Common Q&A Test

Quick Answers

Q: How do I choose the right station (A, B, C, D, E)?
A: Station selection depends on tool size and shape. A-station is for small round/obround tools; B and C for medium sizes; D and E for larger and special shapes. Always refer to your turret layout and punch press capacity.
Q: What’s the difference between thick turret and thin turret tooling?
A: Thick turret tools are more robust, support higher tonnage, and have longer life. Thin turret is lighter, lower cost, and common on smaller machines.
Q: Are your tools compatible with Amada, Wilson, or Mate systems?
A: Yes. Our tooling is fully interchangeable with leading systems, including Amada-style thick turret, Wilson Ultra, and Mate Ultra tooling.

Q: What material are your punches made from?
A: Our punches are typically made from high-speed steel (M2) or powder metallurgy steels (KPM), ensuring wear resistance and toughness.
Q: What hardness are your punches and dies?
A: Punches are heat treated to 58–62 HRC, dies to 58–60 HRC, balancing toughness and wear resistance.

Q: How do I extend tool life?
A: Regular lubrication, correct clearance, and periodic regrinding with a precision grinder (PGX) can extend life up to 3–5 times. Using coated tools like TiCN or Everlast further improves longevity.
Q: What’s the recommended regrind limit?
A: Generally, regrind up to 80% of the original length. We can provide drawings with regrind guidelines for each tool type.

Q: Can you make custom shapes (louvers, emboss, card guides)?
A: Yes. We manufacture custom form tools using Slow Wire EDM and Shaped EDM, ensuring perfect accuracy and repeatability.
Q: What tolerances do you hold?
A: Roundness ±0.002 mm, OD grinding ±0.005 mm, concentricity ±0.003 mm, ensuring perfect fit in every batch.

Q: What styles of press brake tooling do you offer?
A: We supply American, European, and Wila/Trumpf style tools, all precision-ground for perfect fit and alignment.
Q: Will your tools fit my machine?
A: Yes. We produce tools compatible with Amada, Accurpress, Bystronic, Trumpf, and other leading brands.

Q: What steel do you use for press brake tools?
A: Typically 42CrMo4 or PM steels, heat treated to 55–60 HRC for durability.
Q: Do you offer hardened working surfaces?
A: Yes. All tools are induction-hardened or through-hardened for long life and consistent bending performance.

Q: How precise are your tools?
A: All tools are ground to ±0.00039" (±0.01 mm) with full-length accuracy, ensuring perfect alignment across batches.
Q: Will tools from different batches match?
A: Yes. We guarantee batch-to-batch consistency through OD grinding, automated forming grinding, and in-house inspection.

Q: How do I maintain my press brake tooling?
A: Keep tools clean, store them properly, and inspect for wear regularly. Use proper tonnage and avoid overloading to extend life.
Q: Can you refurbish worn tools?
A: Yes. We offer regrinding and refurbishment services to restore tools to like-new condition.

In-house heat treatment: For consistent hardness and quality.
Automated production line: High-volume, reliable output (7,500+ pieces/day).
Slow Wire EDM & Shaped EDM: Complex shapes with exceptional accuracy.
OD Grinding & PGX Precision: ±0.005 mm OD, ±0.002 mm roundness, ±0.003 mm concentricity.
Coatings: TiCN, Everlast, and KPM Ultra for maximum tool life.
Quality Assurance: 100% inspection, full traceability, perfect match every time.