Terminals

Top Metal Stamping provides precision stamped electrical terminals and components crafted from copper alloys, ensuring optimal performance for your devices. Our high-quality connectors facilitate the transfer of electricity in diverse electro-mechanical applications. Trusted by industries for our precise manufacturing and tight tolerances, we optimize device functionality with reliable terminals.

Electrical Terminals

Electrical terminals are essential for linking circuits within an electrical system, transferring electricity from a power source to devices. Typically grouped on a terminal block, these terminals come in various designs but share a modular, insulated housing for wire termination. Terminals are attached to stripped wire ends through crimping or soldering. Crimping, the most common method, compresses the terminal onto the wire using a crimping tool, creating a seamless connection. Unlike splice connectors, which involve multiple conductors, terminals have a single conductor and mechanical connection.

Electrical Terminals Applications

When choosing an electrical terminal for a wiring application, it is important to be mindful of both the connection requirements and environmental conditions of your application. Understanding the various types of terminals available and their ideal uses is critical for making the proper selection. The most common terminal designs include:

  • MOSFET
  • 4K ADCAM (ADAS)
  • Airbag Application (Safety & Security)
  • Antenna and Camera (ADAS)
  • Anti-Lock Braking Controllers (Safety & Security)
  • Auxiliary Modules (Body & Chassis)
  • Battery Management System (Battery HV/LV)
  • Body/Door Control Module (Body & Chassis)
  • Climate Control Module (HVAC)
  • Control Unit (HVAC)
  • Door Cable Assembly (Body & Chassis)
  • Electronic Power Steering (Safety & Security)
  • Fuel Injector
  • Fuse
  • High-Speed Data (ADAS)
  • HV Heater (HVAC)
  • Infotainment Display (Infotainment & Interior)
  • Internal Control Unit (Body & Chassis)
  • Lane Assist (ADAS)
  • Lighting Application (Body & Chassis)
  • Mirror Applications (ADAS)
  • Night Vision (ADAS)
  • Plug & Socket
  • Power Lift Gate (Infotainment & Interior)
  • Power Seat Motor (Infotainment & Interior)
  • Radio Application (Infotainment & Interior)
  • RF Hub & Gateway Module (Body & Chassis)
  • Sensor
  • Airbag Sensor (Safety & Security)
  • EV Battery Current Sensor
  • Humidity Sensor (HVAC)
  • Temperature Sensor (HVAC)
  • Vehicle Stability Sensor (Safety & Security)
  • Steering Cable Assembly (Body & Chassis)
  • Surround View (ASAS)
  • Switch
  • Instrument Cluster Hazard Switch (Safety & Security)
  • Valve & Actuator
  • Wire harness

Common Industries for Metal Terminals

Metal Terminals are found throughout many applications. Here are some common industries where Terminals are used:
- Automotive
- Industrial
- Construction
- Aerospace
- Appliance
- Medical
- Electronics

METAL STAMPING DESIGN FEATURES

Stamping design features include:
Bi-Metal
Coated
Compliant Pin (eye of the needle)
Countersunk Holes
Embossed
Enameled
Eyelets
Formed
Heat-Treated
IDC Slots
Injection Molded
Insert Molded
Multiple Stamping
Powder Coated
Precious Metal Plated
Threaded
Tuning Forks
Welded

POST-STAMPING OPERATIONS

In addition to our manufacturing capabilities, we provide a range of post-production processes to ensure the completion of finished parts before packaging and delivery. These operations include
Anodizing
sandblasting
painting
powder coating
plating
silk printing
brushing
polishing,
laser engraving

MATERIALS

High carbon steel
Low carbon steel
Stainless steel
Cold rolled steel
Brass
Beryllium copper
Phosphor bronze
Aluminum
Nickel

PLATING MATERIAL FINISHES

We provide various pre- and post-plating options for metal stamping assemblies to allow for corrosion protection, electrical conduction, decorative use, wear resistance, coloring, bonding, and lubricity. You can choose between overall plating, select plating, or spot plating application. Plating material finishes include:
Copper
Nickel
Tin-Lead
Tin
Palladium
Palladium-Nickel
Silver
Gold
Zinc

STAMPING ASSEMBLY HARDWARE AND PART INSTALLATIONS

For assembled applications, parts may require joining of metal hardware, plastic parts or metal inserts. Examples of assembly hardware and part installations are:

Plastic Pieces
Metal Inserts
Fasteners
Screw Machine Parts
Bushings
Nuts
Studs
The Process For Packing
Carton
Wooden case
Wooden pallet
Plastic pallet
Wire basket
Woven bag

Dedication to Quality

Our unwavering commitment to quality underscores our dedication to meeting and exceeding our customers' expectations. We strive to enhance customer satisfaction by continually enhancing our products, processes, services, and quality management system. Demonstrating our steadfast dedication to quality, we employ a range of testing and inspection methodologies, including:

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to prevent potential failure points.
Adherence to the rigorous Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for stringent compliance standards.
Implement Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) to ensure production stability and consistency.
Moreover, our certification under ISO9001 and IATF 16949:2016 underscores our commitment to delivering precise, high-quality products, further instilling confidence in our customers