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Why use 3D Hubs for sheet metal fabrication
Instant quoting & DfM feedback
Build and edit your quote online. Review your parts for manufacturability and assess the cost of different materials, processes and lead times for your project in real time.
Readily available capacity
Benefit from our network of 250 manufacturing partners to access instantly available capacity. Our manufacturing partners are both local and overseas.
Quality & reliability
Dedicated 3D Hubs team to ensure your parts consistently meet your quality expectations. We also offer phone, email and chat support for any concerns or questions you may have.
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What is sheet metal fabrication?
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.
Available materials for sheet metal
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6061-T6 | 304 | 1018 | C110 |
| 5052 | 316L | ||
| 5754 |
Available sheet metal fabrication processes
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser cutting | This manufacturing process uses a high-power laser beam to cut a material sheet. |
0.5 - 10 mm |
| Bending | This manufacturing process uses dies to produce a U-shape, V- shape or channel shape along a straight axis in ductile materials. |
0.5 - 6 mm |
Tolerances for sheet metal fabrication
The table below summarizes the standard tolerances of the parts produced by certified 3D Hubs Manufacturing Partners.
| Feature | Tolerance |
|---|---|
| Cutting feature | ± .00787’’ (0.2 mm) |
| Bend angle | ± 1.0° |
| Bend to edge | +/- 0.010” (0.254mm) |
Get your sheet metal parts shipped in 5 days
Learn more about our manufacturing services
CNC Machining
5-15 day lead time
Get your parts CNC machined in 20 metals and 8 plastics
3D Printing
3-5 day lead time
Get your parts 3D printed with FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS or Polyjet
Injection Molding
2-6 week lead time
Get your parts injection molded in 13 different plastics