{"id":8078,"date":"2015-12-21T14:05:12","date_gmt":"2015-12-21T20:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/cs\/fabrication-solutions\/special-applications-solution-bulletins\/category-3\/cluster-punching-tips-bulletin\/"},"modified":"2015-12-21T14:05:12","modified_gmt":"2015-12-21T20:05:12","slug":"cluster-punching-tips-bulletin","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/cs\/technical-resources\/punch-press-resources\/special-applications-solution-bulletins\/category-3\/cluster-punching-tips-bulletin\/","title":{"rendered":"Cluster Punching Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How a Cluster Tool Works in a Punch Press.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l3NBrp0jqag?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>The Problem:<\/h2>\n<p>Cluster tooling is an ideal way to produce repeat holes or patterns in sheet metal. By increasing the number of holes per hit, clusters are efficient, reduce costs and can help reduce machine wear and tear. Many different punch designs and cluster areas are available, providing a wide variety of punching choices. Here are techniques you can use to ensure you get the results you require.<\/p>\n<h2>The Mate Solution:<\/h2>\n<h2>Punching Force Formula:<\/h2>\n<p>For cluster punching, the maximum recommended punching force SHOULD NOT EXCEED 75% of press capacity. Use the following formula to estimate the required punching force:<\/p>\n<p>Linear Length of Cut X Material Thickness x Shear Strength = Punching Force in Tons (Metric Tons)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cLinear Length of Cut\u201d = Hole Perimeter X Number of Punches in the Cluster\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cHole Perimeter,\u201d Round Hole = 3.14 X diameter<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHole Perimeter,\u201d Shaped Hole = Sum of the lengths of the sides<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Minimum Punch Size:<\/h2>\n<p>When punching small diameter or narrow holes, check that the tools are properly sharpened and maintained. Use the following recommendations as guidelines to determine the smallest punch diameter to eliminate machine or tooling complications:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Punch-MatlRatio_Tbl-e1444332352510.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1360 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/Punch-MatlRatio_Tbl-e1444332352510.jpg\" alt=\"Punch-MatlRatio_Tbl\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The following example applies the above ratios to materials that are .078(2,0) thick to get the smallest recommended diameter punch:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/SmallestPunch_Tbl-e1444332395167.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1361 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/SmallestPunch_Tbl-e1444332395167.jpg\" alt=\"SmallestPunch_Tbl\" width=\"300\" height=\"116\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Hole Uniformity and Flatter Sheets:<\/h2>\n<p>For greater hole uniformity and flatter sheets, spread the punches to avoid punching adjacent holes in the same hit. Repeat for the necessary number of times to complete the desired pattern.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/4hits_Cluster-e1444332563815.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1362 size-full alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/09\/4hits_Cluster-e1444332563815.jpg\" alt=\"4hits_Cluster\" width=\"300\" height=\"222\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Use Fully-Guided Clusters in Challenging Applications:<\/h2>\n<p>In challenging applications or high production environments, fully-guided cluster punches are extremely helpful. The design suits small punches that benefit guiding at the tip to ensure accuracy. Fully-guided also works well for punch clusters with too few punches to provide a good punch-to-stripper guiding surface. Fully-guided cluster punches are ideal for heavy-duty service or long production runs.<\/p>\n<h2>Maxima\u2122 Coating for Long Punch Life:<\/h2>\n<p>Mate\u2019s optional Maxima\u2122 coating increases the lubricity of the punch points, helping to resist wear and ensure cleanly punched holes. In fact one Mate customer achieved over 4.1 million hits with a Mate cluster punch treated with Maxima without sharpening or maintenance!<\/p>\n<h2>Lubricate the Cluster Punches:<\/h2>\n<p>Use a good lubricant, such as vanishing oil, to reduce heat build up and prevent galling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; The Problem: Cluster tooling is an ideal way to produce repeat holes or patterns in sheet metal. By increasing the number of holes per hit, clusters are efficient, reduce costs and can help reduce machine wear and tear. Many different punch designs and cluster areas are available, providing a wide variety of punching choices. 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