Sheet Metal Fabrication
Our Sheet Metal Fabrication Services
Our sheet metal fabrication provides various sheet metal capabilities (cutting, punching, bending, to welding services) that ensure high-quality parts and prototypes. Low-cost sheet metal fabrication solution provides on-demand production with fast turnaround.
●10+ Years of Sheet Metal Fabrication
●ISO 9001 & ISO13485 Certified Factory
●Advanced Equipment & Competitive Price
●Instant Sheet Metal Fabrication Quotes
●Lead Time As Fast As 3 Days
●Provide Free DFM Report within 12 Hours
Our Robust Sheet Metal Fabrication Capabilities
80+
Machines
12+
Surface Finishes
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MOQ
0.001mm
Tolerances
Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication Services
NOBLE's custom sheet metal prototyping services provide a fast and cost-effective solution to your project. Services include bending, punching, and cutting standard-gauge metals for prototypes and low-volume production. Sheet Metal Fabrication produces durable metal parts with ends available in various materials and finishes to meet your specifications for multiple industries such as Automotive, Medical Devices, Aerospace, Electronics, Energy, and Robotics.[Get Quote]
Our Sheet Metal Fabrication processes
Our sheet metal fabrication factory provides premium custom sheet metal fabrication services, utilizing extensivesheet metal stamping,sheet metal cutting,sheet metal bending,sheet metal welding,Precision CNC Machining, andassemblycapabilities to produce high-quality sheet metal parts. NOBLE's sheet metal fabrication manufacturers use advanced sheet metal fabrication technology and experienced engineers to ensure that you get unparalleled sheet metal fabrication parts with high precision and stable performance.
Sheet Metal Cutting
Sheet metal cutting is a manufacturing process used to separate large sheets of metal into smaller pieces. laser cutting, plasma cutting, and waterjet cutting are commonly used. It is commonly employed in industries such as automotive, aerospace, robotics, medical industry and etc.
Sheet Metal Stamping
Sheet metal stamping is a versatile and efficient manufacturing process that allows for the mass production of complex parts with excellent precision and cost-effectiveness. It is widely used in automotive, electronics, appliances, and aerospace, where it is used to produce components such as brackets, panels, enclosures, and chassis.
Sheet Metal Welding
Sheet metal welding is a vital process that enables the fabrication of complex structures and components. It provides strength, durability, and integrity to sheet metal assemblies, allowing them to withstand various mechanical and environmental stresses.
Sheet Metal Bending
Sheet metal bending is a manufacturing process that uses dies to generate a V- shape, U-shaped, or channel shape along a straight axis in ductile materials. It is applied to shape stainless steel, steel, and aluminum parts, and rapid prototyping of custom sheet metal after the cutting process.
Sheet Metal Fabrication Standards
To ensure part maneuverability and precision of fabricated prototypes and parts, our custom sheet metal fabrication services are in compliance with the ISO 2768-m.
| Dimension Detail | Metric Units | Imperial Units |
| Edge to edge, single surface | ±0.127 mm | ± 0.005 in. |
| Edge to hole, single surface | ±0.127 mm | ± 0.005 in. |
| Hole to hole, single surface | ±0.127 mm | ± 0.005 in. |
| Bend to edge / hole, single surface | ±0.254 mm | ± 0.010 in. |
| Edge to feature, multiple surface | ±0.762 mm | ± 0.010 in. |
| Over formed part, multiple surface | ±0.762 mm | ± 0.030 in. |
| Bend angle | ± 1° | |
| By default, sharp edges will be broken and deburred. For any critical edges that must be left sharp, please note and specify them in your drawing. | ||
Available Sheet Metal Fabrication Processes
Check out the specific advantages of each sheet metal manufacturing process and choose one for your custom part needs.
| Processes | Description | Thickness | Cutting Area | |
 | Laser Cutting | Laser cutting is a thermal cutting process that uses high-power laser to cut metals. | Up to 50 mm | Up to 4000 x 6000 mm |
 | Plasma Cutting | CNC plasma cutting is suitable for cutting thicker sheet metals. | Up to 50 mm | Up to 4000 x 6000 mm |
 | Waterjet Cutting | It is especially useful for cutting very thick metals, including steel. | Up to 300 mm | Up to 3000 x 6000 mm |
 | Bending | It’s used to shape custom sheet metal prototypes after the cutting process. | Up to 20 mm | Up to 4000 mm |
What Is the Sheet Metal Fabrication?
