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Cold Rolled Steel (CRS)

Clean, tight-tolerance low-carbon sheet steel (AISI 1008/1010, SPCC) — the economical backbone for fabricated enclosures and structural parts.

Get an instant quote Lead time: 3-5 business days including powder coating

Key properties

Key properties
Tensile strength ~330-440 MPa
Smoother surface than hot rolled
Tighter thickness tolerance than hot rolled
Excellent bendability and weldability
Requires coating to resist rust
Good machinability in plate form

Common applications

  • Enclosures and chassis
  • Brackets, panels and covers
  • Machine guards and frames
  • Sheet metal housings
  • Racks, trolleys and stands
  • Structural prototypes

Processes available

  • Sheet metal fabrication (laser cutting + bending)
  • CNC machining of plates
  • Welding and assembly

Surface finishes

  • Powder coated
  • Zinc plated (electro-galvanized)
  • Brushed
  • Painted
  • As-is with rust-preventive oil

Cost & pricing

One of the cheapest structural materials — ideal when strength is needed at low cost.

Tolerance: Laser cut ±0.1-0.2mm; bend features ±0.2-0.3mm.

Frequently asked questions

CRS or galvanized sheet?
CRS for clean surfaces that will be painted or powder coated; galvanized for bare, corrosion-resistant exposure.
What thicknesses are typical?
0.5-6mm sheet is standard; plate up to ~25mm can be laser cut for heavier structural parts.

Frequently asked questions

How long does production take?

Lead time depends on the process and quantity — 3D printing typically ships in 2–3 business days, CNC machining in 3–5, and injection molding in 10–15 after tooling. You'll see the exact lead time on every quote.

What is the standard tolerance?

CNC-machined parts are held to ±0.1 mm as standard, with ±0.05 mm achievable on critical features. 3D-printed parts are typically ±0.2–0.3 mm. Add your critical dimensions in the notes field.

What is the minimum order quantity?

There is no minimum order — we produce single prototype parts as easily as large production runs. Quantity discounts start from around 10–25 pieces.

What surface finishes are available?

A wide range of finishes is available locally, including as-machined/printed, bead blasting, anodizing (clear, black, gold), powder coating, painting and polishing.

How do I get a quote?

Upload your CAD file (STL, STEP, IGES or 3MF) to the instant-quote tool — the VoluFab pricing engine returns a real quote in seconds, with DFM feedback included.

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