What material is used for wire drawing dies?

Wire drawing dies play an important role in metal processing and are widely used in the production of metal wires, cables and other products. In order to ensure the durability of the die under high load and pressure, it is important to choose the right material.

High-carbon steel is a commonly used material for wire drawing dies, which is suitable for general metal stretching processing due to its high hardness and good wear resistance. It is capable of withstanding high tensile pressures, but has poor corrosion resistance and is suitable for processes that do not require extreme corrosion resistance.

To cope with higher demands, alloy steels are widely used. By adding elements such as molybdenum and chromium, alloy steels significantly increase strength and wear resistance, making them suitable for high-load and high-precision drawing processes.

For high-precision or prolonged, high-intensity use, cemented carbide is the best choice. It has extremely high hardness and wear resistance, and can work stably at high speeds and high temperatures, making it suitable for precision machining and high-intensity wire drawing operations. Despite its higher cost, its long-term durability makes it widely used in high-end applications. Jinxin can provide you with customized carbide wire drawing dies, you can contact us if you need.

In addition, ceramic materials are also used in a number of specialty applications, especially in environments that require excellent corrosion resistance. Ceramic dies have excellent corrosion resistance and hardness, which makes them suitable for stretching of special metals.