Steel rule tooling
Steel rule cutting dies for accurate form cutting
A steel rule cutting die turns flat material into a finished shape in one press cycle. In packaging it forms cartons; in industrial work it cuts gaskets, foam, leather and other sheet materials.
Where this die fits
Material hardness, thickness, grain direction and production quantity matter before rule height is selected.
A carton die and a gasket die use the same principle, but they are not solved with the same blade setup. The use case is clarified before production.
- Carton, kraft and board shape cutting
- Label and sticker custom shapes
- Gasket, foam, leather and EVA cutting
- Promo cards, hang tags, samples and short runs
What we check before production
The drawing is read as a production file, not just a shape. These checks help prevent delays on press.
- Rule height for the material
- Corner radius and narrow inner cuts
- Base strength and channel fit
- Durability expected from run quantity
Quote information
A clear quote is easier when these details arrive together. A file is helpful, but a measured sample can also start the conversation.
- Material name and thickness
- Shape drawing
- Quantity and repeat-order expectation
- Machine or press information
Common questions
1 Which materials can steel rule dies cut?
Carton, paper, label stock, board, gasket materials, foam, leather and some plastics can be cut with the right blade.
2 What is a steel rule die?
It is a die system where hardened steel rule forms the cutting line and is mounted into a base.
3 Can you make a single die?
Yes. One-off dies can be produced for samples and short runs.