Sheet metal fabrication is a subtractive manufacturing process that involves forming thin sheet metal into parts by cutting, bending, folding, stamping, and assembling. Sheet metal can be cut, bent, or stretched into almost any shape, usually by cutting and burning the metal. Sheet metal parts are often exact and durable, which makes them particularly popular with engineers for end-use applications such as housings, brackets, and chassis.
If you have a legitimate need for custom sheet metal fabrication or outsourcing sheet metal fabrication to a reliable supplier in China, NOBLE may be your first choice. You can contact our team of knowledgeable engineers and mechanics for a quick and cost-effective solution for any part.
How Does Sheet Metal Fabrication Work?
The sheet metal fabrication processes start with removing materials from thin sheet metal stock placed on a flatbed following programmed part patterns to form desired shapes by cutting tools. This operation can be finished with a variety of subtractive machining processes. A sheet metal punch, shear, laser, waterjet, or plasma can generate additional features such as internal holes and edge features according to the part geometry. The second stage is material deformation. After being cut, the parts reach the press brake, forming into the final geometries with the forming process such as bending. The last stage is to assemble pieces of sheet metal or fit them together with other components not made from sheet metal into a complete product. In many cases, surface finishing operations are needed to enhance mechanical properties.
Advantages of Sheet Metal Fabrication
Material selection
Aluminum + Aluminum 1005, Aluminum 5052, Aluminum 6061, copper, stainless steel + , steel and zinc
Finishing options
Bead blasting, anodizing, plating, powder coating and custom finishes
Thickness options
Variety of gauges available
Durability
Sheet metal fabrication produces durable parts for prototyping or end use
Scalability
Low setup costs mean low prices for large volumes
Turnaround
Parts delivered in just 3-7days
Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials
Whatever the application and requirements of your sheet metal fabrication part, trust NOBLE to find the right sheet metal fabrication material. Some popular materials available for custom metal fabrication are outlined below.
Aluminum
Commercially, aluminum is the most sought-after material for sheet metal manufacturing. Its popularity is due to its adaptive qualities and its high thermal conductivity and low resistance rates. Compared to steel—another common sheet metal material—aluminum is more cost-effective and has a higher rate of production. The material also generates the least amount of waste and can easily be reused.
| Features | Info |
| Subtypes | 6061-T6, 7075-T6, 7050, 2024, 5052, 6063, etc |
| Process | CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication |
| Tolerance | With drawing: as low as ± 0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium |
| Applications | Light & economic, used from prototyping to production |
| Finishing Options | Alodine, Anodizing Types 2, 3, 3 + PTFE, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing. |
Copper
Copper is a broadly used sheet metal fabrication material in many industries as it offers good malleability and ductility. Copper is also well suited for sheet metal fabrication because of its excellent heat conduction properties and electrical conductivity.
| Features | Info |
| Subtypes | 101, 110 |
| Process | CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication |
| Tolerance | ISO 2768 |
| Applications | Bus bars, gaskets, wire connectors, and other electrical applications |
| Finishing Options | Available as-machined,media blasted, or hand-polished |
Brass
Brass has desirable properties for a number of applications. It is low friction, has excellent electrical conductivity and has a golden (brass) appearance.
| Features | Info |
| Subtypes | 101, 110 |
| Process | CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication |
| Tolerance | ISO 2768 |
| Applications | Bus bars, gaskets, wire connectors, and other electrical applications |
| Finishing Options | Available as-machined,media blasted, or hand-polished |
Steel
Steel offers a number of beneficial properties for industrial applications, including rigidity, longevity, heat resistance and corrosion resistance. Steel sheet metal is ideal for producing complex designs and parts that require extreme precision. Steel is also cost-efficient to work with and has excellent polishing properties.
