and durable. High tensile strength, corrosion resistance heat and fire resistance, easily molded and formed. Its applications range from construction materials and structural components to automotive and aerospace components.

Price
$ $ $ $ $
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
Machining tolerances depend on the detailed material used.
Max part size
1500*800*700mm
Min part size
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Stainless steel Image

Stainless steel alloys have high strength, ductility, wear and corrosion resistance. They can be easily welded, machined and polished. The hardness and the cost of stainless steel is higher than that of aluminum alloy.

Price
$ $ $
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
±0.125mm (±0.005″)
Max part size
1500*800*700mm
Min part size
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Bronze Image

Highly resistant to seawater corrosion. The material’s mechanical properties are inferior to many other machinable metals, making it best for low-stress components produced by CNC machining.

Price
$ $ $ $ $
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
Machining tolerances depend on the detailed material used.
Max part size
1500*800*700mm
Min part size
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Brass Image

Brass is mechanically stronger and lower-friction metal properties make CNC machining brass ideal for mechanical applications that also require corrosion resistance such as those encountered in the marine industry.

Price
$$$
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
Machining tolerances depend on the detailed material used.
Max part size
1500*800*700mm
Min part size
Copper Image

Few metals have the electric conductivity that copper has when it comes to CNC milling materials. The material’s high corrosion resistance aids in preventing rust, and its thermal conductivity features facilitate CNC machining shaping.

Price
$$$
Lead Time
< 10 days
Tolerances
Machining tolerances depend on the detailed material used.
Max part size
The maximum size of the part is determined by the machines available and the complexity of the part.
Min part size
The minimum size of the part is determined by the machines available and the complexity of the part.

Surface Finishing for Sheet Metal Parts

As Machined

As Machined

Stain
Bead Blasting

Bead Blasting

Matte
Sand Blasting

Sand Blasting

Matte, satin
Painting

Painting

Gloss, semi-gloss, flat, metallic, textured
Anodizing

Anodizing

Smooth, matte finish
Plating

Plating

Smooth, glossy finish
Polishing

Polishing

Chromate

Chromate

Smooth, glossy, satin

Why Zintilon for Sheet Metal
Fabrication Service

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1-to-1 Quote Analysis

Just upload your 2D drawings or 3D models and you will get quote feedback in 24 hours. Our specialized engineers will analyze your design to avoid misunderstanding, communicate with you and offer an affordable price.

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High Quality Production Parts

The responsible and rigorous attitude towards materials, fabrication technique, surface finishing and CMM testing guarantee the consistent quality from prototyping to production parts. We won’t bother to check the parts quality before delivery.

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Fast Lead Time

The introduce of advanced sheet metal fabrication equipment such as laser cutter, metal bender and professional quoters ensure the fast lead time. We set the priority for the arrangement of the order according to the requirements and order complexity.

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Instant Communication

For the sake of your benefits, every customer will have technical support to get in touch with us from quotation to delivery. You will get instant feedback for any question until it’s confirmed that you receive the satisfied parts.

Sheet Metal Fabrication
Tolerances and Standards

Standards

Geometric tolerance

Linear tolerance

Flatness
CNC Milling 0.2 mm-0.5 mm
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Position
CNC Milling 0.05 mm-0.1 mm
CNC Turning \
Verticality
CNC Milling 0.08 mm-0.1 mm
CNC Turning \
Distance tolerance
CNC Milling \
CNC Turning ±0.05 mm-0.2 mm
Hole accuracy
CNC Milling \
CNC Turning 0.05 mm-0.1 mm
Bending angle
CNC Milling \
CNC Turning 30°-90°

Applications of Sheet Metal
Fabrication Services

Years of experience in sheet metal fabrication allows us to deliver in a fast lead time. We do hope these outstanding parts from different industries make a significant difference to manufacturing industry.

Sheet Metal Fabrication FAQs

The tolenrance range of sheet metal fabricated parts is ±0.2-0.3 mm.

The K factor is the ratio of the thickness of the neutral layer position of the sheet metal (t) to the overall thickness of the sheet metal part material (T), i.e.: K = t / T . Standard calculation method: Material thickness (t) * 1.66.

The cost of a sheet metal fabrication project depends on design, workmanship, materials, and finishing.
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prototyping
Process 1

Prototyping

Zintilon's rapid prototype service bridges the gap between product concept and market during the product development. Advanced sheet metal fabrication equipment, multiple international certifications, and top-notch CMM inspection ensure the accuracy and details of the prototype, meeting high standards of quality requirements.
  • Advanced Technology: sheet metal, CMM inspection, elite engineers etc.
  • Quick Response: full support to ensure problem solved.
  • Customized service: customize precision fabrication solutions
production
Process 2

Production

Zintilon's on-demand production solution provides customers with a modern, efficient and customer-oriented production solution through its flexibility, high quality standards by our robust supply network and self-owned sheet metal fabrication shop, strict quality control inspection, etc.
  • Reasonable planning: precision resource allocation to ensure quick cycle time.
  • Fabrication SOP : advanced technology and strict QC processes.
  • Flexible Production: from rapid prototyping (1-20pcs) to low-volume production (20-1000pcs).

Sheet Metal Fabrication
Services at Zintilon


CNC Machining vs Sheet Metal Fabrication: What's the Difference

Definition

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication: It involves working with thin metal sheets (usually less than 20mm thick) to create various metal products. Processes include cutting, punching, bending, and welding. For example, car bodies and metal furniture are made through sheet metal fabrication.
  • CNC Machining: This is a manufacturing process that uses computer-controlled machines to precisely remove material from a part. It can process different materials like metals and plastics. For example, complex mechanical parts like engine crankshafts are made using CNC machining.

Common Processing Methods

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication:
    Cutting: Using shears or machines to cut metal sheets into desired sizes.
    Punching: Creating holes in metal sheets using a press and molds.
    Bending: Forming metal sheets into different shapes using bending machines.
    Welding: Joining metal pieces together by melting and fusing them.
  • CNC Machining:
    Turning: Used for making cylindrical parts by rotating the component and cutting it with a tool.
    Milling: Used for creating complex shapes by moving a rotating cutting tool across the component.

Suitable Materials

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication: Mainly for thin metal sheets like aluminum, steel, and stainless steel.
  • CNC Machining: Can process a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.

Precision and Complexity

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication: Generally lower precision (usually in millimeters) and suitable for simpler, larger parts.
  • CNC Machining: High precision (can be in micrometers) and capable of creating complex, high-precision parts.

Equipment and Cost

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication: Uses equipment like shears, presses, and welding tools. The cost is relatively low, and the machines are easier to operate. The cost of sheet metal fabrication mainly depends on material cost and labor cost.
  • CNC Machining: Requires expensive, high-precision CNC machines that need skilled operators. In addition to equipment depreciation and material cost, the cost of CNC machining also includes programming and debugging costs.
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