Tungsten Carbide Wire Drawing Dies
Coolervie manufactures tungsten carbide wire drawing dies (TC dies) for carbon steel and other ferrous wire applications, with die grades and geometry selected to match the drawing process. Combining wear resistance, toughness, and cost-effective performance, tungsten carbide dies are a practical choice for carbon steel wire, selected high-carbon steel applications, and larger-diameter wire drawing where the die grade and geometry match the production requirements.
Die specifications should be selected according to the wire material, incoming and finished diameters, reduction schedule, lubrication method, and drawing equipment. Contact Coolervie to discuss your application requirements and request a quotation for suitable tungsten carbide drawing dies.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Hole Sizes
Available hole diameters: 0.20 mm to 50 mm
Final dimensions and tolerances should be confirmed according to the wire material, drawing equipment, and application requirements.
Applications
Tungsten carbide wire drawing dies are used in ferrous wire drawing operations, including carbon steel and selected high-carbon steel applications. They can be a practical choice for larger-diameter wire and rod drawing, where the die must withstand demanding process conditions while meeting tooling cost and production requirements.
The appropriate carbide grade and die geometry depend on the wire material, incoming and finished diameters, reduction per pass, lubrication, and operating conditions. Matching these factors helps support reliable die performance throughout the drawing process.
Typical Markets
Typical applications include:
Carbon Steel Wire — For a range of wire diameters and drawing stages.
High-Carbon Steel Wire — With the carbide grade and die geometry matched to drawing loads and wear conditions.
Welding Wire — For production processes compatible with the specified carbide grade and die design.
Tire Cord Wire — For steel wire drawing applications with defined dimensional and process requirements.
ADVANTAGES
Grade-Dependent Performance
Tungsten carbide offers a balance of abrasion resistance and toughness for demanding wire drawing conditions. Actual performance depends on the carbide grade, wire material, die geometry, lubrication, and operating parameters.
Confirm Dimensions and Tolerances
Final die dimensions and tolerances can be confirmed according to the intended wire, drawing equipment, and process requirements.
Evaluate Total Operating Cost
For suitable wire and rod drawing applications, tungsten carbide can be an economical tooling choice when the die grade and design fit the process. Consider initial die cost alongside expected wear, production volume, maintenance needs, and required wire quality.