The industry leader in spin forming of near-net and net solutions for Aerospace, Defense and more
Standex ETG’s Spincraft businesses possess unparalleled experience with metal spinning for industrial applications. We form complex net and near net product geometries from the most readily formable materials for both Axis Symmetrical and Axis Oval-shaped forming.
ETG spins the broadest range of materials and thicknesses up to the largest dimensions of our industry, over 5 meters in diameter.
Metal spinning, or spin forming, involves rotating a disk or tube of metal on a lathe at high speed. As the metal blank spins, the material is formed with tools against a mandrel to achieve the desired shape. This forming technology enables shaping input material to near net, minimizing input material and processing costs.
Spinning provides a streamlined manufacturing process to deliver a quality product with shorter lead times compared to conventional forgings.
Standex ETG possesses some of the largest spin lathes commercially available in the world.
We routinely form materials up to these thicknesses and are always pushing the boundaries!
| Material | Maximum Thickness |
|---|---|
| Nobium & Niobium Alloy C103 | 0.062″ (1.6 mm) |
| Haynes 230/188/556 | 1″ (25.4 mm) |
| 617/625 Inconel | 1.5″ (38.1 mm) |
| Stainless 300/400 series | 1.5″ (38.1 mm) |
| 718 Inconel | 1.5″ (38.1 mm) |
| Carbon Steel | 2.0″ (50.8 mm) |
| Titanium CP/6Al-4V | 2.5″ (63.5 mm) |
| Copper Alloys | 3.0″ (76.2 mm) |
| Aluminum Lithium | 4.5″ (114.3 mm) |
| Aluminum | 6.0″ (152.4 mm) |