Prototype metal stamping (or precision metal stamping or metal stamping prototyping) is a special type of stamping process that produces metal stampings with superior surface finish and dimensional accuracy.

Metal stamping prototypes are necessary components in the research and development of many industrial products such as aerospace or defense instruments, medical devices and automotive components. Precision metal stamping products are useful for devices with critical applications such as measuring instruments and spaceship components.

Some important parameters you must consider before you buy metal stamping prototypes or find prototype stamping companies are:

1. Application of the metallic stamping prototype
2. Material of the metal stamping prototype
3. Surface finish requirements
4. Required dimensional accuracy
5. Expected useful life of the metallic stamping prototype

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find companies that provide stamped metal prototyping services

Some reputable metal working service providers also offer stamped metal prototyping services. Check out the capabilities and expertise of the metal stamping companies before finalizing the contract.

I recommend: New Hampshire Stamping Co., a customized metal stamping service provider, offers prototype metal stamping services. Metal Dynamix is a metal fabrication service provider that offers precision sheet metal stamping. Penn United Technologies, a precision metal manufacturing company, offers prototype stamping services. Lyons Tool and Die Company, a reputable manufacturer of precision dies and tooling equipment, offers precision metal stamping services. You can also check out the services offered by Micro Forms, another reputable metal stamping company.

Buy metal stamping products from reputable prototype metal stamping manufacturers

You can also buy prototype metal stamping products from reputable manufacturers of precision metal stampings or prototype stampings.

I recommend: Mid-West Spring and Stamping, a reputable manufacturer of springs, coils and stampings, offers metal stamping prototypes. Whip City Tool & Die is a reputable manufacturer of precision metal stamping products. You can also buy precision metal stampings at Michigan Steel Spring, a reputable manufacturer of precision springs.

Buy a prototype metal stamping machine

If your requirements of prototype metal stampings are more frequent or if you want to establish yourself as a metal stamping service provider, buy metal stamping machines that can produce precision metal stampings.

I recommend: Doerfer, a reputable automation company, can design and manufacture press systems as per your prototype stamping requirements. Foremost Machinery is a reputable supplier of sheet metal and fabrication equipment including stamping machinery. You can buy new or used stamping machinery at Westbrook Engineering, a reputable supplier of metal fabricating machinery. You can also buy stamping units at Borries, a global manufacturer of machine tools. Allied Machinery is another supplier of industrial machinery that also offers machine rebuilding services.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Consult an expert for designing and setting a manufacturing process for prototype metal stampings.
• •  Train your employees for safe and efficient use of the metal stamping machines.
• •  As prototype metal stamping products are expensive, try using alternative products without compromising the application requirements.