| Features | Info |
| Subtypes | 4140, 4130, A514, 4340 |
| Process | CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication |
| Tolerance | With drawing: as low as ±0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium |
| Applications | Fixtures and mounting plates; draft shafts, axles, torsion bars |
| Finishing Options | Black Oxide, ENP, Electropolishing, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing, Zinc Plating |
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight. The material properties associated with stainless steel have made it a popular metal within a broad range of industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace and more. Within these industries, Stainless steel is versatile and is an effective choice for many applications.
| Features | Info |
| Subtypes | 303, 304L, 316L, 410, 416, 440C, etc |
| Process | CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication |
| Tolerance | With drawing: as low as ±0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium |
| Applications | Industrial applications, fittings, fasteners, cookware, medical devices |
| Finishing Options | Black Oxide, Electropolishing, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Passivation, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing, Zinc Plating |
Finishing Options for Sheet Metal Fabrication
Choose from a wide variety of finishing options to alter the surface of sheet metal manufacturing components and products to improve their corrosion resistance, enhance appearance, and reduce cleaning time.
| Name | Description | Materials | Color | Texture | |
 | Anodizing | Anodizing improves corrosion resistance, enhancing wear resistance and hardness, and protecting the metal surface. Widely used in mechanical parts, aircraft, and automobile parts, precision instruments, etc. | Aluminum | Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold. | Smooth, matte finish |
 | Sand Blasting | Sand blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments. | ABS, Aluminum, Brass | N/A | Matte |
 | Powder Coating | Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike conventional liquid paint which is delivered via an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light. | Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel | Black, any RAL code or Pantone number | Gloss or semi-gloss |
 | Electroplating | Electroplating can be functional, decorative or corrosion-related. Many industries use the process, including the automotive sector, in which chrome-plating of steel automobile parts is common. | Aluminum, steel, Stainless Steel | N/A | Smooth, Glossy finish |
 | Polishing | Polishing is the process of creating a smooth and shiny surface, either through physical rubbing of the part or by chemical interference. The process produces a surface with significant specular reflection, but in some materials is able to reduce diffuse reflection. | Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | N/A | Glossy |
 | Brushing | Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes. | ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | N/A | Satin |
Sheet Metal Prototyping to Production
NOBLE's rapid sheet metal prototyping services can help you develop prototypes according to your requirements and conduct functional tests before the models go to market, significantly reducing costs and risks. Working with us for sheet metal fabrication from prototyping to production is the right choice.
Rapid Tooling:
Sheet metal manufacturing is an ideal method for rapid tooling to shape and cut sheet stocks into 2D-shaped profiles out of a wide range of high-strength materials.
Rapid Prototyping:
Sheet metal prototyping can produce prototypes out of a variety of metal materials within several days and at low-per-unit costs.
Batch Production
Per-unit costs reduce with the increased production scales paired with rich options of materials and high output, making it quite suitable for high-volume and end-use production.
Why Choose NOBLE for Sheet Metal Fabrication
Quality and Accuracy Assurance
With certification ISO9001:2015of ISO 9001-2015 and ISO13485-2016, the quality and precision of sheet metal parts we produced will exceed your expectations.
Strong manufacturing capacity
NOBLE's factory has many excellent and advanced machines and experienced engineers. The wide range of internal capabilities can meet your requirements from design, and prototype to mass production of sheet metal parts.
Technical Proficiency in Sheet Metal Parts
Start your sheet metal fabrication project with NOBLE and you will always have access to our skilled experts and machinists to optimize your model design and get comments on manufacturability and cost savings.
Sheet Metal Engineering Support
NOBLE engineers provide 24/7 online engineering customer support for your custom sheet metal engineering and fabrication questions. This includes case-by-case advice to help you reduce costs early in the design phase.
Sheet Metal Fabrication Parts Gallery
For more than ten years, NOBLE has been focusing on providing sheet metal forming services for different metal materials and prototypes. The following are NOBLE customized sheet metal fabrication parts for customers
See What Our Customers Say About Us
Mark Alford ---- Chief Engineer
From the instant and accurate quotation to the production process to the timely delivery of parts, NOBLE responded to our demands with complete professionalism.They handled every aspect of this CNC machining project quickly and cost-effectively.We will surely work with them again in the future.
