FLEXIBLE DIES
Flexible dies, which are cutting blades formed by applying etching and machining to a thin metal plate, are utilized in a wide range of fields including sheets, films, and labels, as well as printing, packaging, electronic components, and medical adhesive tapes.
They feature a structure that is easy to replace and optimal for high-mix, low-volume production. In-house production system allows us to deliver products at low cost and with short delivery times.
What is a flexible die?
Flexible dies are plates with blades formed in micron units through etching and machining. They are attached to a magnetic cylinder and used for die-cutting processing.
Standard Specifications
- Uses stainless steel material for superior rust resistance.
- Etching process: Production of micro-fine patterns.
- Machining process: Creation of sharp blade edges.
| Maximum Base Plate Dimensions | Width 470 × Length 610 mm (up to blade height 0.8 mm) Width 330 × Length 610 mm (blade height 1.2 mm) |
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| Maximum Flexible Die Dimensions | Width 467 × Length 607 mm (up to blade height 0.8 mm) Width 327 × Length 607 mm (blade height 1.2 mm) |
※Please consult us separately regarding manufacturing dimensions outside of the above specifications.
| Blade length | For rotary press: 0.35 to 0. 6 mm For flat punching: up to 1.2 mm |
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| Base thickness | 0.10 mm and up Can be set according to the purpose of use. |
| Blade width | 0.005mm～ |
| Blade depth | For rotary press: 0.2 to 0.3 mm Flat punching: 0.8 mm (0.9 mm possible depending on conditions) |
| Blade angle | 40°, 50°，60°，80° (special 30°) |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Standard hardness | HRC48 |
Options
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High hardness
HRC70 can be achieved through quenching treatment. Significantly improved durability.
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New SK Coat
Special coating suppresses adhesive buildup and improves productivity.
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DLC coating
Diamond-like carbon coating improves wear resistance
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Pin hole processing
Alignment when attaching the magnetic cylinder
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Embossing and stamping
Addition of design patterns to products
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Two-stage blade
Mix of full cut and half cut
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Endless blade
The blade does not break even at the joints of the FLX die.
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Perforations
・Cut length: 0.5/0.7 mm
・Uncut length: 0.4/0.5/0.8 mm -
Wire EDM processing
Non-round holes are possible
Swarf disposal supported -
Adaptable to blade shape changes
Different blade angles can be set for some blade shapes.
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Creasing blade
Mix of full cuts/ half cuts and creasing lines is possible
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Minimum gutter blade (for rotary use only)
Perforations can be placed between gutters in the direction of flow (minimum spacing 1.5 mm)
Main uses
Examples of products punched with a flexible die
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Stickers and various labels
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Envelopes and window cutouts
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Paper craft
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Dicing tape
Magnetic cylinder
Three types of magnets with different magnetic strengths can be selected to maximize the performance of the flexible die.
- Can be manufactured to specifications and dimensions that match existing equipment.
- Magnetic plates can also be manufactured.
| Three types of magnets are available | Ferrite 2,000 gauss (200 mT) |
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| Samarcobalt 4,000 gauss (400 mT) |
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| Neodymium 4,500 gauss (450 mT) |
【Various sizes available】
We can accommodate any size you require.
(Image of sizes we can produce)
Magnet area: Width 1,000 mm or more
We have experience with maximum diameters exceeding φ300 mm.
Please contact us separately for maximum and minimum sizes.
Inquiries/Download catalog
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※We offer free test cuts.
A wide variety of materials can be cut, from paper to metal. If you provide the materials, we will perform a test cut for you. For details, please inquire.
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