This paper outlines experimental analysis of rubber pad forming, combined with part of the PhD research into sheet metal stamping with elastic media. For small-scale production, rubber pad stamping is the best choice for thin sheet metal parts, compared with traditional stamping methods. The drawback of stamping with elastic media is the relatively large amount of technological wastage, resulting from the need to withstand the forces involved and hold the technological bridges. By finding out the surface dependence of friction between the sheet material, base plate and elastic area, it is possible to precisely calculate the minimum size of the technological bridge. Further research is therefore required in order to enhance the efficiency of rubber pad stamping technology.