Mold & Die
Mold and die work splits abrasive choice by material: diamond on carbide inserts, CBN on die steel. Resin keeps heat low for finish and geometry on surface and cylindrical grinders.
Typical processes
Match the job to a shape and bond, then open the product page.
| Process | Shapes | Bond | Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch / insert OD | 1A1 | Resin diamond or CBN | Open product → |
| Die face / cup grind | 6A2 · cups | Resin | Open product → |
| Hardened die steel | 1A1 | Vitrified CBN | Open product → |
| Bore / jig touch-up | 1A1 · 1V1 · points | Electroplated | Open product → |
Also: Grinding modes · Wheel shapes
What we supply
- 1A1 for punch OD and round inserts; 6A2 / cups for die faces
- Diamond for carbide inserts — CBN for D2 / H13 / SKD11 bodies
- Typical machines: Okamoto, Jung, Studer, Moore / Hauser class
When this is the wrong path
- Steel punch with a diamond wheel → use CBN
- Thin glass / quartz cut-off → metal or electroplated 1A1R
- High-volume PCD with dressing → vitrified diamond