Precision Components for the Hard Disk Drive Industry

Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Component Manufacturing

QDP has deep roots in manufacturing precision components for the hard disk drive (HDD) industry. We were founded in 1995 to manufacture stainless steel vibration control dampers and related products for HDD manufacturers. Since then, we have continued to develop new configurations of stainless steel and plastic film dampers for demanding, high-volume applications.

HDD components can be extremely small and must meet close tolerances while remaining exceptionally clean. Adhesive-laminated parts also require precise processing to prevent adhesive contamination along component edges and minimize stringers. Our decades of experience in this specialized work allow us to consistently manufacture high-quality components for automated assembly.

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Integrated HDD Converting and Stamping Capabilities

We can produce extremely small adhesive-laminated stainless steel and plastic film parts, position them on continuous carrier strips, and wind them onto reels. Pilot holes can also be incorporated into the carrier material to support accurate placement in automated assembly systems.

Converting Capabilities for Hard Disc Drive Applications

We provide the complementary capabilities needed to manufacture HDD vibration dampers and other precision components, including:

Continuous Strip Stamping

Precision manufacturing for thin HDD device components requiring close tolerances and consistent production.

Plastic Laminated Film Stamping

Stamping and converting of plastic films, adhesive laminates, and other flexible materials.

Film Laminating

Material preparation and converting capabilities to support component manufacturing requirements.

Cleanroom Manufacturing

Controlled manufacturing and packaging for components requiring protection from contamination.

Engineering and In-House Tooling Support

Engineering and tooling assistance from initial component review through full-scale manufacturing.

More Than 30 Years of HDD Manufacturing Experience

Our HDD experience spans more than 30 years, beginning with our earliest customers. This background gives us a practical understanding of the quality, cleanliness, tolerance, volume, and packaging requirements associated with HDD component production.

We also accommodate blanket orders, helping customers plan recurring production requirements and maintain a dependable supply of precision components.