I. Understanding Material Properties

A. "n" Value

B. "r" Value

C. Yield Strength

D. Effects of Grain

E. Formability

II. Measuring Forming Severity

A. Circle Grid Analysis

III. Understanding Draw Ratios

A. Reductions

B. Compression

C. Blank Diameter Calculations

IV. Controlling Metal Flow

A. Draw Beads

B. Step Beads

C. Binder Pressure

D. Standoffs

E. Draw Bars

F. Radii

G. Drawing Speed

H. Lubrication

I. Trapped Air

V. Tool Steel Coating

A. Coating Selections

B. Selecting the Proper Substrate Material

C. Advantages/Disadvantages

VI. Draw Die Development

A. Product Design Concessions

B. Effects of Part Geometry on Formability

C. Binder Development

D. Addendum Determination

E. Developmental Aids

F. Part Unfolding

G. Part Tip Angle Determination

To request more information, contact FMA's Education Department at 888-394-4362 or Jim Warren at 815-227-8213 or complete the form below.

Thank you for your interest in our educational programs!