The ultimate die for high-detail in thin metal. A conforming die is a mating two part die in tool steel. The die both forms and coins the metal giving you the ability to get super high level detail in metal thicknesses from 28 gauge to 18 gauge. Maximum surface area in a 20 ton press should be around one square inch (simpler designs don't take as much pressure and can be slightly larger). Please specify desired metal alloy and gauge to aid in the design of this die. There does not need to be an offset for the metal thickness as long as the walls are no steeper than about 45 degrees. You must provide a 3D CAD drawing or a clean black and white drawing with both plan and multiple elevation views. Design must fit within a 1.5" circle. Larger dies will get an up charge. These dies are crafted in A2 tool steel and are precision hardened and tempered, giving you the best results possible and a lifetime of use (production of about 10,000 pieces is the industry standard for dies like this before having to recondition or remake them). If you would like to learn all about Dies click here to read a very thorough paper written by Peter Gilroy and Phil Poirier. You can also learn more about Die Making on our YouTube Channel, click here to watch, or by booking an online class with Peter Gilroy.
