Metal spinning is a method of forming flat metal discs or pre-formed workpieces on a spinning lathe into conical, hemispherical, and cylindrical shapes. It is best suited to low and medium volume production, and it often costs less than stamping or plastic fabrication at those quantities.
Acme spins parts in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, high strength low alloy steels, high temp iron based alloys, refractory metals, and precious metals. If your part calls for a standard or exotic material, we have likely spun it.
Acme spins parts from 0.25 inches up to 96 inches in diameter. Thickness capability depends on material and size, up to .25 inch aluminum and 0.5 inch mild steel at diameters to 48 inches.
Standard tolerances range from plus or minus 0.032 inches on a 24 inch finished diameter to plus or minus 0.186 inches at 96 inches. Closer tolerances can be held on request.
Fast prototyping and test market quantities let you validate a design before committing to a production run, but turnaround time will vary based on different design factors. Contact us for a free quote.
Yes. Metal spinning is inherently a low to medium volume process, which makes Acme a fit for quantities that would never justify stamping tooling. As quantities increase, we help you evaluate whether spinning remains the most cost effective choice.
Acme produces spun components for the lighting, cryogenic, craft brewing, commercial HVAC, architectural, aerospace, medical, military, chemical, and agricultural industries. Common parts include reflectors, tank heads, hemispheres, venturi components, funnels, and hoppers.
Yes. Acme is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and the certificate is available for download on our ISO Certification page. Combined with over a century in operation since 1908, certification backs the consistency customers expect from a just-in-time supplier.
We offer complimentary bids for any of your metal spinning needs. If you have parts that need metal spinning, please include details about your metal spinning: Material Type, Material Thickness, OD/Blank, Surface Requirements, If tooling is needed, Quantity, Prototype or Production, Estimated delivery date. Also attach a drawing or free hand sketch to your email.
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