Deep Drawing, Stamping and Assembly
ECHO Industries, Inc. manufactures a range of deep drawn and stamped products in a variety of materials for use in multiple industries. ECHO’s multi-cylinder presses handle rectangular and cylindrical drawn products. Echo specializes in the following areas:
- Rectangular deep draw
- Short to Medium production runs (500-50,000)
- Press capacity from 5-300 tons
On-site tooling design, build and repair - We can adapt existing tooling to run in our presses
Echo Industries specialized in Deep Drawn Stampings. Deep drawn stamping is a metalworking process that uses a punch and die to form sheet metal into a cup, cylinder, or other hollow shape. The process is typically done on a hydraulic press, but it can also be done on a mechanical press.
The first step in deep drawn stamping is to create a blank from sheet metal. The blank is then placed in the die, and the punch is lowered into the die. The punch forces the metal to flow around the die radius, forming the cup or cylinder.
The amount of metal that can be drawn depends on the material’s properties and the die design. The deeper the draw, the more force is required to form the part. If too much force is applied, the metal may tear or rupture.
Deep drawn stamping is a versatile process that can be used to create a wide variety of parts. Industries that Echo has provided products for include Medical, Construction, Industrial, Education and Military. Some common applications for deep drawn stamping include:
- Automotive parts, such as fuel tanks, oil pans, and door panels
- Electrical components, such as light fixtures and power connectors
- Household appliances, such as refrigerators and washing machines
- Medical devices, such as surgical instruments and implants
Deep drawn stamping offers a number of advantages over other metalworking processes. These advantages include:
- High accuracy and repeatability
- Smooth surface finish
- Strong and durable parts
- Seamless construction
- Low waste
Deep drawn stamping is a complex process that requires careful planning and execution. However, the resulting parts are often high-quality and cost-effective.
Here are some of the key benefits of deep drawn stamping:
- High accuracy and repeatability: Deep drawn parts are typically very accurate and repeatable, which is important for applications where tight tolerances are required.
- Smooth surface finish: Deep drawn parts have a smooth surface finish, which is often desirable for aesthetic reasons.
- Strong and durable parts: Deep drawn parts are strong and durable, which makes them suitable for a wide range of applications.
- Seamless construction: Deep drawn parts are typically seamless, which makes them ideal for watertight or airtight applications.
- Low waste: Deep drawn stamping is a relatively efficient process, which means that there is less waste material produced.
Overall, deep drawn stamping is a versatile and efficient process that can be used to create a wide variety of high-quality parts.
Deep drawn stamping is a metal forming process that uses a punch and die to form sheet metal into a cup, cylinder, or other hollow shape. The process is typically done on a hydraulic press, but it can also be done on a mechanical press.
Other stamping processes include:
- Blanking: Blanking is a process that cuts out a flat, pre-determined shape from sheet metal.
- Bending: Bending is a process that bends sheet metal into a curved shape.
- Drawing: Drawing is a process that stretches sheet metal to form a cup or cylinder.
- Embossing: Embossing is a process that presses a raised or indented design into sheet metal.
- Punching: Punching is a process that uses a punch to create a hole in sheet metal.
What is the Difference Between Deep Drawn Stampings and other Stamping Processes?
The main difference between deep drawn stamping and other stamping processes is that deep drawn stamping can produce parts with much deeper draw depths than other processes. This is because the metal is stretched during the deep drawing process, which allows it to be drawn to a greater depth without tearing.
Another difference between deep drawn stamping and other stamping processes is that deep drawn parts are typically seamless, while other stamped parts may have seams or joints. This is because the deep drawing process forces the metal to flow around the die radius, which creates a seamless joint.
Finally, deep drawn stamping typically requires more complex dies than other stamping processes. This is because the dies must be able to withstand the high forces that are required to form deep drawn parts.
Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between deep drawn stamping and other stamping processes:
| Process | Description | Draw Depth | Seamless Parts | Complex Dies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Drawn Stamping | Uses a punch and die to form sheet metal into a cup, cylinder, or other hollow shape. | Deep | Yes | Yes |
| Blanking | Cuts out a flat, pre-determined shape from sheet metal. | Shallow | No | No |
| Bending | Bends sheet metal into a curved shape. | Shallow | No | No |
| Drawing | Stretches sheet metal to form a cup or cylinder. | Deep | No | No |
| Embossing | Presses a raised or indented design into sheet metal. | Shallow | No | No |
| Punching | Uses a punch to create a hole in sheet metal. | Shallow | No | No |
As you can see, deep drawn stamping is a versatile process that can be used to create a wide variety of parts. However, it is important to note that deep drawn stamping is a more complex process than other stamping processes and requires more specialized tooling.
Call Echo Industries today to discuss your deep drawn stampings requirements. Our expert staff is here to assist you.