Fotofab

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Chicago, IL

Fotofab is a leading provider of precision metal etching services and products based in Chicago, Illinois. The company has over 50 years of experience in the industry and is widely recognized for its ability to deliver high-quality, custom metal components quickly and cost-effectively.

Fotofab specializes in photochemical machining, also known as chemical milling or metal etching, which is a highly precise and efficient manufacturing process that produces intricate metal parts with exceptional accuracy and repeatability. The process involves the use of chemicals and light-sensitive films to selectively remove metal from a metal sheet or plate, leaving behind a highly detailed and accurate part.

The company offers a wide range of metal etching capabilities, including stainless steel etching, copper etching, brass etching, nickel silver etching, and many other materials. Fotofab's metal etching services can accommodate a variety of part sizes, thicknesses, and complexities, making it an ideal solution for prototyping, small-batch production, and high-volume manufacturing.

Fotofab's expertise in metal etching extends to a wide range of applications, including electronics, medical devices, aerospace, defense, automotive, and many others. The company's metal components are used in various products such as heat sinks, RF shields, encoder discs, shims, filters, and more.

What sets Fotofab apart from other metal etching companies is its commitment to customer service and satisfaction. The company's highly skilled engineers work closely with clients to understand their specific needs and provide tailored solutions that meet or exceed their expectations. Fotofab's state-of-the-art production facility is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to ensure that all orders are produced with the highest levels of quality and accuracy.

In summary, Fotofab is a reliable and experienced provider of precision metal etching services and products, with a reputation for delivering high-quality components quickly and cost-effectively. Whether you need a prototype or high-volume production, Fotofab has the expertise and capabilities to meet your needs.

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Acid Etching

Acid Etching

Acid etching, also known as chemical etching or photo etching, is the process of cutting a hard surface like metal by means of a specially formulated acid for the process of etching in order to allow for the creation of a design onto the metal...

Chemical Milling

Chemical Milling

Chemical milling is a subtractive machining process that removes material from a workpiece to achieve a desired shape. Unlike aggressive milling methods that depend on sharp tools to produce a design, chemical milling erodes sections...

Metal Etching

Metal Etching

Metal etching is a metal removal process that uses various methods to configure complex, intricate, and highly accurate components and shapes. Its flexibility allows for instantaneous changes during processing...

Photochemical Etching

Photochemical Etching

Photochemical etching, also known as photochemical machining or metal etching, is a non-traditional, subtractive machining process in which photographic and chemical techniques are used to shape the metal workpiece...

Water Jet Cutting

Water Jet Cutting

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Laser Cutting

Laser Cutting

Laser cutting is a non-traditional machining method that uses an intensely focused, coherent stream of light called lasers to cut through the material. This is a type of subtractive machining process where the material is continuously removed during the cutting process...

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