What Materials Can You Die Cut?

What Materials Can Be Die Cut.
The process of die cutting is where a converter takes a flexible material and lowers a die cutting tool onto the material, and the pressure of the sharp edges cuts identical shapes. In converting, die cut parts are made from flexible materials, including but not limited to:

Finding a suitable material for die cutting parts depends on your intended application and the production requirements. When seeking a die cut solution, you’ll want to know your adhesive options and how well they’ll join together on the surfaces.

Overly hard or abrasive materials can cause the die cut tool to wear down very quickly, which can increase the need to replace blades frequently. Elastic or stretchy materials are also challenging to cut, due to the varying tensions and tolerances when the material is pressed upon. This could increase the cost of adopting a die cut solution.

Certain die cutting methods are more favorable depending upon your chosen material, so you’ll want to understand how each technique might benefit your project before you decide upon a solution.