Frequently asked questions
Formal Quotes make it easy to send a link to your accounts payable department so they can process payment for orders online, while the order itself remains associated with your account. This allows you to remain the point of contact if there are any questions during production. Read the complete FAQ for detailed info! …
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We do not offer any polished or mirror finish metals at this time. Mirror-finish acrylic is available, as well as a variety of plastics and composites with a gloss finish. …
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The Bend tool in Autodesk Fusion lets you preview how your sheet metal part will look once bent and confirm the final formed dimensions. To use it correctly: (1) set up a sheet metal rule with the right K factor and bend radius, (2) sketch your flat pattern with bend lines, (3) extrude using the Flange tool, (4) apply bends with the Bend tool, and (5) measure the 3D model to confirm dimensions before exporting …
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If you need to get a PDF quote to send to your company’s purchasing department, our Formal Quote payment method makes it easy. Please note, when you create a Formal Quote, the parts will not move into production until payment is submitted. …
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At this time we anodize 5052, 6061, and 7075 aluminum. Many non-ferrous metal materials can be anodized, but aluminum is the best candidate and creates the most successful finish. …
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