If someone makes things with metal and they use a special thing called punch and die. This was a very handy tool that allowed them to slice the metal into a proper shape and size for their functional or decorative creation. Here at TUOYU, we take pride to manufacture high quality punches and dies for various companies who need them. Let’s look more closely at how we create these tools.
How We Make Punches and Dies?
Punch and Die design: You are two months away from 10/23. They need to be a certain size and a certain shape, and so designing means we have to work these out. We try to find the best design using specific computer programs. These programs allow us to envision what the punch and die will look like even before we begin production. Now that we have our design, we can start the fun part: Making the punch.
Making the Punch
We begin with a thick piece of steel to make the punch. Now, of course, this steel has to be extremely hard and resilient, able to withstand many times the pressure it faces in actual use. Once we select the correct steel, we heat it up to some pretty hot temperatures. Heating the steel makes it easier to shape, just like cookie dough is easier to mold when warm.
Then, we use a press, which is a special machine that shapes the hot steel. The press consists of upper die and lower die. The upper die is the in motion while the lower die is stationery. We start by putting the hot steel in the bottom die, and then we get the top die and press down on the steel. This process forms the steel into the correct shape to fit the Second Punch we need.
Making the Die
Since the punch is made now, it is time to make the die. The same procedure we do for the die. And like the punch, we really need to ensure that the punch fits perfectly into the die. It became very crucial, as the punch must match the die shape so that it will clip the metal in the right manner. If they don’t mesh adequately, the cutting won’t function properly.
Testing the Punch and Die
Once we have created both the punch and the die, we need to test them to check if they are functioning correctly. To accomplish this we utilize a large piece of equipment known as a stamping Press Die Components. At the stamping press, just like the one we used to shape the steel, only this one is much larger and more powerful.
First, we insert a sheet of metal that we need cut into the stamping press. Next, we load the punch and die into the stamping press. As we push down on the upper die, the punch punches through the metal, shaping it the way it needs to be. Once the cut has been made, the metal falls through the die and out the opposite side. That’s how we make punches and dies and it’s a really interesting process.
PUNCHES AND DIES: THE SCIENCE OF MAKING THEM
When punching in and dies, there are many science ideas that are also important. One of the main ideas is metallurgy. Metallurgy: The scientific study of metals and their reactions under various conditions. It gives us the insight into what metals make up the best punches and dies for us.
So when selecting the steel for the punch and die, it must be the correct type. It has to be tougher than nails but still able to bend. This is important because this allows the punch and die to punch out the metal without snapping. If the materials are too rigid, they can break or break apart when using them.
Precision is another key consideration. We have to to ensure that there is high precision attached to the punch and die. That means that they must be the precise size and the precise shape to cut the metal into the shape we;d like. If they’re not accurate, metal won't be cut correctly — and that can cause issues in the manufacturing process.
Why a Quality Punch and Die is Important
Good punches and dies will serve you well and make your job easier. That is because tools of a higher quality will cut metal in the way you really want to, so that you make less mistakes while making things. Having fewer errors makes the entire process more streamlined and efficient.
Punches and dies that are high quality are more durable and thus last longer. This is great news, because you won’t have to replace them as frequently, and will save you a lot of money over time. It’s kind of like a favorite toy that you take care of; it lasts a long time and you get to play with it more.
We are proud at TUOYU, that we make high quality punches and dies for various companies. Our Guide Pin And Guide Bush are made of the best materials and the most advanced technology. We hope that by having this explained, you found it helpful, and that you learned something new about this interesting process.
