The press tool consists of punch punches die punch plate backup plate stripper ejectors many more components.
Diy sheet metal stamping press.
Die life is dependent upon shape and size.
Short run hydraulic press work is often done using kirksite a trade name for a zinc alloy aka pot metal dies.
Although most stamping operations use sheet steel special dies can cut and form steel bars up to 3 in.
Find a long metal cylinder that will fit between the two stainless steel rods.
Before designing the sheet metal stamping process press tool it is necessary to understand the configuration and components of the press tool.
After the desired thickness is obtained the sheet metal then is rolled into a large coil.
Typical sheet metal thicknesses used in stamping are 0 001 in.
It s like a little metal sandwich.
Place the sheet metal in the correct position on the positive die and slide the negative on top.