Clips and connectors
improved material usage with multi-slide forming and progressive tools
We offer the following specifications:
Heat treatment: per requirement (inert gas atmosphere, vacuum, air)
Plating process: see copper, nickel, tin, silver, gold
Matrial sizes:
round wires from 0.10mm (0.004") to 2.50mm (0.1")
strips up to 30mm wide for lossless forming applications
progressive stamping from 0.10mm to 1.20mm
Standards: JIS, DIN, ASTM, AMS, SAE, BS, EN
Materials:
Hard drawn wire (SWC)
Music wire (SWPB)
Stainless steel (SUS 302 /301/304)
Beryllium copper
Phosphor bronze
Chrome silicon
Chrome vanadium
Nickel
Brass
Multi-slide parts, especially those produced using direct material width, offer several advantages:
Efficiency in Material Usage: Direct material width utilization means less material waste compared to traditional methods where excess material is trimmed away. This efficiency translates to cost savings and environmental benefits.
Consistency and Precision: Multi-slide machines are known for their ability to produce intricate and precise parts consistently. Direct material width processing further enhances this precision by minimizing material distortion or inaccuracies that can occur during trimming processes.
Complex Geometries: Multi-slide machines excel at forming complex shapes and geometries with high accuracy. Direct material width utilization allows for the creation of intricate parts with minimal tooling adjustments, making it ideal for applications requiring intricate designs or tight tolerances.
Reduced Secondary Operations: Since multi-slide machines can often produce near-net shape parts, there is a reduction in the need for secondary operations such as machining or finishing. Direct material width processing contributes to this efficiency by minimizing the need for additional trimming or processing steps.
Faster Production Times: With fewer secondary operations and minimal material waste, the overall production time for multi-slide parts using direct material width can be significantly shorter compared to traditional manufacturing methods. This speed is crucial for industries requiring high-volume production with tight deadlines.
Enhanced Strength and Durability: Direct material width processing can sometimes result in improved material properties due to reduced deformation and stress during forming. This can lead to parts with enhanced strength and durability, making them suitable for demanding applications.
In summary, utilizing direct material width in multi-slide part production offers numerous benefits including cost savings, precision, complexity, efficiency, and improved material properties, making it a preferred choice for many manufacturing applications.
