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Sheet Metal Fabrication

Expert resources on sheet metal fabrication — covering cutting, bending, welding, and finishing techniques for precision metal parts.

Sheet metal fabrication transforms flat metal sheets into functional parts and assemblies through cutting, bending, punching, welding, and finishing operations. It is one of the most versatile manufacturing processes, used in everything from electronics enclosures to automotive components. Key processes include laser cutting for precise profiles, CNC bending for accurate folds, welding for assembly, and various finishing options like powder coating, anodizing, and plating. Design considerations include bend radius, K-factor, material thickness, and grain direction. OrderCAD works with aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, brass, and titanium sheets ranging from 0.5mm to 10mm thickness. Our capabilities include laser cutting, CNC punching, press brake bending, TIG/MIG welding, and hardware insertion.

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PRECISION

±0.005"

Tolerance capability

FAST TURNAROUND

24-48hrs

Quote to production

QUALITY

ISO 9001

Certified processes

GLOBAL SHIPPING

150+

Countries served

MANUFACTURING FACILITIES NETWORK

AVAILABLE

Istanbul Advanced Manufacturing

Istanbul, Turkey

Capabilities

CNC Machining5-Axis Milling+1
Lead Time

3-5 days

Capacity

85%

ISO 9001AS9100D
AVAILABLE

Ankara Additive Center

Ankara, Turkey

Capabilities

3D PrintingSLS+1
Lead Time

2-3 days

Capacity

60%

ISO 9001ISO 13485
BUSY

Bursa Injection Molding

Bursa, Turkey

Capabilities

Injection MoldingInsert Molding+1
Lead Time

7-10 days

Capacity

40%

ISO 9001IATF 16949
FULL

Izmir Metal Casting

Izmir, Turkey

Capabilities

Investment CastingSand Casting+1
Lead Time

10-14 days

Capacity

0%

ISO 9001

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Tolerance Standards

CNC Machining±0.005"
3D Printing±0.010"
Injection Molding±0.003"

Material Properties

Density Range0.9-8.9 g/cm³
Tensile Strength1200 MPa
Operating Temp-200°C / +550°C

Surface Finishes

As MachinedRa 125μin
PolishedRa 8μin
AnodizedType II & III

Production Speed

Standard Lead Time3-7 days
Express Service24-48 hours
Batch Production1-10,000 units

CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System

AS9100D

Aerospace Quality Standard

ISO 13485

Medical Device Manufacturing

ITAR Registered

Defense & Aerospace Compliance