Metal Strips

Metal Strips Manufacturer, Stockist & Exporter in India – Exotic Metals LLP

Introduction: Precision in Every Millimeter

At Exotic Metals LLP our Metal Stripss are the essential choice for industries that require high-speed precision and minimal material waste. A metal strip is defined as a flat-rolled product that has been slit from a wider coil to a specific, narrow width. While sheets and coils are used for large-scale fabrication, strips are the primary raw material for small, intricate components produced via stamping, deep drawing, and continuous roll-forming.

Metal Strips Manufacturer & Supplier in India

Our strips are manufactured with a focus on three critical parameters: thickness uniformity, width precision, and edge quality. As a leading manufacturer and exporter in India, Exotic Metals LLP utilizes high-precision slitting lines that can achieve widths as narrow as 10mm with tolerances measured in microns. Whether you are manufacturing electrical connectors, precision springs, or automotive gaskets, our strips provide the consistent mechanical properties required for high-speed automated assembly lines.

Technical Specification Table

Feature Details
Width Range 5mm to 600mm
Thickness Range 0.02mm to 6.0mm
Standard Specifications ASTM A240, A666, EN 10088-2, AMS 5513
Inner Diameter (ID) 150mm, 300mm, 400mm, 508mm
Tolerances Width: ± 0.05mm
Surface Finish 2B, BA (Bright Annealed), No. 4, Polished, or Matt
Temper Soft Annealed, 1/4 Hard, 1/2 Hard, Full Hard, Spring Hard
Edge Condition Slit Edge, Deburred Edge, Rounded (Full Radius) Edge

Primary Types of Metal Strips

Exotic Metals LLP offers a specialized range of strips tailored to the specific mechanical demands of precision engineering:

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Grade Range: Specialized Alloys for Narrow Applications

We stock and manufacture strips in a massive variety of alloys to meet every industrial challenge:

  1. Stainless Steel: 201, 202, 301 (High Strength), 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 317L, 321, 410, 430.
  2. Nickel Alloys: Inconel 600, 625, Monel 400, K500, Hastelloy C276, C22.
  3. Duplex Stainless Steel: UNS S31803, S32205 (For high-strength marine clips).
  4. Titanium: Grade 1, Grade 2 (For medical and aerospace components).
  5. Copper & Brass Alloys: For electrical conductivity and decorative use.

Chemical Composition (%)

Our strips are verified via Spectrochemical analysis to ensure metallurgical consistency across the entire coil length.

Grade Carbon (C) Chromium (Cr) Nickel (Ni) Molybdenum (Mo) Others
SS 301 0.15 Max 16.0 – 18.0 6.0 – 8.0 High Strength
SS 316L 0.03 Max 16.0 – 18.0 10.0 – 14.0 2.0 – 3.0 N: 0.10
Alloy 400 0.30 Max 63.0 Min Cu: 28.0 – 34.0
Titanium Gr 2 0.08 Max Fe: 0.30 Max

Mechanical Properties

The performance of a strip is defined by its hardness and tensile strength.

Temper Tensile (MPa) Yield (MPa) Elongation (%) Hardness (HV)
Soft Annealed 515–600 205 Min 40% Min 150–180
1/2 Hard 750–900 450 Min 15% Min 250–310
Full Hard 1000–1200 750 Min 3% Min 370–420
Spring Hard 1300 Min 1000 Min 1% Min 450+

Standard Weight Chart (Theoretical)

Formula: $\text{Width (mm)} \times \text{Thickness (mm)} \times 0.008 = \text{Weight per meter (kg)}$.

Width (mm) Thickness (mm) Weight (kg/m) Total Length (per 100kg Coil)
10 mm 0.10 mm 0.008 kg 12,500 Meters
25 mm 0.50 mm 0.100 kg 1,000 Meters
50 mm 1.00 mm 0.400 kg 250 Meters
100 mm 2.00 mm 1.600 kg 62.5 Meters
200 mm 3.00 mm 4.800 kg 20.8 Meters

Delivery & Packaging Information

At Exotic Metals LLP, we understand that thin strips are susceptible to edge damage and moisture. Our packaging is designed for maximum protection:

  1. Internal Spooling: Narrow strips are wound on plastic or steel cores to prevent the coil from collapsing.
  2. Surface Guard: For BA and Polished finishes, we provide interleaved paper or PE film to prevent metal-to-metal scratching during unwinding.
  3. Rust Prevention: Strips are wrapped in VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) paper and sealed in moisture-proof HDPE plastic.
  4. Secure Logistics: Coils are packed in "Eye-to-Sky" (flat) position on wooden pallets, secured with nylon or steel straps to prevent shifting.
  5. Traceability: Every strip coil is labeled with a Heat Number, Width, Thickness, and Grade. We provide Mill Test Certificates (MTC) as per EN 10204 3.1.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the minimum width Exotic Metals LLP can slit?

We can provide precision slit strips as narrow as 5mm, depending on the thickness of the material.

Why is "Edge Condition" important for strips?

A standard slit edge can be sharp. For applications where the strip is handled manually or used in visible areas, we offer "Deburred" or "Rounded" edges to ensure safety and a premium look.

Can I get strips in continuous lengths?

Yes. We can "Oscillate" or "Traverse" wind the strip. Instead of a standard pancake coil, the strip is wound back and forth like a spool of thread, allowing for much longer continuous lengths for high-speed stamping.

Do you offer "Spring Hard" stainless steel?

Absolutely. We specialize in Grade 301 Spring Hard strips, which provide the highest fatigue resistance and tensile strength for industrial spring applications.