ASTM Cutting Dies

The ASTM cutting dies help fabricate samples according to the specific requirements outlined in the standard test method. There are two options to choose from - Series C or Series D.

The C Series is ideal for light duty applications and the D Series is ideal for heavier duty applications and comes with a certificate of compliance.

Select the one that best meets your specifications and fits your budget:

ASTM C Series Cutting Dies

Lowest Cost

ASTM D Series Cutting Dies

Certified

Learn more about each Series to help you make the right choice:

C Series Cutting Dies

C Series dies are made from spring steel which is less expensive compared to the D Series. The C Series dies serve lighter duty or applications where a sample cutter is used intermittently from time to time. The C Series cannot be resharpened and can wear out faster than the D Series. If you plan on testing tough samples or are planning to cut a large amount of samples, we recommend the D Series.

Why choose the C Series cutting die?

• • • • Cuts elastomers, films, rubber and other pliable materials for testing (Does not cut thick 3.1 mm (0.125 in) rigid HDPE plastic)
      • Made to match the strict dimensions required by the standard
      • 16 mm (0.63 in) hardwood base
      • 23.7 mm (0.937 in) ground edged steel rule blade (extremely sharp)
      • Total tool height with ejection rubber 25.4 mm (1 in) high
      • Includes ejection rubber to easily eject samples after they are cut
      • Lowest cost

D Series Cutting Dies

D Series dies are made from S-7 tool steel. We heat treat each die to proper hardness to meet your needs. Dies are EDM cut and CNC machined, and then hand polished to a smooth finish to ensure accurate cuts time and time again.

Why choose the D Series cutting die?

• • • • Made to last with the capability to be resharpened to maintain exact tolerances
        • We will sharpen them and keep them sharp, so you can rely on us for your most precise and accurate cutting needs. (Ask about our resharpening services)
      • Durable, shock resistant, impact resistant and offers high strength and toughness
      • Certificate of compliance
      • Tolerance to +/- 0.05 mm (+/- 0.002 in) or as required by the standard
      • Straight inside wall construction that guarantees exact tolerances are always maintained (even after repeated sharpening)
      • Includes a storage case

Manual, pneumatic and hydraulic presses are available that enable the test machine to compress and manufacture your samples with minimal effort. If you plan on testing lots of samples we recommend you consider investing in additional fixturing to add this functionality to your test machine. Contact us for a quote.