Stansverktøy

Stansverktøy, often translated as punching tools or dies, are specialized tools used in manufacturing and metalworking for creating holes or shapes in materials. These tools operate by applying a significant amount of force to a workpiece, causing a punch or die to cut through the material. The process can be used for various applications, including blanking, piercing, and forming.

In a typical stansverktøy setup, a punch, which is the male component, is driven through a die, the female component, with the material placed between them. The sharp edge of the punch, in conjunction with the die opening, shears the material. The size and shape of the punch and die determine the resulting hole or shape. Stansverktøy can be manually operated, powered by hydraulic or pneumatic systems, or integrated into automated stamping presses.

The materials commonly worked with by stansverktøy include sheet metal, plastic, and even thicker materials depending on the tool's capacity. Precision is a key characteristic of stansverktøy, allowing for accurate and repeatable results. They are essential components in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer goods manufacturing, where mass production of components with specific perforations or contours is required. The design and maintenance of stansverktøy are critical for efficiency and the quality of the finished product.