Die Cutting Size Chart: A Comprehensive Guide for Manufacturers
Reading Time: 6 minutes Die cutting size introduces limitations based on material type, cutting method, and tolerances and adapting to these constraints is critical to ensuring high-quality results. This guide covers and includes: Die Cutting Size Chart: Materials and Size Limitations Selecting the right die cutting method depends on the material type and the required […]
Die Cutting Pros and Cons
Die cutting is used in repeatable, high-volume production runs of parts such as gaskets, seals, and packaging inserts. Compared to other cutting methods like water jet cutting or machining, it enables precision over high-volume orders, but can have initial startup costs worth consideration. The two principal types are: Understanding how each cutting method can fit […]
The Complete Rotary Die Cutting Process Explained
Rotary die cutting is a high-speed manufacturing process that uses a cylindrical die to cut, perforate, or crease rolled material as it moves continuously through the system. Unlike flatbed die cutting, which involves a stationary die pressing down on material, rotary die cutting allows for uninterrupted cutting, making it the preferred method for high-volume production […]
Top Plastic Die-Cutting Companies in 2024
After a review of the top 25 plastic die-cutting companies serving U.S. buyers, we’ve selected a list of the seven that most people looking for die-cutting services of varying scale should consider. The proprietary algorithm used places weights on quality metrics that include industry standards for precision, breadth of capability, and many more. Plastic die-cutting […]
The Best Die Cut Companies – 2024 Report
The Best Die Cut Companies – 2024 Report Many manufacturers struggle to find the best die cutting company for their needs, whether type of die cutting, ability to cut a certain material, or production volume is the constraint. Our team has ranked 10 die cutting companies and compiled their strengths into one complete list to […]
The Top Die-Cutting Companies in California – 2024 Report
For California-based companies, or those in which California is a critical element of the supply chain, having components die cut within the state will make supply chain logistics simpler and cheaper. We have compiled a list of the top die-cutting companies in California, and ranked them based on our proprietary ranking algorithm, which is detailed […]
Die Cutting Process Explained: Step by Step Guide with Diagram
Die cutting involves the use of a specialized die—crafted with the exact dimensions of the desired component—to cleanly cut, shape, or engrave materials. This process is vital in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to electronics, medical devices, and packaging. Advances in technology have taken die cutting from manual hand-press systems to highly automated machines […]
Die Cutting Tonnage Calculation Explained
Die cutting, at its simplest, is pushing a material hard enough over a form to cut it precisely. However, to ensure precision, efficiency and maximize cost savings, experienced operators perform careful die cutting tonnage calculations to ensure that they are using enough force on the material to make the necessary cuts without wasting the energy […]
Standard Die Cutting Tolerances – Complete Guide
Reading Time: 8 minutes We have developed a complete guide to standard die cutting tolerances, including breakdowns by environmental factors, processes used and materials used to make components. Each plays a role in limiting how precise die cutters can be when creating components, and can affect part specifications and production timelines for manufacturers in stringent […]
Overview of Commercial Die Cutting Services in CA
Die-cutting, an intricate process utilized in various industries, including packaging, printing, automotive, and textiles, is employed to carve out diverse designs and shapes from many materials, such as paper, rubber, and fabric. Different die-cutting processes include rotary die-cutting, involving a high-speed rotating cylindrical die to effectuate the desired shape; flatbed die-cutting, which utilizes a flatbed die that presses against the material to attain the desired shape; and laser die-cutting, which employs high-energy beams to carve out the desired shape. For the best die cutting CA has, give us a call.