The process
What is chemical etching?
Chemical etching, also known as photo etching or metal etching, is a highly precise, tightly controlled corrosion process used to produce complex metal components with very fine detail.
Unlike traditional sheet metalworking, no mechanical force or heat is used during the chemical etching process. This means material properties are unaltered and etched components are free from stresses and burrs.
How does it work?
The etching process can be demonstrated in nine steps. Precision Micro has advanced these principles, investing in new technologies and developing proprietary methods which have set the standard for accuracy and repeatability.
Capabilities and guidelines.
The versatility of etching and its unique advantages as a precision sheet metal machining technology makes it an engine for design innovation. Our technical guidelines have been created to guide you through designing for the etching process, outlining achievable features and tolerances.
Suitable materials
Chemical etching can be applied to a vast spectrum of metals in a variety of thicknesses, grades, tempers and sheet sizes. Precision Micro stocks over 2,000 material types and in addition can supply specialist materials on request as well as work with customer materials on a case-by-case basis.
Why partner with us?
Precision Micro has been at the cutting edge of chemial etching for over half a century. Find out why we are trusted to deliver by major international companies in over 30 countries worldwide.
