sheet metal progressive die

Product Advantage

Designed specifically for non-ferrous metals such as brass, this progressive die is capable of mass-producing high-quality precision electrical contacts. The tool's modularity really comes in handy when it comes to its changes and during its general maintenance. The utilization of durable materials and the use of low-friction coatings in the die are beneficial as they ensure the die keeps proper tool from wear over quite a long period of time. An electrical appliance maker who is in need of a high-speed, reliable tooling solution would find the product right for their needs.

Maximizing Production Efficiency

Progressive molds gain superior efficiency by performing a number of operations in one go - for example, punching, bending, and cutting. It is this fast-track process that not only reduces cycle times to a great degree and thus improves the output of completed products, but it is also very suitable for mass production. The progressive molds carry the material automatically through a series of stations; it is thus not necessary that we move the material manually or use a secondary tool. This leads to more productivity and also product standardization. The combination with automatic feeders and precise alignment minimizes the amount of the rejected material and supports the concept of the lean manufacturer. The tool is ideally suited to high volume, repeatable production with customers enjoying the luxury of time-saving benefits and reduced labor costs.

Precision and Consistency with Progressive Mold Technology

The ability of a progressive mold to consistently produce components with complex geometry and also have the part dimensions maintained without variation is one of its major characteristics. The mold is built up of several stages, which are all made according to designer's project and machined with the highest precision to assure the same tight tolerance for thousands and even millions of parts. The strip feeding system keeps the parts in sync and placed in the same position repeatedly all the way through the process. The tools are made of high-quality materials and can be provided with finishing treatments like nitride or PVD coatings, thereby making the die life cycle and production precision even longer and more accurate, respectively. In these areas e.g., automotive, electronics, and medical, where the precision is everything, such reliability is a sine qua non.

Cost Savings through Material and Labor Efficiency

The use of progressive molds stands as the most essential factor for the company in terms of overall production cost reduction. The basic form of this mold is such that it is developed to use every meter of the material to the full, thus less scrap is to be generated. Moreover, the process of the tool is automatically completed, so you have to operate it by hand which results in the optimization of the labor costs and the elimination of mistakes caused by people. Secondly, there are no various machines or set-ups required in the process as all the functions are performed in a single tool. Besides the cost per part is reduced, thus there is an increase in the output of progressive molds making the companies' choice of achieving maximum profitability without losing quality a wise one in the long run.

Long Service Life and Low Maintenance

Long and reliable services are what these progressive molds are built for if they are regularly maintained. The molds are manufactured with high-quality steels, including SKD11, D2, and tungsten carbide, which tolerate various mechanical pressure ranges over a long time. Along with heat treatment and surface coating, the aforementioned make prolongation of the mold's lifespan virtually an easy matter. Thanks to being modular in design, the tools can be put into pieces interchangeably with each other without removing them, hence making the whole work less costly and having no downtime. Up to a few million cycles, as long as a progressive mold is well-kept, it can be applied without unnecessary causation of the weakness and maintain its standard efficiency, thus eliminating the need for the repair.

Progressive Mold for Medical Stainless Steel Instruments

Constructed to meet the needs of hygiene that are very demanding, especially in the case of surgical and diagnostic instruments made of stainless steel materials, the innovative and Taylor-made mold is the ideal tool for very accurate components production. The film was carefully planned in such a way that each of the stages would not be lenient on the quality of the operation: stretching, piercing, notching, and deburring need to be finished casually at every point without any stop in between. The form created from highly wear-resistant H13 tool steel, which was solidified by cold treatment, is what is here presented. Very sturdy indeed, the quick and hygienic mold plates that are easily washed are no stranger to sterile and cleanroom production conditions and the so-called quick-release plates for easy sterilization are together with them. Because of a minimal clearance of the die and an extremely polished surface, the spread of contamination and the stick of materials are both prevented. The designed neutron tool is quite flexible in terms of its usability for pressing purposes, the following are the examples of the parts: arms for forceps, instrument locks, and knife handles, with the result that the medical OEMs are able to get hold of the best possible efficiency and the least waste at the same time. It is replete with advanced features like sensors used for detection of out-of-spec parts or the press that are supposed to stop the line until the problems are solved. The mold is fitted with a press that has a speed of up to 200 SPM and is very precise, which maintains all tolerances. The die is thus a high-frequency production tool typically used in the mass production of high precision stainless steel components.

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