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Formed details in sheet metal
Add a formed flare to your cut parts.
Dimple die forming shapes the sheet metal around an existing hole. We offer it when processing your parts, so you can include cutting and these formed details in one quote.
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A closer look
The detail is in the formed holes.
These stacked parts show formed flares around their cut holes. Include the dimple shape, direction, and locations in your drawings so we can review the material and tooling together.
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What to know before you send the job.
Clear requirements help us choose the process and confirm your quote.
- What it does
- The die forms a flare around a pre-cut hole. It is a forming operation, with the hole cut before the material is shaped.
- Specify the result
- Show hole locations, hole size, forming direction, and the finished profile you need. Include nearby bends and features.
- Review material and tooling
- Material, thickness, hole spacing, edge distance, and tooling determine which details can be formed. We confirm the fit before quoting.
- Combine the operations
- Quote dimple die forming with laser cutting, press brake forming, deburring, or other work the part needs.
A useful quote starts here
What to send with your inquiry.
Start with the information below so we can review the work.
Start your quote request- 3D STEP model showing the finished formed part, plus a dimensioned PDF drawing
- Material grade, thickness, and quantity
- Hole locations, finished hole details, and forming direction
- Any additional bends, hardware, weld requirements, and delivery date
Let’s put your next job in motion
Include the formed details in your quote.
Send the finished part model, material, and quantity so we can review cutting and dimple die forming together.