Mate QuickLock™ Tooling System

Mate's QuickLock™ tooling system is for Trumpf style presses that combines the economy of conventional Trumpf style tooling with the convenience of a keyed alignment ring. The keyed alignment ring engages the alignment key in the punch for quick tool alignment without an alignment fixture, resulting in quicker tool set-ups and maximum machine productivity.

Mate QuickLock™ Tooling System Features:

• High-speed steel punches for extended interval between sharpening.
• Punches include an alignment key for use with the Mate QuickLock™ alignment ring.
• Alignment ring with a keyway that engages the key on both Mate QuickLock size 1 and size 2 punches for quick and accurate tool alignment of both .
• Urethane strippers, in an extended size range, for quieter operation and improved piece part quality.
• Highly wear-resistant punches and dies.

Mate QuickLock™ Universal Alignment Ring
Precision machined keyway to accept the hardened punch key for accurate alignment, relative to the die aperture, without the need for a fixture. Precision ground upper and lower surfaces for positive contact with the punch shoulder for reduced tool stress and maximum service life. Elimination of the possibility of punch rotation, with a solid contact between the punch key and the alignment ring keyway. Shock resistant tool steel to eliminate cracking, for longer service life. Compatible with conventional, Trumpf style, size 2 punches. Universal for both Mate QuickLock size 1 and size 2 punches.
Mate QuickLock™ Punches
High-Speed Steel, for extended intervals between sharpening. Hardened and ground key for quick and accurate punch alignment. For punches with a diagonal dimension up to 2.000(50.80) the alignment pin is located on the shank. For punches with a diagonal dimension greater than 2.000(50.80) the alignment pin is located on the shoulder. 1/4-degree back taper and near polished punch flanks to reduce friction, eliminate galling and extend punch grind life. Maxima® coating or Nitride treatment available for extreme punching applications.
Mate QuickLock™ Urethane Strippers
Positive, on-the-die stripping to eliminate sheet rattle and reduce punching noise. Two types available (dependent on punch point size). Push-On Urethane Stripper Locks securely onto punch and alignment ring for reliable operation. Available for all punches with a diagonal dimension up to 2.000(50.80). Screw-On Urethane Stripper Available in two sizes: for shaped punches with width up to 0.394(10.00) and length up to 2.263(60.00), or length up to 3.000(76.20). Supplied in pairs, and fixed to the punch shoulder with a flat head screw.
Dies
Highly wear-resistant tool steel with optimized heat treatment for perfect balance of wear and toughness for maximum interval between regrinds. Up to 0.059(1.50) grind life. Double-cut die opening for improved accuracy. Uniform clearance radii in die corners for improved component edge quality. Improved die strength with domed relief to evenly distribute punching forces. Superior roundness and flatness for improved piece part quality.