Understand Die Cutting

Die cutting is a fabrication process which employs specialized machines and machine tools to convert stock material by cutting, forming and shearing it into custom shapes and designs. Both versatile and customziable, the die process is suitable for a wide range of materials , including metal , plastic , wood , and composites . It also has manufacturing applications in a variety of industries , including die cutting neoprene , gasketing , die cutting paper , packaging , die cutting fabric , and producing die cut foam. 

  There are several different types of die cutting processes available today, including flatbed die cutting , rotary die cutting , and digital die cutting, with each process variant offering its advantages and disadvantages. The requirements and specifications demanded by a particular die cutting application-for example materials being converted , part size , desired tolerances , initial and long -terms , etc.-help determine the type of die cutting process most suitable to use in a given situation . 

  This article focus on the die cutting processes as a whole , outlining the different types of die cutting and their required machines and components. Additionally, the article explores various die cutting capabilities and material considerations and provides alternatives to the die cutting process.