Press Brake Tooling

Press Brake Tooling: Guide & Selection

Why Premium Press Brake Tooling Is a Good Investment

About Our Press Brake Tooling (Factory Direct)

• Upper die (punch)

• Lower die (die)

• Mechanical manufacturing

• Sheet metal fabrication

• Hardware production

• Cabinet manufacturing

Core Components & How They Work

Upper Die (Punch)

Lower Die (Die)

Working Principle

1. Place the sheet metal on the lower die.

2. The ram moves the upper die down, pressing the metal into the dies’ shape (permanent deformation).

3. When the preset stroke and pressure are met, bending is done.

4. The upper die moves back, and you can take out the finished part.

Key Features of Our Press Brake Tooling

• Strong & Wear-Resistant: Made of alloy steel (e.g., 42CrMo), treated with heat (quenching, tempering). Hardness: HRC45–HRC50. Handles high pressure and friction.

• Customizable: We can make punches (rounded, gooseneck, irregular) and lower dies (different V-groove widths: 8mm, 16mm, 24mm) to match your needs (angle, shape, size, material thickness).

• Compatible: Tool size (height, shank type, mounting) fits your bending machine’s clamping system, ram stroke, and tonnage. Forms match your part drawings for accuracy.

• Standardized: Fits major brands (Amada, Trumpf, Wila) and can be bought directly. Special molds are available for custom needs.

Common Types of Press Brake Tooling

By Forming Shape

• Standard Straight Edge: For regular straight bends (most common).

• Sharp Angle: For small angles or fixing springback (high precision).

• Gooseneck (Bending Blades): For U-shaped and deep parts (avoids hitting pre-bent edges).

• Arc/Rounded: For curved parts and rounded corners.

• Irregular: Custom-made for unique part shapes.

By Application

• Standard Sheet Metal: For mild steel, galvanized steel (cost-effective).

• High-Strength Steel: Thickened, hard material for stainless steel and tough alloys.

• Thin Material: Precision-made to prevent warping, bending, or scratching.

By Installation Interface

• Amada/Promecam: Fits Amada bending machines.

• Trumpf/Wila: Fits Trumpf and Wila bending machines.

• New Standard: Universal fit for most domestic machines.

How to Choose Press Brake Tooling

1. Match the Material

• Different metals bend differently (springback):

• Mild steel: Little springback → Use 86°–88° punch for 90° bends.

• Stainless/high-strength steel: Lots of springback → Use 85° punch or adjust angle.

• Material thickness determines tool size (avoids damage or poor bending).

2. Follow the "8x Rule" (Lower Die V-Groove)

• Medium-thick plates (3–8mm): Use 8x rule (smooth bends, no cracking).

• Thin plates (T＜3mm): Use V=6T (smaller rounded corners).

• Thick plates (T＞8mm): Use V=10T–12T (less force, no tool damage).

3. Check Pressure Tonnage

• Calculate bending pressure (based on material thickness, strength, and V-groove width).

• Machine pressure must be less than tool’s rated capacity (add 10%–15% safety margin).

• For thick/tough materials: Use thickened or split tools to spread pressure.

4. Choose the Right Punch Shape

• Standard: Regular straight bends.

• Sharp angle: Small angles or springback fix.

• Gooseneck: U-shaped/deep parts.

• Arc/irregular: Curved or unique parts (match part shape).

5. Ensure Machine Compatibility

• Shank type (Amada/Promecam, New Standard, Trumpf/Wila) must fit your machine’s clamping system.

• Tool height must match machine’s ram stroke and worktable opening (avoids issues with bending or loading).

Important Tips for Selection

• Don’t ignore material springback (causes wrong angles).

• Follow the 8x rule (prevents part cracking and tool damage).

• Check machine compatibility (avoids installation failure).