Explain constructional features, and working of progressive die. Also state the functions of any four parts of progressive die. 

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Constructional features and Working of Progressive Die:

 A progressive die consists of the following parts.

1. Stop

2. Sheet metal

3. Pilot

4. Blanking punch

5. Ram

6. Piercing punch

7. Stripper Plate

8. Ddie

9. Bolster Plate 


In a progressive die two or more operations are performed simultaneously at two or more stations with each press stroke by mounting separate sets of dies and punch. The metal is progressed from one station to other. Figure shows progressive punching and blanking die .The sheet metal is fed into the first die where a hole is pierced by piercing die set in first cutting stroke of ram. The plate is then advanced in next station. In the second stroke of ram the pilot enters into the pierced hole and correctly locate it while the blanking punch descend and shear the plate to form a washer

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functions of parts of progressive die:

1. Pilots: The pilot positions, the stock strip accurately and bring it into proper position for blanking and piercing operations. They act as guides during the piercing or blanking operations.

2. Stops: The stops are used for correct spacing of the sheet metal as it is fed below the punch to give the greatest output in given length of the plate.

3. Stripper: To remove scrap material from the punch as it cleans the die block.

4. Bolster plate : this is a thick plate secured to the press bed which is used for locating and supporting the die assembly. It is usually 5 to 12.5 cm thick.

5. Die : The function of the die to produce the work in a press operation.

6. Blanking Punch: The function of the blanking punch is to produce blank.

7. Piercing punch: The function of piercing punch is to produce punched holes into the sheet metal. 

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