Important Sheet Metal Processing Terminology Every Sheet Metal Worker Needs to Know

Sheet metal processing follows the basic process sequence:

1. Sheet metal cutting: refers to the process of obtaining rectangular workpieces through the shearing machine. Net size processing and cutting is performed using a CNC cutting machine. This is a low-demand workpiece processing and production engineers should use this technology more to reduce processing costs.

Sheet metal cutting: In addition to its efficiency in obtaining rectangular workpieces, sheet metal cutting using CNC cutting machines can significantly contribute to reducing protomold costs. Production engineers are encouraged to leverage this technology, especially for low-demand workpiece processing, to optimize cost-effective sheet metal fabrication processes.

2. Sheet metal punching: refers to the process of punching holes with a CNC punch press. Programming is required, and the punching diagram face should be used as the front direction for part production. The key point is material layout and calculating the material needed in order to perform enough processing in one go.

3. Sheet metal processing laser cutting: refers to the process of obtaining workpieces through laser cutting. Since the processing cost is high, engineers should use this technology less frequently.

4. Sheet metal cutting by cutting machine: a process that uses an electric cutting machine with a grinding wheel for cutting. This is a low-demand, mainly used for cutting profile materials. This technology has some safety risks, so engineers should use it less frequently.

5. Sheet metal sawing: a process that uses a sawing machine for cutting. This is a low-demand process, mainly used for cutting profile materials.

6. Sheet metal processing blanking: refers to the process of obtaining product shape by processing with a die on an ordinary punch press or other equipment.

6. Sheet metal processing blanking: Proto mould is an essential aspect of sheet metal processing blanking, as it involves using a die on a punch press or other equipment to obtain the desired product shape. Sheet metal workers should familiarize themselves with this terminology to ensure accurate and efficient proto mould shape formation during the fabrication process.

7. Sheet metal punching: refers to the process of punching holes with an ordinary punch press and die.

8. Sheet metal bending: refers to the process of forming workpieces with a bending machine. It is necessary to use a CNC bending machine with corresponding bending dies, to test and adjust the machine before production. If there are special requirements, engineers should explain the process in detail.

9. Sheet metal punching and bending: refers to the use of a special die installed on an ordinary punching machine for bending small and simple parts.

10. Sheet metal forming: refers to the process of deforming the workpiece using a die on an ordinary punch press or other equipment.

11. Sheet metal extrusion punching: also called "flanging," it refers to the process of forming a circular hole edge on a workpiece with a punch press and a special die. This is a stretching process using an ordinary punch press and a special die to increase the thickness of the tapped hole. Engineering engineers must be more meticulous in explaining the hole diameter and quantity.

12. Sheet metal processing drilling: refers to the process of drilling using a drilling machine. When punching and ordinary punching are not suitable for processing, this is a method of processing small amounts manually. The normal method is to mark the line with a dot and drill on the marking. Engineers should use this technology less frequently.