Metric Close Space Straight Punches with XCD Coating

Close-space straight punches are used in progressive dies and forming stations where the punch must stay accurately guided inside a limited clearance window. The angled-head (AWX) or regular-head (AXX) variants provide stable alignment across each press stroke, helping maintain consistent contact and part geometry.

• Automotive and appliance stampings: Ideal for producing repetitive sheet-metal holes and lances where tool guidance reduces lateral wobble and supports stable cycle performance.
• Precision die sets for small features: The close-space design suits tight die/punch relationships, and the XCD coating helps improve wear resistance during high-throughput punching.
• Die maintenance-focused production: Controlled fit and improved wear characteristics can extend effective tool life between resharpening or replacement cycles.

XCD-coated surfaces are especially suited when you need predictable guidance and lower friction-related wear in the restricted die environment.

The provided specifications define geometry and coating performance (XCD) for these metric close-space straight punches, but no steel grade or hardness level is listed in the input data. Therefore, exact values for HRC, specific alloy identity, or heat-treatment state (e.g., quench & temper, nitriding) cannot be stated from the current dataset.

• XCD coating: Selected to enhance wear resistance and reduce damage from repeated punching contact.
• Wear vs. toughness trade-off: In practice, punch coatings typically improve surface durability while the underlying tool steel toughness governs resistance to chipping under intermittent loading.
• Variant note: Angled head (AWX) and regular head (AXX) affect load transfer and alignment behavior, which can influence surface wear patterns.

If you share the steel grade or drawing data for SKU/series 250301353913, material-specific heat treatment and HRC can be documented precisely.

Select the punch dimensions to match the die tooling’s close-space requirement and the clearance envelope of the punch guide. This series provides fixed L (length) = 40–100 mm and fixed P dimension = 0.8–7 mm, with different head types depending on your tooling layout (AWX angled head, AXX regular head).

• Match L to tool stack-up: Choose a length that supports full working engagement without excessive protrusion. Use the required build height and stripper/ejector clearance to confirm the punch doesn’t overextend in the station.
• Match P to close-space geometry: Set the P dimension according to the die/punch close-space and alignment features so the guidance functions within the intended clearance window.
• Head type selection: Use AWX where angled-head geometry improves how the punch seats/loads in your fixture; use AXX for standard straight seating behavior.

Because tolerance ranges are not provided in the input data, confirm fit against your die drawing and existing punch pockets/guide dimensions before committing to production.