Electroforming
A process that uses electrodeposition technology to form thin metal plates into a desired shape with high precision. It allows to manufacture three-dimensional components such as fine meshes and encoders.
Electroforming
Electroforming is a process that uses electrodeposition technology to form thin metal plates into a desired shape with high precision. It allows to manufacture three-dimensional components such as fine meshes and encoders.
Process limits and accuracy -１.Plate thickness
From 0.005t Please consult about other thickness values
Process limits and accuracy -２.Materials that can be processed
Nickel, copper
Process limits and accuracy -３.Corner shape
Electroforming produces outer and inner corners with radius R.
The radius of outer corners is 50% of the plate thickness. The radius of inner corners is 20% of the plate thickness.
Process limits and accuracy -４.Dimensional tolerances
Dimensional tolerances vary depending on the thickness of the plate; a minimum tolerance of ±5μ is possible.
We can also meet even more strict requirements, so please contact us for more information.
Process limits and accuracy -５.Cross-section shape
Two cross-section shapes are available. The first shape is the overhanging shape shown in the lower left figure. A straight cross-section is also possible if the thickness of the plate is less than 20μ.
Process limits and accuracy -６.Processing limits
The minimum dimension D is 5μ or more. However, it may be difficult to obtain due to the pitch. The minimum dimension W is 30μ or more.
Work processes
