RFQ inputs Drawings, samples, material, finish, annual quantity and inspection notes.
OEM metal stamping capability
Metal Stamping Tooling and Die Making
Make tooling decisions visible before production. HARVLAND reviews part geometry, material, volume and inspection needs before die design, sample trials and mass production release.
DFM review before tooling decisions
ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 quality and environmental system support
No MOQ for sample validation
0.2mm-2.0mm target sheet metal range
Finish + inspection planned by project route
Engineering review DFM, tolerance, burr direction, forming risk and tooling route.
Production output Samples, inspection reports, pilot run and controlled shipment planning.
Process path
From drawing review to inspected production
Each capability area follows the same manufacturing path so buyers can connect service details to quote requirements.
View full production process 01
Customer Input
Collect drawings, 3D/2D files, material, finish, volume, inspection and packaging requirements.
02
DFM Review
Review stamping feasibility, tolerance risk, springback, burr direction and tooling direction.
03
Quote & Sampling
Confirm quotation, sample route, project plan, inspection plan and sample validation path.
04
Tooling & Die
Design production tooling, run T0/T1/T2 trials, correct dimensions, burr and springback.
05
Mass Production QC
Run pilot production, customer approval, PPAP if required and controlled mass production.
Review part risk before die design starts
Stamping die development should not begin from an unclear drawing. The first review checks whether the part can be formed, held to tolerance and inspected repeatedly before tooling cost is committed.
- Check bend radius, forming depth, hole-to-edge distance, flatness, burr direction and tolerance risk.
- Confirm whether the route needs single-operation tooling, compound tooling, progressive die stamping or another process.
- Identify drawing adjustments that can reduce die complexity, sample loops or production instability.
Move through die design, machining and trials
Buyers need to understand what happens after tooling approval. The die route connects design, machining, T0/T1/T2 trial parts, dimensional feedback and die correction before sample sign-off.
- Die design is planned around material thickness, forming sequence, part geometry and target production quantity.
- Trial runs check dimensions, burr, forming marks, springback, flatness and fit before customer approval.
- Tooling corrections are driven by sample inspection results instead of guesswork.
Show the factors that change tooling cost
Tooling cost and lead time are not fixed by part size alone. Sourcing teams should understand which requirements increase complexity before they request a quote.
- Complex forming, tight tolerances, deep draws, multiple bends and cosmetic surfaces can increase die work.
- Material choice and annual volume affect die structure, wear planning and production economics.
- Inspection level, sample reports and approval loops should be clear before the project starts.
Support the die after sample approval
A production die is not only a one-time purchase. Stable mass production needs die maintenance, controlled setup, repeat inspection and feedback when material or quantity changes.
- Pilot runs can bridge approved samples and repeat production.
- Production tooling support can include die maintenance, sharpening, adjustment and replacement part planning.
- Mass production control keeps tooling, stamping, finishing and inspection requirements connected.
Buyer questions
Common buyer questions
When is stamping tooling required?
Tooling is usually required when a custom metal part needs repeatable production, formed features, tight fit or progressive stamping efficiency. The exact tool type depends on geometry and volume.
What happens during T0, T1 and T2 die trials?
Trial stages produce sample parts, measure dimensions, check burr and forming quality, then feed corrections back into the die until the part is ready for approval.
What affects stamping die cost and lead time?
Part geometry, material thickness, forming depth, tolerance, annual volume, cosmetic requirements and inspection level can all affect die complexity, cost and timing.
Can production tooling be maintained after approval?
Yes. Production tooling can be supported through maintenance, sharpening, tuning and setup control so approved parts remain repeatable during mass production.
RFQ-ready capability
Have a part to quote?
Send drawings, material, thickness, finish and target quantity for review.
- RFQ inputs Drawings, samples, material, finish, annual quantity and inspection notes.
- Engineering review DFM, tolerance, burr direction, forming risk and tooling route.