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.

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DFM reviewbefore tooling decisions
±0.02 mm tolerancefor critical features, subject to drawing and process review
0.2–2.0 mmsheet thickness range
ISO 9001 / ISO 14001quality and environmental management systems
No MOQfor sample validation
Finish + inspectionplanned for your project
RFQ inputsDrawings, samples, material, finish, annual quantity and inspection notes.
Engineering reviewDFM, tolerance, burr direction, forming risk and tooling route.
Production outputSamples, 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.

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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.

Before Tooling

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.
Die Development

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.
Cost and Lead Time

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.
Production Tooling

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

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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.

Related capabilities

Related manufacturing capabilities

CapabilityProgressive Die StampingProgressive die stamping moves coil-fed strip through a planned sequence of piercing, forming, bending and cut-off stations. HARVLAND reviews part geometry, material, annual demand, strip layout, die trials and inspection needs before production tooling is released.CapabilityPrecision Metal StampingPrecision stamping is not one universal tolerance claim. It is a controlled manufacturing route that aligns material, tooling, datums, burr direction, critical features and inspection with the part's real fit and function before repeat production.CapabilityCustom Metal StampingSend drawings or samples for engineering review before tooling. HARVLAND helps OEM teams move from stamping feasibility and no-MOQ sample approval to finished mass production parts.CapabilitySheet Metal Stamping PartsReview brackets, shields, covers, clips, terminals, backplates and chassis parts in a typical 0.2–2.0 mm sheet range. Send drawings to compare stamping with fabrication and plan samples, tooling, finishing and repeat production.CapabilityOEM/ODM ManufacturingRequest an NDA before sharing controlled files, then send 2D/3D drawings or samples for DFM. HARVLAND supports no-MOQ sample discussion, tooling approval, quality records and repeat production for OEM/ODM programs.
Resource library

Guides and articles

Production guideMetal Stamping Production Process: From Coil to Finished PartsFollow the material through a typical stamping route and see what each stage produces, what should be checked, and when the part is ready to move on.Engineering guideProgressive Die Stamping Design, Volume and Tooling GuideA buyer-focused guide to preparing a stamped part for progressive tooling, from feature and strip decisions through station planning, volume assumptions, die trials and production release.Production guidePrototype to Production Metal Stamping: 8-Stage Release GuidePrototype-to-production metal stamping should pass eight controlled gates: validation brief, early sample, design freeze, die trials, FAI, buyer-required PPAP, pilot run and production release. Each gate needs defined inputs, evidence and an approval owner.Sourcing guideMetal Stamping Tooling Cost and Lead Time GuideCompare stamping tooling proposals by what the die must do, which costs the quote includes and what evidence is required before sample approval.Process comparisonProgressive Die vs Deep Draw vs Single-Station StampingChoose a stamping route by the shape you need, the way material must move and the quantity you expect to order. Understand where single-station, compound, progressive and transfer tooling fit—and how deep drawing can be part of those routes.Quality guideMetal Stamping Quality Control and InspectionQuality control decides whether stamped parts arrive consistent and to drawing. Use this guide to understand the systems, inspections and documents that keep a stamping program in spec.

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