
Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials
Our selection of sheet metal materials includes aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and copper,
each enhancing the durability and aesthetics of your metal components.

Steel
Sheet Metal Fabrication Surface Finishing
Opt for diverse sheet metal finishes to boost rust protection, endurance, and aesthetic charm. For finishes omitted from our quote page, choose 'Other' and detail your needs for a tailored resolution.
|
Name |
Materials |
Color |
Texture |
Thickness |
|
Anodizing |
Aluminum |
Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold. |
Smooth, matte finish. |
A thin layer: 5-20 µm |
|
Bead Blasting |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
None |
Matte |
0.3mm-6mm |
|
Powder Coating |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
Black, any RAL code or Pantone number |
Gloss or semi-gloss |
5052 Aluminum 0.063″-0.500” |
|
Electroplating |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
Varies |
Smooth, glossy finish |
30-500 µin |
|
Polishing |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
N/A |
Glossy |
N/A |
|
Brushing |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
Varies |
Satin |
N/A |
|
Silkscreen Printing |
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
Varies |
N/A |
< 1 µm |
|
Passivation |
Stainless Steel |
None |
Unchanged |
5μm – 25μm |
Breton Precision Sheet Metal Processes
Examine the distinct benefits of all sheet metal methods, then identify the ideal fit for your custom metal fabrication part order.
Process |
Techniques |
Precision |
Applications |
Material Thickness (MT) |
Lead Time |
Cutting |
Laser cutting, Plasma cutting |
+/- 0.1mm |
Stock material cutting |
6 mm (¼ inch) or less |
1-2 days |
Bending |
Bending |
Single bend: +/- 0.1mm |
Shaping, stamping marks, embossing letters, fastening of static guide rails, pressing earth signs, piercing holes, pressing smooth, pressing triangle-strengthening, and others. |
The smallest bend radius should be at least equal to the sheet thickness. |
1-2 days |
Welding |
Tig Welding, MIG welding, MAG welding, CO2 welding |
+/- 0.2mm |
For crafting airplane bodies and motor parts. In vehicle frames, waste fumes systems, and framework. In forming sections for producing and circulating energy. |
As low as 0.6 mm |
1-2 days |
General Tolerances for Sheet Metal Fabrication
Dimension Detail |
Metric Units |
Imperial Units |
Edge to edge, single surface |
+/- 0.127 mm |
+/- 0.005 in. |
Edge to hole, single surface |
+/- 0.127 mm |
+/- 0.005 in. |
Hole to hole, single surface |
+/- 0.127 mm |
+/- 0.005 in. |
Bend to edge / hole, single surface |
+/- 0.254 mm |
+/- 0.010 in. |
Edge to feature, multiple surface |
+/- 0.762 mm |
+/- 0.030 in. |
Over formed part, multiple surface |
+/- 0.762 mm |
+/- 0.030 in. |
Bend angle |
+/- 1° |
As a default, pointed corners will be smoothed and filed down. If any crucial edges need to remain sharp, please indicate and detail them on your diagram.