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Custom Sheet Metal Welding Services

TENGHUI provides sheet metal welding services for custom brackets, panels, frames, chassis, enclosures, cabinets, and other fabricated assemblies. Available processes include laser welding, TIG welding, MIG welding, and resistance spot welding.

The welding method is selected according to your material, thickness, joint design, strength requirements, production quantity, and desired appearance. Controlled fit-up, suitable fixtures, and planned welding sequences help reduce distortion and maintain important assembly dimensions.

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Metal Fabrication welding

Sheet Metal Welding Capabilities

01
Laser Welding Precise & Low Distortion

Laser welding creates narrow, consistent weld seams with concentrated heat input. It is suitable for thin sheet metal, long seams, visible joints, and repeat production where reduced distortion and clean appearance are important.

02
TIG Welding High-Cosmetic Welds

TIG welding provides precise control over heat input and filler material. It is commonly used for stainless steel, aluminum, thin sheets, prototypes, complex joints, and cosmetic welds.

03
MIG Welding Structural & Assemblies

MIG welding provides faster welding speeds and efficient filler-metal deposition. It is suitable for carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum frames, brackets, structural parts, and larger assemblies.

04
Resistance Spot Welding Fast & Consistent Joints

Spot welding joins overlapping sheet metal parts quickly and consistently. Typical applications include panels, cabinets, chassis, covers, brackets, and repeat production assemblies.

Materials for Sheet Metal Welding

Welding Feasibility Material & Method

Not every material or thickness is suitable for every welding method. Final feasibility and process optimization are confirmed after reviewing your technical drawings and material specifications.

Material Available Grades Welding Considerations
Carbon Steel SPCC, SPHC, DC01, DC05, Q235, Q355 Commonly used for brackets, frames, panels, and structural assemblies.
Stainless Steel SUS301, SUS304, SUS316 Requires controlled heat input to limit thermal distortion and heat discoloration.
Aluminum 5052, 5754, 5083, 6061 Requires suitable filler material, rigorous surface preparation, and proper shielding gas.
Galvanized Steel SECC, SGCC Requires engineering review because the zinc coating affects welding conditions and appearance.
Copper, Brass & Titanium Selected projects Feasibility depends on material grade, thickness, joint design, and welding process.

Common Welded Sheet Metal Parts

01 Load-Bearing

Brackets & Structural Frames

Welded brackets, reinforcement braces, and heavy-duty structural frames designed to provide reliable load-bearing support and mechanical stability.

02 Housings

Electronic Chassis & Bodies

Precision-welded electronic chassis and multi-side enclosure bodies built to house internal components securely while maintaining tight tolerances.

03 Enclosures

Electrical Cabinets & Boxes

Robust electrical cabinets and automation control boxes featuring clean, sealed weld seams designed to protect sensitive electrical components.

04 Cosmetic

Equipment Panels & Covers

Custom equipment faceplates, exterior side panels, and protective covers fabricated with smooth, high-cosmetic weld finishes for industrial devices.

05 Safety & Racking

Machinery Guards & Trays

Safety machinery guards and reinforced mounting trays built to withstand rigorous industrial operational environments and secure moving parts.

06 Corrosion-Resistant

Stainless & Aluminum Housings

Specialized stainless steel and aluminum enclosures engineered for corrosion resistance, cleanroom compliance, and lightweight structural performance.

Welding Quality and Distortion Control

Weld Quality Distortion Control

Welding introduces localized heat, shrinkage, and residual stress. Final assembly accuracy depends on the material, thickness, joint design, weld length, fixture, and overall geometry. TENGHUI controls weld quality through rigorous engineering steps.

Drawing & Joint Review

Material specifications, weld symbols, joint locations, assembly tolerances, and appearance requirements are carefully reviewed before production.

Accurate Fit-Up & Fixturing

Joint gaps, component alignment, welding access, and critical dimensions are thoroughly checked before welding begins.

Controlled Parameters

Welding power, current, speed, shielding gas, filler material, and weld sequence are selected according to the specific process and material.

First-Article Verification

The first welded assembly is inspected for weld appearance, dimensional stability, alignment, and assembly fit before repeat production.

