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"3D Hubs is able to do the manufacturing in half the time, and that’s a huge advantage to us. "
"Amazing experience. All the exceptions fulfilled. Exceptional quality and surface finish. Lead time faster than initially stated."
"When we started working with 3D Hubs, we noticed an immediate difference in lead time and product cost. Using the DfM tools for CNC machining to quickly iterate, we managed to reduce production costs by up to 50%."
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Sheet metal fabrication is a manufacturing method that involves cutting and bending sheets of metal to form different shapes.
Sheet metal fabrication is more cost-effective than CNC machining when it comes to metal components with uniform wall thickness.
Below is a list of our standard available metals for sheet metal fabrication. If you require a custom material please contact sales@3dhubs.com.
Aluminum | Stainless steel | Mild steel | Copper |
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5052 | 304 | 1018 | C110 |
5754 | 316L |
Our network of Manufacturing Partners gives you easy access to sheet metal fabrication capabilities to serve all your manufacturing needs.
Name | Description | Allowable sheet thickness |
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Laser cutting | This manufacturing process uses a high-power laser beam to cut a material sheet. |
1-6mm (depending on material) |
Bending | This manufacturing process uses dies to produce a U-shape, V- shape or channel shape along a straight axis in ductile materials. |
1-6mm (depending on material) |
The table below summarizes the standard tolerances of the parts produced by certified 3D Hubs Manufacturing Partners.
Feature | Tolerance |
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Cutting feature | ± .00787’’ (0.2 mm) |
Bend angle | ± 1.0° |
Bend to edge | +/- 0.010” (0.254mm) |