Luc Szorc---Mechanical Engineer
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Hari Mackenzie ---- Engineer
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Raymond---Design Manager
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Our Sheet Metal Fabrication for Various Applications
Sheet metal fabrication is a versatile manufacturing method for a wide variety of metal products across a variety of industries. This process is cost-effective for low-volume, high-mix prototypes, and high-volume production runs. NOBLE's sheet metal machining services have helped businesses in different industries, whether metal auto parts or electronic equipment parts.
Oil & Gas
Experts at NOBLE master the comprehensive knowledge of CNC machining for the oil field and gas industry paired with the assurance of high precision offered by top-notch CNC machines.
Tool & Die
NOBLE may be your best choice whether you need precision lathe work or multi-axis CNC milling for high-quality tools and dies toaccurately function in the machinery.
Automotive
Our low-volume manufacturing services is the ideal manufacturing solution for on demand automotive parts.
Aerospace
The durability and precision that our precision manufacturing services provide meets the sophisticated needs the different phases of the aerospace industry required.
Medical Devices
Medical supplies manufacturers, tech startups, and research labs benefit significantly from the prototyping solutions we provide.
Robotics
Our industrial-grade robotics prototyping and parts manufacturing services aid in the continuous evolution of the robotics market.
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Sheet Metal Fabrication FAQs
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What is the sheet metal fabrication?
ASheet metal manufacturing tolerances are the acceptable deviations of sheet metal part features required for accurate and consistent fit and integration.
ISO 2768-mk is typically used on sheet metal parts to ensure proper control of geometric and dimensional elements. Below you will find 7 standard tolerance ranges for linear and angular dimensions, flatness and straightness, and cylindricity and roundness.
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Which processes should I choose to fabricate my sheet metal?
AThe selection of the cutting machine is determined by the gauge of the sheet and the material used, along with other key elements like delivery, tolerances, and geometric complexity as expected. You don’t have to figure out the type of cutting machine suiting your sheet metal as our experts clearly know what kind of equipment, technology, and even materials are best suitable for your project. Thus, just submit your 3D files online and get a professional solution from our experts in fabricating sheet metal quickly.
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When should I choose 5-axis CNC machining?
AThe flexibility of 5-axis CNC machining allows the creation of complex components with complex shapes and geometrical details. The stability of the machining tool also gives more consistent and smoother surface finishes. Therefore, you should choose 5-axis machining whenever you need to produce complex parts with tight tolerances.
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Is it more expensive when using multiple sheet metal fabrication processes?
AGenerally, the cost of using just a single cutting machine such as a laser cutter to cut a part will spend less than that of multiple forming processes, for instance, cutting, bending, and punching. But most sheet metal parts need to be machined with a combination of different forming processes, and the per-unit costs will reduce by large-volume quantities.
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What are the tolerances for fabricated parts?
AThe tolerances of sheet metal fabrication are decided by the features and dimensional details of sheet metal parts necessary for consistent and precise integration and installation.
To ensure the accurate control of the variables affecting the part precision and manufacturability, our custom sheet metal fabrication services are in accordance with the ISO 2768-mk.
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How much does sheet metal fabrication cost?
AThe costs of sheet metal fabricated parts or products depend in every respect including the design, geometric complexity, forming processes, surface finishing operations, and more. Besides these crucial factors, the material costs should be also considered.
Our quote online will include all of these factors and even variables in line with the manufacturability of sheet parts, so request a quote to get started with your project right now.
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Does it cost more to use multiple sheet metal fabrication processes?
AIn general, a part that is cut, bent and punched will cost more than a part that is, for example, just cut using a laser cutter.
However, most sheet metal parts demand a combination of forming processes, and this will not increase the price by a drastic amount.
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Do I need laser cutting, water jet cutting or plasma cutting?
AThe type of cutting machine used depends on the chosen material and the gauge of the sheet, as well as factors like desired lead time and tolerances.
We know which projects need which equipment, so you don’t need to specify a particular cutting machine.