Steel Stamps
Steel stamps for marking.
Marking Stamps and dies
Quality Marking Products
Columbia Marking Tools’ top quality steel stamps and dies are made for high volume industrial use. Don’t accept substitutions.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Reverse characters
Q: What is the difference between standard engraved characters and reverse characters? A: We at CMT get this question a lot. The mark as seen on your part will determine this. Example 1. If you are marking a flat piece of steel and you want the mark to read correctly after Read more
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Custom stamp print types
Q: I would like a custom stamp made. What kind of file type is preferred by CMT? A: File types .dxf or .dwg are preferred, but CMT can work with a .pdf file or even a hand drawn print. Please note that a design charge would apply for all non-CAD Read more
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
High-speed steel (HSS)
Q: Can CMT manufacture steel stamps from high-speed steel? A: Yes, we can make stamps from high-speed steel if required. Please note that the cost is higher and the lead time is longer. In most cases HSS is not needed. If application details are provided to CMT, our marking experts Read more
Marking Stamps and dies
CM7X round inserts – Special length?
Q: The standard length is 3/4″. What special length options are available? A: Up to 3″ long.
Custom Hand Stamps
Classic car restoration
Customer- I am restoring a 1966 Chevy and would like to mark the engine block. Can you replicate the current markings on the engine? If so what do you need me to provide. Thank you. CMT- Yes we can replicate the font. We would need a high resolution picture Read more
Marking Stamps and dies
Can I use my hand stamp in a press?
Q- I have an R-Buster hand stamp for marking mild steel. I was only marking 25-50 parts per day. My business has taken off and the volume is now over 200 per day. I would like to use a press to make the marking process more consistent and faster. Is Read more
Air Impact FAQ
Programmable Marking vs Impact Marking
Question: What is the difference between Dot Peen marking and Impact? Answer: Programmable marking gives you the versatility of marking several different legends and logs with very easy change over. If your mark is doesn’t chance much and your looking for something very fast, Impact Marking might be the best Read more