Overview:
Metal spring clips are versatile components commonly used in a variety of industries for fastening, securing, and holding parts together. These clips are typically manufactured through metal stamping or forming processes, utilizing materials such as stainless steel, carbon steel, spring steel, and brass. The production process may also involve additional operations such as bending, cutting, and surface treatments to achieve the desired properties of strength, durability, and corrosion resistance.
At our company, we offer OEM services for custom metal spring clips tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether you need a particular size, color, or surface finish, we provide flexible solutions to ensure that our products meet your exact specifications. Our extensive experience and advanced manufacturing capabilities allow us to deliver high-quality, precision-engineered spring clips that are suitable for a wide range of applications.
Characteristics:
| Category | Details |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Brass, Copper, Bronze, Aluminum, Steel, Carbon Steel, etc. |
| Precision Processing | Stamping, Machining, Laser Cutting, CNC, Bending, Welding, Riveting, Die/Mould Development, etc. |
| Surface Finish/Treatment | Anodizing, Sandblasting, Painting, Powder Coating, Chrome Plating, Galvanizing, Silk Printing, Brushing, Polishing, Laser Engraving |
| Drawing Format | jpg, .pdf, .dxf, .dwg, .igs, .stp, x_t, etc. |
| Tolerance | 0.003mm – 0.01mm |
| MOQ | Small Orders Accepted |
| Payment Terms | TT, Paypal, Western Union, VISA (30% in advance, 70% balance before shipment) |
| Shipment | By Express (DHL, FEDEX, UPS, EMS, TNT, etc.) |
| Delivery Time | 3-7 working days |
| Production Time | 7-20 working days |
Production Process:
- Material Selection: Choosing the appropriate metal material, such as stainless steel, brass, or carbon steel, based on the required strength and durability of the clip.
- Design and Tooling: Creating detailed designs and developing custom tooling, including molds and dies, to ensure precise clip shapes and sizes.
- Stamping and Cutting: Utilizing precision stamping machines to cut and shape the metal into the desired form, based on the specifications outlined in the design phase.
- Bending and Shaping: Using bending machines or manual techniques to form the clips into their final shape, ensuring they meet the required functionality and fit.
- Surface Treatment: Applying finishes such as anodizing, coating, or plating to enhance the clip’s corrosion resistance, appearance, and overall performance.
- Quality Control: Conducting thorough inspections at various stages of production to ensure the clips meet strict quality standards, including dimension accuracy and functional performance.
- Packaging: Finally, the clips are carefully packaged to prevent damage during transit and ensure they arrive at the customer in perfect condition.
Quality Assurance Process:
– Technician Self-Inspection: Operators conduct thorough self-checks during the production process to ensure each part meets quality standards before proceeding to the next step.
– Engineer Random Inspections: Engineers perform spot checks throughout production to monitor process consistency and identify any potential issues early on.
– Final Quality Control Inspection: A dedicated QC team inspects finished products to verify they meet all specified requirements, ensuring high-quality standards before packaging and shipment.
Applications:
Metal spring clips are essential components across various industries, playing key roles in areas such as control switches, wire management, brake systems, airbags, fender assemblies, doors, instrument panels, and solar panels. Below are some of the primary industries that rely on our metal spring clips:
– Appliance Industry: We provide comprehensive solutions and high-quality metal stamped parts for the appliance sector. Our components are widely used in both residential and commercial appliances, including refrigerators, ovens, washers, and more.
– Automotive Industry: With stringent safety and performance requirements, the automotive industry demands the highest quality parts. We have been serving the automotive sector with precision spring clips since 1971, ensuring reliable and safe components for a variety of applications.
– Aerospace Industry: Aerospace components require exceptional accuracy and precision. Our metal clips meet the most rigorous standards for tolerance and reliability, and our facilities are ISO and TS-certified, capable of delivering RoHS-compliant products to meet aerospace specifications.
– Construction Industry: Metal clips used in construction applications must endure heavy loads and harsh environments while maintaining structural integrity. We specialize in manufacturing durable clips designed to perform in demanding conditions.
– Electrical Distribution: In electrical distribution systems, metal clips are used in applications like circuit breakers, fuse boxes, and electrical panels. These clips must be made from materials that ensure long-lasting performance in electrical environments, providing dependable and secure connections.
