Precision Metal Forming of a 1022 Steel Terminal for the Electrical Industry
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Metal Forming of a Steel Terminal
Knowing Acme Screw Corporation's reputation for complex jobs that save client's money, a customer in the electrical industry came to us in need of precision metal forming of a 1022 steel terminal. The formed end was originally a stamping, welded onto a threaded rod. We formed the stamping by upsetting the end of a .445" diameter rod in order to obtain a cross shape after flattening. We then pierced the hole and trimmed excess material prior to bending up the ears, which was done with in-process induction annealing. The parts were threaded, and finally finished with zinc plating and hexavalent free clear chromate. The thread was ½-13 UNC 2A. The length of the steel terminal measured 13.360" and the width was .980", maintaining tolerances of +.000/-.004". Upon completion of all processes and receipt of the part, our client found that we saved them a significant amount of money. We also met all of their needs and executed the job flawlessly.
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Precision Metal Forming of 1022 Steel Terminal Project Highlights
Product Description |
This steel terminal is used within an electrical application |
Capabilities Applied/Processes |
Primary: Cold Heading Metal Forming
- Flatten
- Trim & Pierce
- Bend
- Roll
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Secondary: Tumbling Heat Treatment
Plating
- Zinc Plate & Hexavalent Free Clear Chromate
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Overall Part Dimensions |
Length: 13.360" Width: .980" Thread: ½-13 UNC 2A |
Tightest Tolerances |
+.000/-.004" |
Material Used |
1022 Steel |
Material Finish |
Zinc Plated & Hexavalent Free Clear Chromate |
Industry for Use |
Electrical |
Manufacturing Location |
Greenville, Mississippi |
Standards Met |
Customer supplied print, 2D CAD Drawing |
Product Name |
Steel Electrical Terminal |

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