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Precision Etching For Copper – Copper Etching


Copper is one of the very few elements that is found in a ready to use metallic form. It is a soft, lightweight metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity properties that is easy to etching into complex shapes and intricate designs.

Chemical etching of copper is a process that uses chemicals to selectively remove material from a copper surface in a controlled manner.

It’s often used in various applications, including printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing, decorative art, and microfabrication. You start with a clean and smooth copper substrate. This can be in the form of a copper sheet, a copper-clad PCB, or a copper plate.

BE-CU ETCH offers precision etching with multiple copper alloys.

Our Copper Etching Service


If you need copper parts etched we are one of the most capable and affordable sources specializing in manufacturing custom etched parts on advanced photo etching machines with cnc precision. Through our Photo Chemical Etching process, the smallest and most complex designs are made possible such as electrical spring contacts, contact membranes, busbars, antennae and micro antennae, spring fingered contacts, heating elements and battery terminal as well as many other bespoke components to your own designs.

We can machine to print and accept the most common file formats including: .dwg .dxf .iges .step .sat as well as .pdf files. If you don’t see your file format here let us know. Please send us files to: [email protected] We can accept both small and large run jobs of custom copper etching parts.

Our Etching Capabilities

  • Etching of many grades of Copper, including 110,Beryllium copper and more
  • Combining Stamping, Laser Cutting,CNC machining and photochemical etching on sheets up to 2mm thick
  • Etching of up to 0.025″ thick sheets as large as 22×12 inches
  • Tolerances of ±.0005″ in many applications

How To Etch Copper


Metal Grades For Copper Etching


Copper etching is a process in which designs or patterns are chemically etched onto a copper surface. The choice of metal grade for copper etching depends on various factors, including the desired results, the specific etching technique, and the type of copper being used. Here are some common metal grades used for copper etching:

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Pure Copper (C11000 or C10100)

Pure copper, such as C11000 (also known as electrolytic tough pitch or ETP copper) or C10100 (also known as oxygen-free high-conductivity copper), is often used for etching. It is a highly conductive and malleable metal, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. The choice between ETP and oxygen-free copper depends on your specific needs.
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Copper Alloys (e.g., C26000, C28000)

Copper alloys can be used for etching as well. For example, C26000 (Cartridge Brass) and C28000 (Muntz Metal) are commonly used alloys. These alloys offer different properties compared to pure copper, including increased strength and corrosion resistance.
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Phosphor Bronze

Phosphor bronze is an alloy of copper with a small percentage of tin and phosphorous. It is known for its excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical properties. It is often used in applications where etching requires good durability and resistance to wear.
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Copper-Nickel Alloys

Alloys like CuNi 90/10 (90% copper and 10% nickel) and CuNi 70/30 (70% copper and 30% nickel) are known for their resistance to corrosion and biofouling. They can be used in marine applications and situations where copper etching needs to resist corrosion.
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Copper Clad Laminates

In PCB (Printed Circuit Board) manufacturing, copper-clad laminates are used. These laminates consist of a layer of copper bonded to a substrate, often made of a different material like FR-4. The copper layer can be etched to create circuit traces.
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More Copper

The choice of the metal grade and alloy depends on the specific requirements of your etching project. Factors to consider include the desired etching depth, conductivity, mechanical properties, and resistance to corrosion. Be sure to consult with your supplier or manufacturer to select the most suitable metal grade for your specific application.

Components That Are Produced By Etching Copper


The popularity of copper makes it a desirable metal for use in fabrication because it is easy to manufacture and has favorable properties for many industrial products.With the photo etching process, the metal is etched evenly without any structural deformations from the hard tooling used in stamping and punching.Since there isn’t a heat point of contact like laser cutting, the parts’ metal properties remain unchanged and free from thermal deformations.Get inspired by our custom etching part projects and contact us to Get Instant Quote for rapid prototype or copper etching parts start from 1pcs.

Metal Etching Certification,Equipment List and Quality


We are committed to enlisting the full support of all employees to continuously improve our processes and enhance quality, thereby fulfilling our customer's needs with defect free products and services, on time and every time

  • ISO 9001:2015 certified
  • Compliance in DFARS materials sourcing requirements
  • Strict compliance with PPAP and Process FMEA
  • Fully compliant with the exacting requirements of our customers
  • ITAR registered
  • NIST cybersecurity standard compliant
  • Proprietary Patented quality systems
  • Skilled in KanBan and other customer driven quality and inventory management systems

Metal Etching Material


BE-CU is experienced in precision etching various metals, allowing customers the freedom to specify components in hundreds of different materials.

The Surface Treatment Of Metal Etching Parts


Do you want your etching parts to be more corrosion-resistant or get a specific look? Metal finishing service is a essential choice to achieve your design perfectly. BE-CU – metal-etch.com is an accomplished finished parts manufacturer, our workers and craftsman are capable to provide precision metal etching services and a wide range of finishing services including aluminum anodizing, painting, passivation, electroplating, powder coating, polishing, black oxide, conversion coating, abrasive blasting, etc. We offers several common surface finishes to help improve functionality and aesthetics.

  •  Anodizing (Anodized)
  • Passivation
  •  Plating (Electroplating)
  •  Painting
  • Black Oxide (Hot Blackening)
  •  Polishing
  • Powder Coating
  • Heat Treatment
  • Satin Finish
  • Abrasive blasting (Sandblasting)
  • Conversion coating
  • Tungsten carbide coating

After browsing a list of metal finishing services, select a process based on essential considerations, like production time, cost-effectiveness, part tolerance, durability and applications. High-tolerance metal etching parts are not recommended to apply secondary metal surface finish, because the treatment may change the sizes of the finished part through removing or adding a small amount of materials.

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Our executive team comprises industry experts who are dedicated to serving our customers with part design and technical assistance, precision metal parts, and quick turnaround times on prototypes to production runs. We continuously seek innovative solutions to meet the ever-changing industry demands of consumer trends and emerging technologies.Thank you for considering METAL-ETCH.com for your manufacturing needs. We look forward to working with you and exceeding your expectations. We appreciate the opportunity! A formal quote will be sent within 24-48 hrs. If would like to submit an NDA, please upload it to the quote button, or send it to [email protected].


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