Tool & Die is a tried and true industry. It can also be one of the most intimidating if you don’t know how it is used or when to use it. This presentation is designed to unlock some of the mysteries of Tool & Die and give you a better understanding of its uses. View this presentation and learn when and how to leverage Tool & Die in your company. Whether you have been around Tool & Die for years or you are just getting started, this presentation will enhance your knowledge and help you with upcoming decisions. What you'll learn by viewing the webcast: - Definition of Tool & Die - Ways stamping dies are classified - Operations that can be performed with stamping dies - Different types of parts that can be made with stamping dies - Determining precision of die produced parts - Ways to implement Tool & Die into your organization

1. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Tool & Die 101
What You Need To Know
Need to increase production?
Spending too much on fabrication?
Want to decrease lead times?
Tool & Die may be the answer!
Tool & Die continues to be the backbone of industry
throughout the world.
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Lebanon, Missouri

2. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Agenda
• Introduction - Definition of Tool & Die
• Dies
• Classifications of stamping dies
• Standard die operations
• Parts
• Parts made with stamping dies
• Expected part tolerances
• Implementing Tool & Die into your organization
• Closing
Plus a Free Downloadable RFQ Checklist!

3. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
‘Stamping dies’ is a generalized term for dies that
stamp, coin, emboss, draw or form material in a
mechanical or hydraulic press.
Definition of Tool & Die
A Toolmaker as Described by The Department of Labor;
Tool and die makers are among the most highly skilled
workers in manufacturing…produc(ing) tools, dies, and
special guiding and holding devices that enable machines
to manufacture a variety of products we use daily—from
clothing and furniture to heavy equipment and parts for
aircraft.

4. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Classifications of Stamping Dies
Single Hit
Most dies can be classified within the following descriptions:

5. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Classifications of Stamping Dies
Transfer
Flow
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2
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5

6. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Classifications of Stamping Dies
Progressive
Flow

7. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Classification
Single Hit
Transfer
Progressive
Operation
Draw
Trim / Blank
Form
Cam

8. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Standard Die Operations
• Draw – Takes a flat blank and forms it into a shape, using control over the
boundary of the sheet to restrict the flow of material as a "punch" stretches
the central portion of the blank.
• Trim and/or Blank – trims flash from a casting, forging, or stamping
• Form – resembles a draw die but it lacks a pressurized blank holder. Uses a
form punch and die to bend the part into a precise shape.
• Cam – Uses an angled driver to perform trimming, blanking or forming
from a horizontal orientation using a vertically driven press

9. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Parts Made With Stamping Dies
Sheet metal is used to make many parts for many industries including:
• Appliance and HVAC
• Lighting
• Automotive
• Agriculture
• Caskets
• License Plates
• Hardware

10. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Expected Part Tolerances
Depending on the operation, tolerances can be anywhere from a few
thousandths of an inch for blanking or trimming and up to 1/16” or more for
unimportant formed features
When trimming or piercing holes the part can be held to a much tighter
tolerance since there is no forming involved
What is spring back?

11. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
What is spring back? Let’s do an experiment….
Grab a piece of paper. Notebook, scratch
pad, post it note…etc.
1. Hang it about half way over the edge of
your table or desk as shown in the picture.
2. Now, fold it over the edge and crease it
as best you can. This resembles a 90
degree form operation.
3. Let go of the folded part…..see how it
doesn’t stay completely bent?
This is spring back. Sheet metal, yes,
even paper, has memory. It wants to stay
in its original state.
As long as we know what is required, and
what type of material is to be used, there
are ways to minimize and overcome these
types of obstacles and create die tooling
that will work

12. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Implementing Tool & Die into
Your Organization
• Determine if it is time to pursue stamping dies
• Ensure the parts being considered meet stamping die criteria
• Consider any guidelines your company has concerning stamping dies
• Decide upon a stamping house (internal or external) and acquire press
specifications and potential schedule for production
• Prepare an RFQ for die tooling and send to selected Tool & Die
builders
• Purchase tooling and start production

13. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
How Important is your Die Builder?
• Choosing a Tooling Builder = a BIG decision
• A Tooling Builder
• Should offer suggestions
• Should mitigate potential problems
• Should have good references and history
• Quality and Safety Requirements
• The life of the die depends on how well it is built
• What are your production estimates?
• What are your safety concerns?
DTE is Proud to be Made in the USA and is ready to help you through the
process!

14. Tool & Die 101 – What You Need To Know
Closing
• Investing in die tooling can be substantial, but
• Production numbers will be increased significantly
• Repeatability of parts is assured (all parts will be the same)
• Material costs can be reduced by buying in sheets or coils
• Labor costs are normally lower (less time spent fabricating parts)
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