Metal Stamping Die
The process of metal stamping die is a relatively simple metal manufacturing, which produces various shapes from metal plates according to the required geometric shape of the stamping die. Plays an important role in the manufacturing industry, used to manufacture various parts or products.
Progressive Die Tooling
Progressive die tooling is an efficient die tooling. In each manufacturing process, there will be multiple convex die toolings working, and their assembly requires each convex die tooling to have a specified punching gap with each concave die tooling. Each gap is very uniform and will not produce different gaps. Ensure that the corresponding hole positions between the concave die and the fixed plate are identical. Moreover, when manufacturing specified plates for concave and convex die toolings, operators must ensure the size, position, and precision of the holes. If the dimensional position and precision of the holes cannot be guaranteed, it may cause some complex problems during assembly, and the serious problem is that assembly cannot be carried out. Technicians sometimes fix the convex die tooling by using low melting point alloys and pasting measures, or reduce the manufacturing requirements of the fixing plate, which helps to improve the accuracy of positioning.
This type of stamping die has many structural components, such as internal hexagonal screws, pins, die tooling handles, base plates, upper die tooling seats, convex die toolings, concave die toolings, lower die tooling seats, guide plates, convex die tooling fixing plates, side edge blocks, and other components. There is a special convex die on the fixed plate of the custom stamping die, which is the side edge. In each stroke of stamping, the side blade will cut a piece of material edge with a length equal to the step distance along the edge of the strip. There are many types of progressive die toolings, including deep drawing, bending, forming, and so on.
Steps of Progressive Die Tooling
Progressive die has many steps in the stamping process, which is a relatively complex process. Progressive die toolings can produce high-efficiency components in large quantities. In general, precise tools and automated manufacturing are used in progressive stamping machines. According to the requirements of speed and efficiency, the sequential methods may also vary. This technology is used in various product manufacturing. The basic processes involved in progressive die toolings are as follows:
Process of Progressive Die Tooling：The stamping process of progressive dies is very complex. This type of die tooling has many components and different stages, and each step and workstation corresponds to a different workpiece.
In the process of universal manufacturing, progressive die toolings are customized and designed with specified components. Technicians must ensure the correct operating sequence and avoid unnecessary troubles during the design process.
Progressive Movement：If materials are transferred from one workstation to another, different methods will be implemented to form the correct shape. Usually, a feeder is used to facilitate the material to be delivered to each workstation in the correct sequence of steps. Each workstation has its corresponding steps, and the sequence of these steps must not be incorrect.
Prepare Materials：During the stamping process, materials have a certain impact on the quality of the manufactured products, including metal materials. In mass production and manufacturing, to increase product efficiency, it is necessary to ensure the selection of appropriate metal materials. Technicians introduce materials into stamping equipment and place them in the correct positions.
Assembly and Connection：In the stamping equipment of progressive dies, these components are connected inside the chip. If some parts pass through the operating platform, the operator will place screws or fasteners on the parts.
Disposal of Waste Materials：In a designated structure of the equipment, some waste materials are specifically placed, and technicians will remove the waste materials from it. These waste materials are operated through cutting or shearing by machines, and this waste storage site helps optimize the integrity of the remaining materials.
Station Operation：A progressive die consists of multiple workstations, which complete a series of operations to form the progressive die. For example, the following aspects:
Embossing and Imprinting: The precision of the component model and the addition of some complex patterns on the surface of the material.
Bending: Bending the shape of a material to produce a specified bending curve.
Cutting: Cutting materials into specified shapes.
Inspection：After producing the product, it is necessary to perform meticulous processing on the processed parts, including heat treatment and removal of burrs. The above steps help improve the performance and shape of the material. After completing these steps, the product is inspected and confirmed to be correct by the technical personnel before the actual production of this workpiece is completed.
Methods to Improve Efficiency
The process of progressive die has the characteristic of high efficiency. The stamping and forming process of progressive dies corresponds to high-quality die toolings, which are characterized by high difficulty, precision, and high technology in processing, and are generally manufactured in small batches. It is important to consider the complex shape and size of the workpiece to improve the accuracy and stability of stamping processing. To achieve rapid development of this technology, manufacturers manufacture a large number of these components to maximize the use of stamping methods.
1.Strengthen the Design of Stamping Die Toolings
Technicians design progressive die workpieces with the correct steps and manufacture high-precision die toolings for the produced parts, to reduce material waste and effectively utilize existing materials, which has a significant impact on stamping manufacturing.
2.Application of Materials
Materials play a crucial role in the process of progressive die manufacturing, and technicians must carefully select materials for stamping die toolings. The material used for progressive die stamping should have the advantages of strong thickness and toughness, to help avoid wear of the stamping die.
3.Tools for Maintaining Stamping Die Toolings
It is very important to ensure that the tools of the stamping die are in good condition. Operators should regularly maintain the stamping die to avoid any damage to the equipment. If employees discover worn parts, they should promptly replace the worn parts. Avoid unnecessary problems caused by worn parts in the production of stamping processing.
4.Lubrication
To reduce friction between stamping die toolings and materials, technicians need to use appropriate lubrication methods to avoid friction between the two. This can extend the service life of stamping die tools.
5.Modify the Design of the Die Tooling
Stamping die toolings have the advantage of automation. If any technical modifications are found, equipment automation can reduce equipment downtime and improve production efficiency.
6.Full Process Monitoring
By using monitoring, it is possible to observe the entire manufacturing process. This helps to detect data bias or areas that need improvement and can be detected promptly.
7.Automation Design
The progressive die stamping device has the characteristic of automation, which can provide accurate assurance for stamping operations.
8.Technological Improvement and Problem-solving
In the manufacturing process, if there are some special circumstances, the operators of the progressive die stamping machine need to connect and proficiently master the measures to solve difficulties, and timely solve the faults that occur, and the workers also need to improve their work abilities.
9.High Quality
Through some quality assurance measures, technicians can identify and solve problems promptly.
The Application Industry of Progressive Die Tooling
Progressive die toolings are widely used in daily life. In various industries, various types of progressive die tooling are used for the components of various products. This technology generally plays an important role in the production of complex-shaped workpieces such as automotive parts and household appliance accessories, which can increase production efficiency and product quality. The main industries included include:
1.Aerospace Industry
In the aerospace industry, progressive die tooling has high precision, including brackets. As the quality of progressive die tooling is crucial in aerospace, each component must meet quality standards to ensure that each component meets the specified requirements.
2.Electronics Industry
Progressive die stamping toolings are used in many products, such as connectors, which are made through progressive die stamping.
3.Medical Equipment
For example, some surgical equipment and tools are formed by progressive stamping. In the medical industry, the quality of progressive die stamping toolings also plays a very important role.
4.Construction Industry
This process is commonly used in the construction industry to produce tools or models used in construction, which helps operators to operate conveniently. The produced stamping die should have intact integrity and firm stability.
5.The Automotive Industry
In the automotive industry, this technology is used to produce car bodies, automotive components, etc., which have high precision.
Progressive die tooling has multiple applications, and there are also many types of products used in each industry. Different products correspond to different stamping die toolings made of different materials, which are commonly used in small batches of products. Even though the design of progressive die toolings is relatively complex, this technology can effectively improve production efficiency. This technology does not take up a large area and its structure is not complex, making it convenient for operators to manufacture products.
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