Raw
Clean deburred parts with the natural mill surface.
CAPABILITIES
Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication Services
Precision sheet metal cutting and forming from rapid prototypes to on-demand production. Receive practical engineering feedback and a project-specific quote.
- ISO 9001:2015 quality management
- Fast prototype and production lead times
- Aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper and more
- Laser cutting, bending, stamping and welding
Sheet Metal Fabrication Services and Capabilities
Xproto supports one-offs, prototype batches, welding and assembly, bridge production and repeat orders. Our engineering and production teams combine modern fabrication equipment with documented inspection to deliver consistent custom sheet metal parts. For planning and design tradeoffs, see our sheet metal fabrication cost guide, including material, cutting, forming, finishing, quantity, and cost-reduction factors.
Waterjet Cutting
Cold cutting for thick or heat-sensitive sheet materials without a heat-affected zone.
Laser Cutting
High-precision fibre and CO2 laser cutting for accurate parts and repeat production.
Bending Services
Accurate repeatable angles and formed geometries for brackets, panels and enclosures.
Sheet Metal Fabrication Materials
Aluminum
- Aluminum 5052
- Aluminum 6061
- Aluminium 1050
- Aluminium 5251
Copper / Bronze
- Copper C110
- Brass C260
Stainless Steel
- Stainless steel 304
- Stainless steel 316L
Carbon Steels
- Cold rolled steel SPCC
- Mild steel 1018
- Galvanized steel
Sheet Metal Fabrication Tolerances
Standard tolerances used by our qualified manufacturing team. Tighter requirements can be reviewed against your drawing.
| Feature | Tolerance |
|---|---|
| Cutting feature | ±0.20 mm |
| Bend angle | ±1.0° |
| Bend to edge | ±0.254 mm |
| General dimensions | ISO 2768-m unless specified |
Sheet Metal Applications
Sheet metal supports everything from compact electronic housings to production equipment. Our team reviews material, geometry and finishing requirements for each application.
- Electronic enclosures
- Mounting brackets
- Equipment panels
- Machine chassis
- Mounting plates
- Protective cabinets
- Clips and retainers
- Trays and covers
- Gussets
- Heat sinks
- Faceplates
- Racks and shelves
- Hinges and latches
- Structural supports
- Connectors
- Flanges
- Control panels
- Equipment bases
- Vents and louvers
- Cable-management trays
- Access doors
- Machine guards
- Terminal boxes
- Custom assemblies
Sheet Metal Fabrication Finishes
Off-the-shelf finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Brushed
Directional grain for a consistent decorative appearance.
Stainless 2B
Smooth cold-rolled finish with moderate reflectivity.
Stainless 2N
Bright finish for visible and cosmetic components.
Type II anodising finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Clear anodised
Protective conversion layer that retains a metallic look.
Black anodised
Even black finish with improved corrosion resistance.
Blue anodised
Decorative colour treatment for aluminium components.
Brushed + anodised
Directional grain sealed by a Type II anodised layer.
Powder coating finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Matte black
Durable low-gloss coating for housings and brackets.
Textured black
Fine texture that helps disguise handling marks.
Signal blue
Custom colour coating for visible assemblies.
Light grey
Neutral industrial coating with dependable coverage.
Mechanical finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Bead blasted
Uniform satin texture created with controlled media blasting.
Brushed
Straight-line grain applied after forming and deburring.
Polished
Smoother reflective finish for cosmetic surfaces.
Tumbled
Softened edges and an even low-gloss appearance.
Chemical finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Chromate conversion
Conductive corrosion protection for aluminium.
Passivation
Chemical cleaning treatment for stainless steel.
Black oxide
Dark conversion coating for compatible steels.
Electropolished
Reduced roughness and a cleaner stainless surface.
Hard anodising finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Natural hardcoat
Wear-resistant Type III anodised aluminium.
Black hardcoat
Dark hardcoat for demanding functional components.
Masked hardcoat
Selected faces remain untreated for conductivity or fit.
Sealed hardcoat
Sealed surface for additional corrosion resistance.
Metal plating finishes
Select a finish to match appearance, protection and functional requirements.
Zinc plated
Cost-effective corrosion protection for steel parts.
Nickel plated
Smooth protective layer with a bright metallic finish.
Tin plated
Solderable coating for electrical and enclosure components.
Copper plated
Conductive decorative layer for compatible substrates.
Fast sheet metal parts with Xproto
Xproto combines flexible capacity, experienced manufacturing engineers and in-process quality control to support fast prototypes and dependable production.
Upload your CAD files and drawings to receive DFM feedback, pricing and a project-specific delivery recommendation.
Reliable sheet metal manufacturing, built around quality
From drawing review to final inspection
Every project starts with a practical manufacturing review. We check material, bend access, hole placement and tolerance callouts before production begins.
During fabrication, defined checkpoints help keep cutting, forming, welding and finishing aligned with the approved specification.
- Drawing-led dimensional inspection
- In-process checks for critical features
- ISO 9001:2015 quality management
- Inspection records available by request
Our ordering process
01
Upload CAD file
Securely upload your part design and drawings.
02
Confirm specs
Select material, finish, quantity and lead time.
03
Receive quote
Review pricing and engineering feedback.
04
Manufacturing
Production begins after your approval.
05
Quality control
Parts are inspected against project requirements.
06
Lieferung
Finished parts are packed and shipped with tracking.
FAQs about sheet metal fabrication service
What sheet metal materials can Xproto fabricate?
Standard options include aluminum 5052 and 6061, stainless steel 304 and 316L, mild steel, galvanized steel and copper. Custom alloys can be sourced on request.
What sheet metal fabrication processes do you offer?
We support laser cutting, bending, punching, stamping, waterjet cutting, welding, hardware insertion, assembly and finishing.
How do you ensure the quality of fabricated parts?
CAD and drawings are reviewed before production. In-process checks and final dimensional inspection are completed according to project requirements.
What is the typical turnaround time?
Simple prototypes may be completed in several business days. Timing depends on geometry, material, quantity and finishing.
Can Xproto support production orders?
Yes. We support prototypes, bridge quantities and repeat production with documented specifications and quality requirements.
Our other manufacturing capabilities
CNC machining
Precision milling and turning for metal and plastic components.
- 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining
- Drawing-based tolerance review
- Prototype and production support
3D printing
Fast additive prototypes for form, fit and functional testing.
- FDM, SLA, SLS and MJF options
- Engineering-grade materials
- Fast design iteration
Injection molding
Prototype and production tooling for scalable molded components.
- Tooling and part production
- Multiple resin options
- Inspection support