- 1. Overview Of “Ribs (Bridge)”
- In general, during the etching process, multiple ribs are incorporated
to connect the product to the base material during manufacturing. - 2. Why Ribs Are Necessary in Etching Process
In our etching process, ribs are essential to ensure that the product remains
securely connected to the base material during chemical corrosion.
Without these ribs, the product could become dislodged and fall inside
the etching equipment.
3. Common Effect of Ribs (Bridge Marks)
While etching is recognized for its ability to minimize burr formation,
the use of ribs during processing may result in visible bridge marks along
the outer contour of the product after separation.
*To avoid any protrusion or snagging along the outer edge, recessed ribs
are commonly applied during etching (please refer to the photo.) If you
wish to examine the actual rib dimension, samples can be provided
upon request.
4. Proposal for Rib-Free (Bridge-less) Etching
In case where rib application is not feasible due to design constraints,
we are able to propose a bridge-less etching solution for products with - a thickness of 0.1t or less. Should you be interested, we would be happy to
provide further information or samples upon request.
