Die life is dependent upon shape and size.
Diy sheet metal stamping press.
The press tool consists of punch punches die punch plate backup plate stripper ejectors many more components.
Before designing the sheet metal stamping process press tool it is necessary to understand the configuration and components of the press tool.
Find a long metal cylinder that will fit between the two stainless steel rods.
It s like a little metal sandwich.
Place this cylinder on top of the metal sandwich and place the entire assembly under the press.
Place the sheet metal in the correct position on the positive die and slide the negative on top.
Common life is 10 000 15 000 parts.
Although most stamping operations use sheet steel special dies can cut and form steel bars up to 3 in.
After the desired thickness is obtained the sheet metal then is rolled into a large coil.