Carbide Punches
Carbide punches are specialized cutting tools, typically made from tungsten carbide, known for their exceptional hardness, durability, and wear resistance. They are designed to withstand high-pressure environments and are commonly used in applications requiring precision, toughness, and resistance to extreme wear and heat.
High Hardness and Wear Resistance:
Carbide's extreme hardness makes it ideal for applications involving high-speed cutting, stamping, and forming.
Durability and Longevity:
Carbide punches can last significantly longer than punches made from steel or other materials, reducing replacement frequency and downtime.
Precision and Accuracy:
Carbide punches can be ground to very high precision tolerances, ensuring accurate hole creation and consistent product quality.
Cost-Effectiveness:
While carbide punches may have a higher initial cost, their extended lifespan and reduced downtime can lead to long-term cost savings.
Types of Carbide Punches:
Straight Punches: These are simple, cylindrical punches used for basic hole creation.
Pilot Punches: Used for creating pilot holes before the final punch.
Button Dies: These are small, rounded dies used in conjunction with punches for specific shapes.
Block Punches and Dies: Used for creating complex shapes and multiple holes in a single operation.
Special Shaped Punches and Dies: Custom designs for specific applications.
Applications:
Metal Stamping: Creating precise holes and shapes in sheet metal.
Die and Mold Making: Used for creating dies and molds for various manufacturing processes.
Fastener Tooling: Used for creating holes and shapes in fasteners.
High-Speed Stamping: Ideal for applications requiring rapid and repeated strokes.
Progressive Stamping: Used in multi-station stamping processes.
TYPES OF CARBIDE PUNCHES
Piercing Punches: Used to punch holes in materials.
Forming Punches: Used to shape or mold materials.
Cutting Punches: Used for cutting or separating materials.
Slugger Punches: Used for separating materials.
Blanking Die Punches: Used to create flat, shaped pieces from sheet metal.
Bending Punches: Used to bend or shape materials.
Precision Mold Punches: Used in molds to create precise shapes.
Punch Pins: Used for specific tasks like ejecting parts in a mold.
Hexagonal Broaching/Punching Tools: Used for machining hexagonal or Torx-shaped holes.