Technical Documentation
Comprehensive engineering standards, material data, integration protocols, and specification guides for MetalCore Manufacturing partners.
Overview
Welcome to MetalCore's official technical documentation. This resource provides engineers, procurement specialists, and integration teams with standardized specifications, file format requirements, quality protocols, and API/EDI connectivity details.
Standards & Certifications
MetalCore operates under globally recognized quality and safety management systems. All production facilities are audited annually.
| Standard | Scope | Audit Frequency | Applicable Lines |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 | Quality Management | Annual | All Facilities |
| AS9100D | Aerospace Quality | Bi-Annual | CNC, Assembly, HT |
| IATF 16949 | Automotive QMS | Annual | Stamping, Injection, MIM |
| ISO 13485 | Medical Devices | Annual | Clean Room 100/10K |
Material Specifications
Standard stock materials available for immediate processing. Custom alloys require 10-14 day lead time for raw material procurement.
| Material | Grade/Tempers | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Max Temp (°C) | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | 6061-T6, 7075-T6 | 310 - 572 | 150 | Structural, Enclosures, Brackets |
| Stainless Steel | 304, 316L, 17-4PH | 515 - 1300 | 800 | Medical, Chemical, Marine |
| Titanium | Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) | 900 - 1100 | 350 | Aerospace, Implants, High-Load |
| Superalloy | Inconel 718, X750 | 1200 - 1400 | 700 | Turbine, Exhaust, High-Heat |
CAD & CAE Guidelines
Optimize your designs for manufacturability. Adhering to these guidelines reduces quoting time by up to 60%.
- Preferred: STEP 214 (.step, .stp) with full parametric history
- Acceptable: IGES (.igs), SolidWorks (.sldprt), CATIA V5/V6
- 2D Drawings: PDF (vector) + DWG/DXF
- Prohibited: Proprietary kernel formats, unassociated sketches, merged geometry
Follow the pattern: [PART]-[REV]-[MATERIAL]-[PROCESS]
Example: ACTUATOR-BRAKET-A02-6061T6-CNC
Run the following DFM checks before submission:
- Minimum wall thickness: 1.5mm (Al), 2.0mm (Steel)
- Internal corner radii: ≥ 0.5× tool diameter
- Thread clearances: Standard ISO metric clearance (6H/6g)
- Avoid undercuts unless specified for multi-setup
Tolerances & Finishes
Standard machining tolerances per ISO 2768-mK unless otherwise specified on drawing.
| Operation | Standard Tol | Premium Tol | Surface Finish (Ra) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNC Milling | ±0.127mm | ±0.025mm | 1.6 - 3.2 µm |
| CNC Turning | ±0.051mm | ±0.013mm | 0.8 - 1.6 µm |
| Sheet Metal | ±0.15mm | ±0.075mm | 1.25 - 2.5 µm |
| Injection Mold | ±0.025mm | ±0.005mm | 0.4 - 1.0 µm (SPI A-1) |
Quality & Inspection
Every batch undergoes first-article inspection (FAI) per AS9102. In-process SPC monitoring is standard for runs >500 units.
- 3D CMM scanning (±0.005mm accuracy)
- Optical comparators & laser profilers
- Material verification via XRF/OES
- Non-destructive testing (Dye Pen, UT, RT)
- Full dimensional reports with C of C available upon request
EDI & API Integration
Seamless order tracking, inventory sync, and automated PO submission via REST API or EDI AS2/VAN.
REST API Endpoints
# Base URL
https://api.metalcore-mfg.com/v2
# Submit RFQ
POST /rfq/create
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer {TOKEN}
{
"part_number": "MC-BKT-0042",
"quantity": 5000,
"material": "6061-T6",
"cad_url": "s3://client-bucket/part.step",
"priority": "standard"
}
EDI AS2 Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| MUAs | EDI-MetalCore |
| AS2 ID | MC_MFG_AS2 |
| Supported Docs | 850, 855, 856, 810 |
| Encryption | SHA-256 / RSA-2048 |
Authentication & Access
All API requests require OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials flow. EDI connections are IP-whitelisted and require mutual TLS.
# Request Access Token
POST https://auth.metalcore-mfg.com/oauth/token
{
"client_id": "your_client_id",
"client_secret": "your_client_secret",
"grant_type": "client_credentials",
"scope": "rfq:write inventory:read"
}
Download Center
Access standard templates, inspection reports, and engineering data sheets.
📐 Standard CAD Template
STEP 214 template with pre-configured tolerances, datum references, and title block.
📋 AS9102 FAI Form
Editable PDF/Excel first-article inspection report template.
📊 Material Certs (MTR)
Archive of certified mill test reports for standard stock alloys.
🔗 API Postman Collection
Pre-configured requests, environment variables, and mock responses.