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​Fastener Dies – Precision Tooling for Bolt and Nut Manufacturing

Fastener dies are critical tooling components used in the forming and forging of bolts, nuts, screws, and other fasteners. As a professional fastener die manufacturer, we provide a complete range of fastener forming dies, fastener forging dies, and fastener header dies designed to deliver high strength, dimensional accuracy, and long tool life.

Our fastener die sets are made with advanced CNC machining and heat-treatment technologies to ensure precision and durability under extreme pressure and temperature conditions. We offer both Cold Heading Dies for fasteners and hot heading dies for fasteners, as well as thread rolling dies for fasteners, meeting the diverse production needs of automotive, aerospace, and construction industries.

We specialize in custom fastener dies, supporting OEM & ODM services to meet customer-specific standards and performance requirements.

Fastener Dies

Key Features

  • High Dimensional Accuracy: CNC-machined cavities ensure consistent fastener shape and thread precision.

  • Superior Material Strength: Made from Tungsten Carbide, H13 tool steel, or SKD61 for maximum hardness and wear resistance.

  • Wide Die Range: Includes fastener header dies, forging dies, forming dies, and thread rolling dies for different stages of production.

  • Custom Design Service: Tailored fastener die sets based on drawings, fastener types, and production conditions.

  • High Efficiency & Durability: Optimized die geometry ensures stable forming and reduces downtime.

  • Thermal & Pressure Resistance: Suitable for both cold heading and hot forging operations.


Manufacturing Process

  1. Material Preparation: Selection of premium-grade H13, SKD61, or Tungsten Carbide blanks.

  2. CNC Machining & EDM Cutting: High-precision CNC turning, milling, and wire-cut EDM ensure cavity accuracy and smooth surfaces.

  3. Heat Treatment: Improves hardness, tensile strength, and resistance to deformation during heading or forging.

  4. Grinding & Polishing: Mirror polishing and fine grinding to achieve superior surface finish and reduce friction.

  5. Assembly & Quality Testing: Each fastener die set is carefully assembled and inspected before delivery.


Material Selection

  • Tungsten Carbide: Excellent wear resistance, ideal for high-volume production and long service life.

  • H13 Tool Steel: Superior heat resistance and toughness for hot heading dies and forging dies.

  • SKD61 (DIN 1.2344): Balanced thermal stability and machinability for both cold and hot forming applications.

  • High-Speed Steel (M2 / M42): Excellent for thread rolling and high-speed forming dies.

  • Alloy Steel: Cost-effective solution for general-purpose forming tools.


Surface Treatment Options

  • Polishing / Mirror Finish: Enhances material flow and reduces sticking during forming.

  • Nitriding / Carburizing: Improves surface hardness and fatigue resistance.

  • PVD / TiN / TiCN Coating: Provides excellent thermal stability and wear protection.

  • Oxidation / Black Coating: Prevents corrosion and improves tool life.

  • Chrome or Nickel Plating: For additional anti-friction and anti-corrosion performance.


Precision & Quality Control

Each fastener die is subjected to rigorous inspection to ensure reliability and dimensional consistency:

  • CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine): For 3D accuracy verification.

  • Hardness Testing: Ensures proper heat-treatment results.

  • Surface Roughness Measurement: Ra ≤ 0.4 μm for optimal forming performance.

  • Microscopic & Metallographic Testing: Confirms internal structure and grain uniformity.
    Typical Tolerance: ±0.005 mm


Applications

Our precision fastener dies and custom fastener die sets are widely used in multiple industries:

  • Automotive Industry: Bolts, nuts, and rivets for engines, chassis, and body structures.

  • Aerospace Components: High-strength titanium or alloy fasteners.

  • Construction Hardware: Structural fasteners, anchors, and heavy-duty bolts.

  • Industrial Machinery: Shafts, pins, and threaded connectors.

  • Marine & Energy Equipment: Corrosion-resistant fasteners for offshore applications.


FAQ

Q1: Do you provide custom fastener dies based on our samples or drawings?
Yes. We offer complete customization for fastener forging dies, header dies, and thread rolling dies according to your technical drawings or prototypes.


Q2: What’s the difference between cold heading and hot heading dies?
Cold Heading Dies for fasteners are used at room temperature for small or medium-sized fasteners, while hot heading dies are suitable for large fasteners or high-strength materials that require heating.


Q3: How long is your production lead time?
Standard fastener die sets usually take 10–15 working days; complex or multi-cavity dies may take longer depending on the design.


Q4: Can you ensure consistency for large-volume production?
Yes. All dies are processed with CNC machining and inspected with CMM equipment to maintain consistent precision across batches.


Q5: What industries do your fastener dies serve?
We serve automotive, aerospace, construction, industrial machinery, power transmission, and marine industries worldwide.

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