HTX Sheet Metal & Tube Processing Components | Punch Pins, Guide Bushings & Die Springs
HTX Sheet Metal & Tube Processing Solutions
HTX supplies precision punch pins, guide posts, sleeves and die components for sheet metal forming, deep drawing and tube stamping. Solve alignment, wear, splitting & tooling challenges.
Industry Overview & Core Challenges
Why Sheet Metal & Tube Forming Is Demanding
Processing flat sheet and tubular metal into parts via stamping, deep drawing or hydroforming brings specific tooling challenges:
Material Flow & Deep Drawing Defects
Wrinkles, splits or tearing arise when material isn’t properly clamped or radiused during forming—especially in complex bends or deep draws.- Springback & Dimensional Variability
Elastic recovery leads to inconsistent angles or shapes unless tooling compensates. Tight tolerances (±0.02 in or 0.5 mm) are hard to maintain. - Tool Wear, Alignment & Friction
Die and punching tools wear rapidly without proper coatings or lubrication. Rust and misaligned tooling increase friction and cause splits. - Press Rigidity & Form Accuracy
Heavy loads can deflect presses. Tool misalignment or deflection over wider die space (>1 ft) causes dimensional errors. - Scrap & Deburring Safety
Manual removal of skeleton scrap causes safety risks and inefficiencies in turret or progressive stamping lines.
HTX Solutions: Precision Components & Engineering Support
HTX offers a full suite of fixture-related tools and services designed to solve the above-specific challenges:
- Hardened steels (SKH51, ASP23, SKD61) with optional nitriding or PVD coatings extend tool life and reduce friction. Perfect for high-cycling forming.
- Optimized blanking geometry & pin location to minimize tear, burrs, and springback.
- Precision-tight tolerances (±0.01 mm) high-quality guide sleeves reduce misalignment in forming and tube stamping tools.
- Surface treatments (hard chrome or nitriding) prevent binding and improve longevity.
- Custom blank holders and draw rings sized to control flange movement and prevent wrinkling.
- Strategic tooling radii and lubrication suggestions reduce stress concentration and splitting.
- Integration advice based on press stiffness limits to minimize deflection and maintain part accuracy.
HTX Delivery & Engineering Process
Precision Manufacturing.End-to-End Solutions. 20+ Years of Precision Manufacturing | OEM/ODM Customization | Micron-Level Tolerance | 100% Inspection | Global Delivery in One Streamlined Solution
1. Consultation
Accept part drawings, photos, or tube profiles. Recommend tooling geometry, blank size, clamp layout, material grade.
4. Inspection & Testing
Dimensional checks with CMM/projector; hardness and coating validation.
2. Simulation & DFM
Use FEA or simulation tools to predict splits, springback, wrinkle zones and optimize tooling shapes.
5. Assembly & Press Validation
Tool fit check, press integration guidance, sample forming trials.
3. Manufacturing
CNC machining, heat treatment, mirror finishing and coating of punch pins, guide posts and bushings to tight tolerances.
6. Support & Maintenance
Recommendations for scrap-handling improvements (e.g. impact deburring tools), cleaning routines, spare parts ordering.
Why Choose Us?
🏭 Factory Direct – Competitive pricing and complete quality oversight.
🧠 Engineering Expertise – We collaborate on DFM, process simulation, and failure prevention.
🔧 Full Spectrum Tooling – From punch pins to deep-drawing fixtures, guide sets, and accessories.
⏱ Fast Turnaround – Sample to pilot tooling within 7–10 business days.
🌐 Global Shipping Ready – DDP/DDU export packaging and documentation included.
Premium Materials
Imported Swedish steel ensures stable performance and longer lifespan.
High Precision
±0.002mm tolerance for perfect mold fit , save time and cut costs.
13-Step Inspection
ISO-controlled quality checks from start to finish, with a 99.8% pass rate.
Fast Delivery
Daily output of 50,000+ pieces , faster lead time than competitors.
Full Custom Service
One stop solution from drawing to delivery
·Mirror polishing, wire EDM, cylindrical grinding, CNC finishing
·Surface treatments: nitriding, DLC/TiCN coatings, PVD
·Heat treatment control for hardness and toughness balance
·Tolerance control down to ±0.002mm
·Non-standard diameters, lengths, head shapes
·Special geometries (step punches, reverse tapers, custom flats)
·Tolerances for precision dies, medical tools, and high-speed stamping
·Batch customization for small & large volumes
·Tool steels: SKD61, DC53, HSS, M2, ASP23
·Stainless steels: 420, SUS304, 316L
·Carbide grades for extreme wear resistance
·Medical-grade materials (e.g. Ti6Al4V, CoCrMo)
·Guide post and guide bush matching
·Punch & die set tolerance fit (clearance optimization)
·Ejector pin and sleeve integration
·Progressive die, compound die, or injection mould matching
·Automotive stamping<br> ·Medical implant production<br> ·Electronic connector tooling<br> ·Home appliance metal parts<br> ·High-speed progressive dies
Quote Request Checklist
Material Specifications
Tolerance Requirements
Surface Treatment
Application Scenario
Drawing Availability (If none, describe)
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