About
Form Cut Industries has been manufacturing precision metal components since 1961 from their facility in Newark, New Jersey. The company specializes exclusively in the production of straight pins, wire forms, terminal pins, hermetic connectors, and other small metal parts for industrial and specialty applications. Their expertise covers an extraordinary range of part sizes — from as small as 0.003″ in diameter (smaller than a human hair) up to 2″ wide components — making them one of the most capable micro-precision manufacturers in the world. Form Cut works with a variety of materials including stainless steel (304 and 446 grades), Kovar® hermetic sealing alloy, and composite materials with copper cores. Their manufacturing capabilities include combining multiple processes such as threading and milling on a single part. Industries served include electronics, medical devices, aerospace, and specialty industrial applications. Customers benefit from fast quoting (within 24 hours), on-time delivery, and competitive pricing. Form Cut holds industry certifications and serves clients ranging from small businesses to large enterprises requiring highly specialized precision components.
Key Features
- Ultra-Precision Micro Parts: Capable of manufacturing parts as small as 0.003″ in diameter — reportedly the only company in the world making machined parts at that scale.
- Wide Material Compatibility: Works with stainless steel (304 & 446), Kovar® hermetic sealing alloy, copper-core composites, and more to meet diverse application requirements.
- Multi-Process Capabilities: Combines multiple manufacturing processes (e.g., threading + milling) on a single part for complex, high-tolerance components.
- Fast Quoting & On-Time Delivery: Provides quotes within 24 hours and has a strong track record of on-time delivery for industrial customers.
- Specialty Hermetic Connectors & Pins: Expert production of hermetic connectors and terminal pins for electronics, medical, and aerospace applications using specialty sealing alloys.
Use Cases
- Sourcing terminal pins and inserts for injection molded plastic components in electronics manufacturing.
- Procuring hermetic connectors made from Kovar® alloy for sealed aerospace or medical device assemblies.
- Ordering ultra-small machined wire form parts for specialty industrial or scientific instruments.
- Getting custom threaded and milled metal parts combining multiple fabrication processes in a single component.
- Finding a domestic U.S. supplier for precision small metal parts with fast quoting and reliable on-time delivery.
Pros
- Unmatched Micro-Precision: Ability to manufacture parts at near-microscopic scales not achievable by most other manufacturers.
- Decades of Expertise: Over 50 years of specialized manufacturing experience ensures consistent quality and deep domain knowledge.
- Quick Turnaround on Quotes: 24-hour quoting makes it easy to evaluate Form Cut quickly for new projects without long lead times.
Cons
- No Online Ordering: All orders require submitting an RFQ form or calling directly — there is no self-serve e-commerce checkout.
- Narrow Product Focus: Exclusively specializes in pins, wire forms, and connectors; not suitable for broader metal fabrication or other part types.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of parts does Form Cut manufacture?
Form Cut specializes in precision straight pins, terminal pins, wire forms, hermetic connectors, and specialty small metal parts for industrial applications.
How small can Form Cut make parts?
Form Cut can manufacture parts as small as 0.003″ in diameter — twice the thickness of a human hair — making them one of the most precise micro-part manufacturers in the world.
How do I get a quote?
You can submit an RFQ (Request for Quote) through their website form, call 973-483-5154, or email [email protected]. Quotes are typically provided within 24 hours.
Where are Form Cut parts manufactured?
All parts are made in-house at Form Cut's facility located at 197 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Newark, NJ 07104, USA.
What materials does Form Cut work with?
Form Cut works with a range of materials including 304 and 446 stainless steel, Kovar® hermetic sealing alloy, copper-core composite materials, and other specialty metals depending on application requirements.