Final Inspection & Testing

Accessible weld surfaces are visually checked for continuity, size, undercut, porosity, spatter, and burn-through. Critical dimensions, flatness, squareness, and hole positions are inspected according to drawings.

Welded Assembly Tolerances

Tolerance Factors Structural Variance

A single standard tolerance cannot be applied to every welded assembly because welding heat and shrinkage affect different structures in different ways. Identify critical dimensions and inspection datums on 2D drawings so achievable tolerances can be confirmed before production.

01

Material & Thickness

Base material properties and sheet or plate thickness directly influence heat distribution and structural shrinkage during the welding process.

Material Properties
02

Assembly Size & Geometry

Overall structural dimensions, profile complexity, and spatial geometry dictate how cumulative thermal distortion develops.

Structural Scale
03

Weld Type, Length & Location

The specific type of weld, total seam length, and spatial placement determine the concentration and symmetry of residual stresses.

Seam Dynamics
04

Continuous vs. Intermittent

Choosing between continuous sealing welds and intermittent stitch welding directly affects heat input and total structural shrinkage.

Heat Input
05

Fixture Design & Datums

Proper welding fixture design and clear inspection datum selection restrain movement and maintain relative component alignment.

Alignment Control
06

Flatness & Squareness

Strict geometrical tolerances for flatness, parallelism, and squareness require specialized clamping and controlled welding sequences.

Geometric Specs
07

Post-Weld Grinding & Finishing

Post-weld mechanical grinding, flush finishing, or cosmetic blending can alter local dimensions and should be factored into overall tolerances.

Surface Finishing

Drawing Requirements for Sheet Metal Welding

Drawing Specs Quotation & Production

For an accurate quotation and seamless manufacturing, please provide a 3D CAD model alongside a fully dimensioned 2D drawing covering all critical welding requirements and specifications.

01 Base Material

Material Grade & Thickness

Specify the precise base alloy grade and exact sheet or plate thickness required for the welded assembly.

02 Seam Geometry

Weld Type, Size, Length & Location

Clearly indicate the specific welding method, seam dimensions, total length, and exact spatial placement.

03 Weld Pattern

Continuous vs. Intermittent Welding

Define whether the joints require continuous full-seam sealing or structured intermittent stitch welding.

04 Standard Symbols

Applicable Weld Symbols or Standards

Include standard engineering weld symbols, notation conventions, or regional fabrication standards where applicable.

05 Datums & Limits

Critical Dimensions & Datums

Identify primary inspection datums and critical assembly dimensions to ensure structural alignment and fit-up.

06 Geometric Specs

Flatness & Squareness Requirements

State strict geometrical tolerances for overall component flatness, parallelism, and right-angle squareness.

07 Cosmetic Finish

Visible or Cosmetic Weld Surfaces

Highlight exterior visible surfaces that require specialized cosmetic finishes or low-distortion attention.

08 Post-Weld Prep

Weld Grinding or Blending Requirements

Specify post-weld mechanical requirements, such as flush grinding, smooth blending, or corner dressing.

09 Quality Control

Inspection or Testing Requirements

Detail any special quality checks, pressure testing, or non-destructive evaluation protocols needed for the project acceptance.

Sheet Metal Welding FAQs

Available processes include laser welding, TIG welding, MIG welding, and resistance spot welding.

Laser welding is suitable for narrow seams and reduced heat input. TIG provides precise control and clean appearance. MIG is efficient for longer welds and larger assemblies. Spot welding is suitable for overlapping thin sheets. The final process is selected after drawing review.

Carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum are commonly welded. Galvanized steel, copper, brass, and titanium projects require engineering review.

Accurate fit-up, suitable fixtures, controlled heat input, tack welding, and planned welding sequences help reduce warping and shrinkage.

Yes. Weld grinding and cosmetic blending are available when specified. Visible surfaces and the required final appearance should be identified on the drawing.

Provide a STEP or STP model together with a dimensioned PDF, DXF, or DWG drawing. Include the material, thickness, weld symbols, joint locations, tolerances, quantity, and appearance requirements.

Provide a STEP or STP model together with a dimensioned PDF, DXF, or DWG drawing. Include the material, thickness, weld symbols, joint locations, tolerances, quantity, and appearance requirements.

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