About Photo Etching Technology
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How long is lead time?
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The minimum lead time for prototypes is 2 business days if it’s domestic. Next-day shipment is available upon request but depending on the material, thickness, and complexity of the order we need additional lead time. Please feel free to contact us for international shipping.
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What types of materials can be etched?
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Please refer to this page for our capability.
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What is your MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) for photo etching?
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We offer small quantity prototype to mass production. Please feel free to contact us.
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How much is the cost for photo etching?
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Initial cost can be significantly smaller than press work because photo etching requires no molds and jigs. Also, it can flexibly respond to model changes.
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What are tolerances for photo etching?
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±10-15% of the plate thickness.
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What is the minimum hole size you can etch?
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D=t or more and 0.05mm~.
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What is the minimum thickness you can etch?
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0.004mm.
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Can we add other processes after photo etching?
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Yes, we can offer diffusion bonding, surface treatment, and machining.
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Can you bend etched metal?
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We can bend etched metal to form 3D hapes. We can handle small quantities precision parts such as connectors and springs. Depending on materials, thickness, and pattern shapes, we will make offers within one week.
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Does the photo etching process cause distortion or burrs?
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Photo etching technology is based on the principle of chemical corrosion processing by etchant, so causes no physical burring, distortion, chipping, or work hardening. Therefore, we need no deburring or polishing, as is the case with cutting and pressing.
→ Learn more advantages of photo etching technology
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Do you accept CAD data files?
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Yes, we accept DXF and DWG files.
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Do you have ISO certification?
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Yes, we have ISO900 and ISO14001.
About Diffusion Bonding Technology
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What is the difference between diffusion bonding technology and other bonding methods?
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Diffusion bonding joints materials by pressing them together in a vacuum at a temperature lower than their melting point, using atomic diffusion at the surfaces. Unlike fusion welding, which melts the materials, or brazing, which uses a filler to bond, diffusion bonding keeps plastic deformation minimal. This process allows for precise bonding, even with metals that are hard to weld or with different types of metals. It realizes a strong bond with no gaps between the materials.
For more details, please see this page.
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What types of materials can be processed by diffusion bonding?
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Please refer to this page for our capability.
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What is your MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) for diffusion bonding?
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We offer small quantity prototype to mass production.
Please feel free to contact us.
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How long is lead time?
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For diffusion bonding only, it takes approximately one week for domestic, and about two weeks if combined with photo etching.
Please feel free to contact us for more info.