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Our chemical etching capabilities are summed up in one phrase:
"If you can draw it, we can make it".
From prototype to production, we respond to every enquiry within 2 hours so your project keeps moving.
- 2 Hour Response Promise – You’ll hear from a real engineer or estimator.
- 24 Hour Quote – We can price your project within one working day.
- Frictionless Process – We handle all approvals and red tape so you don’t have to.
- 55 Years of Experience – Our speed is backed by approvals, quality systems and years of experience.
- Proven Quality – Backed by bronze SC21 accreditation, plus ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certification.
Discover how we can help you produce precise and intricate components.
The Benefits of Chemical Etching
There are many benefits to using chemical etching over metal stamping, laser cutting and sheet metal forming:
- Burr-Free & Stress-Free Components – Produces clean, flat parts with no thermal or mechanical stresses, requiring minimal post-processing.
- Versatile Material Compatibility – Works with a wide range of metals, including stainless steel, copper, brass and aluminium, up to 1.5mm thick.
- Unmatched Precision & Complexity – Achieve intricate details and tight tolerances, removing as little as 10 microns, which traditional machining often cannot match.
- Low-Cost Tooling & Easy Design Changes – Digital tooling enables quick, low-cost iterations and specification changes without the need for expensive hard tooling.
- Cost-Effective Prototyping to Production – Drastically reduces prototyping costs and time.
Why Choose Photofab for Chemical Etching?
- Fast lead times and free 24-hour quote.
- Outstanding customer service.
- Dedicated Account Manager from quote to delivery.
- Bronze SC21 accreditation.
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certification.
- 98% on-time delivery rate.
- Full traceability.
- 50+ years of specialised experience in precision chemical etching.
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How Chemical Etching Works
Chemical etching is known for its flexibility and precision, making it an ideal choice across a range of industries. From electronics and aerospace to medical devices and automotive parts, this process is used to manufacture components with intricate designs within tight tolerances.