| Die sleeve inner diameter | 13 mm (~1/2 inch) |
| Die sleeve outer diameter | 45 mm (1.77 inches) |
| Typical force for quality pellets | 875-2650 lb (0.44-1.3 ton, 4.3-13 kN) |
| Die sleeve height | 50 mm (1.96 inches) |
| Assembled height with spacers (w/o powder)* | 104 mm (4 inches) |
| Assembled height no spacers (w/o powder)* | 84 mm (3.3 inches) |
| Typical max pellet length** | 25.4mm (1 inch) |
| Yield Strength Hardened Steel | 80,000 psi (550 MPa) |
| Recommended max loading (@ 50%) | 40,000 psi (275 MPa) |
| Recommended max force |
7010 lb (3.5 ton, 31 kN)
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| Typical force for quality pellets | 875-2650 lb (0.44-1.3 ton, 4.3-13 kN) |
*If making thicker pellets, the die set can operate just the same without spacers.
**Pending on the material you are pressing with and the method of loading the die set.
With your die set order we’ll include:
- Die sleeve
- Plunger rod
- 2 x spacers
- Base plate
- Aluminium release ring with cutout for viewing pellet during release
Shipping: Free fast shipping across USA and Canada
Material: D2 hardened tool steel (Rockwell hardness >C60) polished to a high tolerance fit.
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Worldwide shipping, Free to North America
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Precision Made, Individually Inspected
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High Strength Heat Treated Steel
12 to 13 mm (~1/2 inch) Pellet Die Sets are commonly used in material science for making larger KBr pellets for FTIR. If 13mm wont work for your application we also hold stock of 12.7mm and 12mm pellet press die sets.
This die is made of hardened D2 tool steel (Rockwell hardness >C60) for long lasting trouble free performance. Sleeve is polished to high tolerances to allow the hardened tool steel plunger to slide through perfectly. Plunger and spacers are made from high yield strength steel, machined and polished to high tolerance for the perfect fit. Interior surfaces ground to mirror-like finish.
Video below is of the 12 mm die set to show operation
For an animation of die assembly, powder pressing and release click here.
- Always wear googles and safety protection equipment
- Clean well after use to prevent rusting.
- Do not apply pressure beyond shown on table.
- See our tips for making perfect pellets here.
Pellet Die set for making 13 mm (~1/2 inch) pellets from powders.