Sheet Metal Prototyping
Sanwo Rapid provides sheet metal prototyping services for your project of a fast-turnaround and cost-effective solution. The sheet metal prototyping services include laser cutting, bending, and stamping flat metal for both rapid prototypes and low volume production manufacturing.
Ready to start your project of rapid sheet metal prototypes? SanwoRapid has exact capability for quick-turn and rapid-made sheet metal parts, or assenblies. With our high-experienced project and engineering team, will work with our customers trustfully, and specifically understand what customer needs on sheet metal production. Sanwo Rapid will always keep manufacturing quality of the available materials and processes to get your parts on time or advanced delivery within specification every time.
Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sanwo is a rapid sheet metal fabrication company in China supporting the Sheet metal manufacturing service by Sheet metal Drilling, Laser Cutting, Bending, Stamping, Welding, Soldering, Brazing, Riveting and finishing. We are professional on providing customer the best process suggestion and solution on their custom parts according to the 3D CAD and specifications. Rapid sheet metal prototyping is used to make light mechanical assembly parts such as housings, carbines, enclosures, shells, brackets, mounting plates and other form fit components.
Sheet Metal Bending and Stamping
Ideal for making the sheet metal parts in acquires shape need to pass through a series of workstations like cutting, punching and coining, between the works, Bending and Stamping are the most important processes for custom sheet metal part creating. As leaders in Rapid Sheet Metal Fabrication, Sanwo rapid is capable to Bending and Stamping the Sheet Metal Parts into special features and multi-functional structures by our home made CNC die and tools, quantities range from 1+ prototype to short run metal parts even to 100K+ manufacturing productions. We are able to provide solutions for any complex applications and we are maintained the quality effect between each sheet metal.
Material and finish including:
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Aluminum Alloy： AL6061; AL5052; AL1050; AL1060; AL1100 |
Welding, Riveting; Sandblasting; Anodized; Painting; Plating; E-coating; powder coating;logo engraving |
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Stainless Steel: SUS301; SUS304; SUS316; SUS201 |
Welding, Riveting; Bluing Painting; Plating; E-coating; powder coating;logo engraving |
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Common Steel: SECC; SGCC; SPCC; SPHC; SPTE |
Welding, Riveting; Bluing Painting; Plating; E-coating; powder coating;logo engraving |
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High Grade Steel: 65Mn; SK5; SK7;SAPH440;HC340; Q295
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Welding, Riveting; Bluing Painting; Plating; E-coating; powder coating; logo engraving |
Sheet metal prototyping examples
1. Automotive Industry: Custom Brackets and Mounts
In the automotive sector, custom brackets and mounts are essential for securing components like batteries, exhaust systems, and sensors. Using rapid sheet metal prototyping, engineers can quickly create and test different designs to ensure the perfect fit and function. For example, a new electric vehicle might require a unique battery mount that supports the weight and allows for efficient cooling. Prototyping enables engineers to experiment with various materials and geometries, leading to an optimal solution before mass production.2. Aerospace: Lightweight Structural Components
Aerospace manufacturers rely on sheet metal prototyping to create lightweight yet strong components that can withstand the rigors of flight. For instance, a prototype of an aircraft's fuselage frame section can be created to test its structural integrity and aerodynamic properties. By using materials like aluminum or titanium in the prototyping phase, engineers can refine the design to achieve the necessary strength-to-weight ratio, which is critical for fuel efficiency and safety.3. Consumer Electronics: Device Enclosures
In the consumer electronics industry, the design of device enclosures is crucial for both aesthetics and functionality. Sheet metal prototyping allows designers to create sleek, durable enclosures for products like smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles. For example, a prototype of a laptop case can be developed to test heat dissipation, durability, and overall user experience. This process helps identify potential design flaws and ensures that the final product is both functional and visually appealing.4. Medical Devices: Surgical Instruments and Equipment
Medical device manufacturers often use sheet metal prototyping to create precision instruments and equipment. For example, a prototype of a new surgical instrument made from stainless steel can be developed to test its ergonomics, sharpness, and sterilization process. This allows for fine-tuning of the design to meet strict medical standards before the instrument is used in a clinical setting.5. Architecture: Custom Metal Facades
Architects and builders use sheet metal prototyping to create custom metal facades and decorative elements for buildings. For instance, a prototype of a unique metal panel design might be created to explore its aesthetic appeal, structural integrity, and ease of installation. This enables architects to experiment with different textures, finishes, and patterns, resulting in a final design that enhances the building's visual impact.6. Industrial Equipment: Machine Housings
In the industrial sector, sheet metal prototyping is used to create housings and enclosures for machinery. For example, a prototype of a protective housing for a CNC machine can be developed to ensure that it provides adequate protection from debris while allowing for easy access for maintenance. This type of prototyping helps identify potential weaknesses in the design and ensures that the final product meets the required safety and functionality standards.
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