##  [Cold Rolling](/cold-rolling) 

  ##  [Cold Rolling](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/cold-rolling-0) 

  

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Definition

A metal‑forming process that reduces the thickness of sheet or strip by passing it between rollers at or near ambient temperature, producing plastic strain, increasing dislocation density (strain hardening), improving surface finish, and often producing tighter dimensional tolerances.