Cold Rolled Stamped Sheet
Cold rolled stamped sheet, also known as cold rolling or cold stamping, is a steel production process used to shape metal sheets and plates. The process uses high pressure to create a two-dimensional product with a flat surface or patterned surface. The finished product is then put through an annealing process to adjust the hardness and structure of the metal. This process is used for a variety of applications, such as producing components for automotive, aerospace, and installation operations.
To produce cold rolled stamped sheet, a press containing a die is positioned onto a piece of metal. The punch is then forced through the metal to form the desired shape. Pressure is applied in multiple stages, which can include combining multiple dies that correspond to the shape and size desired. The results create a product that is more refined compared to traditional stamping.
Cold rolled stamped sheet has a range of benefits that make it a popular material for multiple industries. The surface finish is rather smooth, as shallow grooves that can be found in the product create a consistent grain direction for improved rigidity and surface strength. The end product also features reduced surface imperfections.
Cold rolled stamped sheet can also be produced at lower cost than alternative forming processes. The process involves fewer steps which reduces the overall cost of the finished product. Additionally, it is possible to produce sheet metal with thin gauges, which results in more sheet metal per pound.
The ability to create complex geometries more quickly compared to traditional stamping also makes cold rolled stamped sheet an attractive option. It is possible to design parts with intricate curves, channels, and other shapes that would be difficult to achieve with other processes. Cold rolling also has the potential to form metal to ultra thin profiles.
Cold rolled stamped sheet is an effective metal forming process used for an array of applications such as automotive components, aerospace components, and installation operations. The process involves using high pressure to form metal into two-dimensional shapes with flat or patterned surfaces. Cold rolled stamped sheet offers a range of benefits from cost effectiveness to smoother surfaces and thin gauges. Its ability to form complex geometries faster than traditional stamping also make it a preferred metal forming method for several industries.