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Vehicle axle

FORGINGS

5.9.2 Drawing process

This is the forming of flat metal blanks into box and
cup-like shapes by pressing them with a shaped punch
into a die. The process is used for cartridge cases,
boxes, electrical fittings, etc.

First stage Second stage
Deep drawing

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h A

Deep-drawn components