Miniature Stamped Parts Remind Us of a Game
Remember the children’s game “I Spy with My Little Eye?” It was fun as a kid to try to spot what our friends saw from their unique perspective. The more challenging, the better — as we closely examined even the tiniest of details within our surroundings to find the winning item.
Well, we do it every day here at Atlantic Precision Spring. But for us, it’s not a game — it’s our business. We specialize in miniature metal stamping and manufacture stamped components using some of the highest-quality materials on the market. This level of craftsmanship and precision has helped position us as a trusted leader in the manufacturing of small metal parts. We service a wide range of clients with custom springs and miniature metal parts, utilizing the necessary tools and resources to meet highly specific needs. It’s an interesting art, working with miniature sizes. Here’s how it’s done.
How to Manufacture Miniature Stamped Parts
Our tolerances are paper-thin (or even thinner!) as we manufacture the most precise small metal parts for your business. Our precision process is fully automated, enabling us to produce high-volume quantities with consistency and speed. Through micro-precision stamping, we manufacture small clips, inserts, springs, and other stamped components specifically tailored to meet your exact needs. Using a wide range of metals, from stainless steel to copper, we choose the best material for your application.
Atlantic Precision Spring focuses on meticulous exactness. Miniature parts require no room for error, so tolerances are tighter than ever. The challenge with working on such small details is utilizing the right equipment. We are always improving our technologies to produce the smaller and highest quality metal stamped parts you can find.
Precision Tools for Precision Results
Creating a high-precision part starts with utilizing high-precision tools and components. It starts with a progressive die set, where all the forming and cutting is done. We utilize high-precision ball bearing die sets and materials that reduce friction and wear, thereby enhancing tool longevity and part consistency. With wire electrical discharge machine (WEDM) technology, our tools are manufactured with tolerances as precise as 0.0001 inches.
The right material is key to forming, cutting, drawing, and extruding efficiently. Our experienced engineers and toolmakers understand how different metals behave — some need flexibility while others require rigidity. We inspect parts and equipment regularly to ensure consistency, accuracy, and optimal performance.
Fast Tooling for Small Orders
Smaller parts require smaller machines — and with that, tighter tolerances. Knowing which materials work best under high pressure is essential. Surface finish also plays a significant role. Some tools are polished to a fine shine, while others may undergo additional finishing to ensure smooth surfaces.
At Atlantic Precision Spring, we’ve developed cost-effective precision tooling solutions using pre-machined blank form tools. These tools, which are already heat-treated and ground in bulk, help us reduce production time and cost, especially for custom, small-batch orders of miniature stamped parts.
Miniature Parts, Major Applications
Our miniature stamped parts — some measuring less than the width of a human hair — are used in a wide range of industries. From medical and electronic devices to aerospace instruments and military systems, miniature metal stamping is a critical component of modern manufacturing.
Whether your project calls for simple shapes or complex geometries, we can meet your needs. Our accurate and efficient production process ensures that we understand your specifications and deliver your parts promptly.
Trusted Miniature Part Manufacturers
Atlantic Precision Spring is proud to be a leader in small metal parts manufacturing. We work with miniature stamped components as small as 0.076 mm — about the size of an ink dot! Our expertise, attention to detail, and ability to produce custom solutions make us a top choice among miniature part manufacturers in the U.S.
Contact us today to learn more or request a quote for your next project, including beryllium copper springs and other precision components.