FAQ about marking stamps and dies
EDM involves passing a high frequency current from a shaped electrode or wire via a small spark gap to the tool steel blank which is immersed in a dielectric fluid.
Options for in die marking include multi-character, multi-line, and logo solid dies.
Q: The standard length is 3/4″. What special length options are available? A: Up to 3″ long.
Q: What material are the CMM090 stamps made of and what hardness? Are there different materials available? A: Tool steel. Varies with availability – O-1 or W-1. The hardness is 58Rc. CMT offers custom materials – please specify.
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…
Custom Die HENAF2660 Det 01- Custom Press Stamp to Read: 21-28643-000 103985, and 2D code and additional engraving/ (Ref Dwg. AB9699) Blank Size: 3.75″ x .75″ x 1.25″
Comparison to Competitor Engrave and Heat Treat of MAC’S logo per customer supplied art work. Logo height to be as big as possible which will be around 7/8”. Move the ”M” Logo and the MAC’S closer together. Blank supplied is soft. Material is A-2 ( Heat Treat is included in Read more…
Your Question: We use 1/4” round insert stamps for marking full hard 301 stainless steel. A consultant recommended the use of CPM4 as a stamp material to increase life of stamps. I was wondering material you make our current stamps out of (part# CM7G16)? And if you have an option Read more…
Q: We are having a problem with the same W stamp breaking on a frequent occurrence. The same stamp breaks each time, I also wanted to inquire about having a stamp plate made with a set screw on the side to hold the stamps in a rigid manor. A: The “W” is Read more…