Metal fabricated products are created from a broad range of metals and their alloys. While most fabrication processes start with sheet metal versions of these metals, certain types of metals may start in the form of pipes, tubes or bar stock.

Below are a few of the common types of metal used in metal fabrication:

Aluminum

Steel

Copper

Tin

Gold

Magnesium

Iron

Silver

Nickel

Most metals are available in stock metal forms, which typically include sheet or plate metal, bars, rods, fittings or wires. Metals like steel and aluminum may also be available in pipe or tube form, depending on the needs of the project. Precious metals, such as gold and silver, tend to be available in smaller wire, sheet or bar forms due to their value.

Most metals can also undergo a majority of fabrication processes, though limitations exist depending on the softness, pliability and thickness of the metal. For example, the rigidity of steel will affect the types of processes and amount of power needed for steel fabrication, meaning the processes will look different than it would for fabricating a more pliable metal like aluminum. To learn more about the different process requirements for a certain metal, reach out to a specialist in metal fabrication services.