DAYTON Close Space Punch Blanks - Metric XVP Coating

These close-space punch blanks are used in precision punching stations where the die cavity height and side clearance are tightly constrained. In production tooling, they help maintain stable punch guidance by using a compact blank geometry designed for restricted die space, reducing the risk of excessive lateral play that can lead to dimensional variation.

Common scenarios include:

• Automotive bracket and sheet-metal connector punching, where tool life and consistent blanking quality across long runs are critical. The XVP coating supports lower friction at the punch/die interface, helping manage wear.
• Appliance and enclosure sheet-metal operations, benefiting from the ability to match metric shank diameters (D 2–7 mm) to common hole sizes while keeping the punch envelope small.
• High-repeatability electronics or thin-gauge stamping, where stable fit improves repeatable punching force and hole geometry.

The XVP-coated variant is suited for these applications because it provides surface protection that reduces friction and wear during repeated strokes, supporting longer service intervals.

The provided product specifications define sizing and coating (XVP), but the exact base steel grade and heat-treatment state are not included in the input data. Therefore, this page content focuses on the coating-related performance expectations rather than asserting a specific alloy (for example, an H13/D2/M2 equivalency) that cannot be verified from the provided parameters.

• XVP coating: intended to improve surface protection and reduce friction at the punch/die contact, which typically helps limit abrasive and adhesive wear during repeated punching cycles.
• Wear vs. toughness trade-off: in punch tooling, higher wear resistance often comes with reduced toughness; coatings like XVP are commonly used to improve tribological performance without relying solely on bulk hardness.

If you need confirmed hardness (e.g., HRC) and heat treatment (quenched & tempered, nitrided, etc.), please share the material specification sheet for series code 250301827560 so we can align the description to the actual steel and treatment.

Select the correct punch blank by matching the shank diameter (D) and the length (L) to your punch holder guidance and die cavity requirements.

• Shank diameter (D): choose from the available metric options D = 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 mm. The selected D should correspond closely to your die hole size and the punch clearance/fit you designed in the guide system.
• Length (L): select within 40 to 100 mm to ensure full effective penetration while maintaining adequate support in the punch holder.

For tight die space designs, the “close space” geometry helps fit in restricted cavities, but you still must verify that the chosen L does not interfere with the die shoe or surrounding tooling. If your assembly uses precision fits or preloaded guidance, confirm that your intended tolerance stack-up (holder bore, guide bushings, and the blank shank) is compatible with the selected D.

In this series, D is configurable (2–7 mm) and L is selectable across 40–100 mm, while the close-space/cavity suitability is inherent to the blank design.