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Which metal forming process is characterized by shaping sheet metal into three-dimensional forms using a hydraulic press and a die?
Which metal forming process is characterized by shaping sheet metal into three-dimensional forms using a hydraulic press and a die?
- Deep drawing
- Press forming (correct)
- Wrought iron forging
- Spinning
The spinning process involves pressing a blank clamped over a deep drawing die to create fire extinguishers and aerosol cans.
The spinning process involves pressing a blank clamped over a deep drawing die to create fire extinguishers and aerosol cans.
False (B)
What is the primary function of the roller tool in the spinning process?
What is the primary function of the roller tool in the spinning process?
To move into the blank along mandrel, till the end of mandrel
In drop forging, the heated metal is placed on an ______ and shaped using a die attached to a ram.
In drop forging, the heated metal is placed on an ______ and shaped using a die attached to a ram.
Match the metal forming processes with their typical production scale
Match the metal forming processes with their typical production scale
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of wrought iron forging?
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of wrought iron forging?
Bending processes using a machine press brake are limited to small-scale, one-off production due to their complexity and cost.
Bending processes using a machine press brake are limited to small-scale, one-off production due to their complexity and cost.
What post-processing step is often required after hot rolling, and why?
What post-processing step is often required after hot rolling, and why?
Which of the following is the correct order of steps in press forming?
Which of the following is the correct order of steps in press forming?
In the context of metal rolling, using cold rolling gives the material a ______ tolerance and a better surface finish compared to hot rolling.
In the context of metal rolling, using cold rolling gives the material a ______ tolerance and a better surface finish compared to hot rolling.
Flashcards
Press Forming
Press Forming
Shapes sheet metal into 3D forms using a hydraulic press to push a die into the sheet material. Often uses robots.
Spinning process
Spinning process
Sheet metal is placed between a mandrel and tail stock. A roller tool is moved into the blank along the mandrel.
Cupping and deep drawing
Cupping and deep drawing
A pressing blank clamped over a deep drawing die, then a hydraulic press is used to push the blank into the die.
Drop Forging process
Drop Forging process
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Wrought Iron Forging
Wrought Iron Forging
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Bending
Bending
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Rolling
Rolling
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Study Notes
- Study notes on forming processes
Press Forming
- A blank is clamped over a die, then hydraulic press pushes the die into the sheet material
- Used to shape sheet metal into 3D forms
- Often used with robots to lift sheet into place
- Suited for mass production/large-scale batch production
- Products include metal seats and car body panels made of aluminium
Spinning
- Sheet metal is positioned between a mandrel and tail stock
- A roller tool is moved into the blank, along the mandrel, until the end of the mandrel is reached
- Good for mass production/small-batch production
- Products may show parallel lines
- Products include stainless steel saucepans and kettles
Cupping and Deep Drawing
- A pressing blank is clamped over a deep drawing die
- A hydraulic press pushes a deep drawing punch that pushes the blank into the die
- High initial tooling cost
- Suitable for large scale mass/continuous production
- Products include aluminium fire extinguishers and aerosol cans
Drop Forging
- Die on an anvil mould
- Die on ram is moulded
- The metal is heated above recrystallisation temperature
- A hydraulic ram is brought down with force
- Used for tough and hard products
- Shapes hot metal
- Maintains the internal grain structure, leading to enhanced strength
- Mass production
- Products include steel spanners and pliers
Wrought Iron Forging
- The metal is heated in a forge
- Utilizes a hand/hydraulic press process
- Most suited for one-off/small-scale production
- Products include wrought iron gate scrolls and decorative fencing
Bending
- A machine press brake is employed
- Metal is clamped between the punch and die
- The punch is lowered, bending the material
- The process doesn't include any punching/trimming of the metal
- Best suited for large-scale batch production
- Products include seams on metal, plate edges, bending sheets for product casings made of steel
Rolling
- Hot rolling occurs above the recrystallisation temperature, while cold rolling occurs below that temperature
- In hot rolling, the surface is usually coated with carbon deposits, which need to be removed using acid pickling
- Hot rolling results in uniform mechanical properties without deformation or stresses
- Cold rolling results in material that has a tighter tolerance and a better surface finish
- Products include railroad tracks, I beams, filings cabinets made of steel
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Overview of sheet metal forming processes: press forming, spinning, cupping, and deep drawing. Covers applications, production suitability, and product characteristics. Includes metal seats, car panels, saucepans and aerosol cans.
