Product: Cutting Rule – General Info
Available in an almost countless number of variations, National standard cutting rules are successfully used around the globe. Heights range from .250” (6.35 mm) up to and including 4.000” (101.60 mm). Tempers range from dead soft to extra hard, plus the availability of induction edge hardening and special coatings.
Point sizes from range 1/2 to 6 (.18 – 2.13 mm). Virtually any desired coil configuration, custom length, or custom bevel angle can be easily provided. Some of the most common applications of our cutting rules include die cutting, business forms and label manufacturing. In these industries, the two most used heights are .918” (23.32 mm) and .937” (23.8 mm). Many of our rules are also available in stainless steel.
52° Center Bevel
(Double Bevel or Center Face)
Center Bevel is by far the most commonly used edge style and is primarily provided in either a 42, 52 or 60 degree included angle. On National rules, the most popular angles are 52, 60 and 42 degrees. Shown above is a representation of a 52 degree edge. Edge hardening is usually recommended when employing a 42 degree bevel, due to this edge’s severe sleekness. Other custom angles are readily available.
42° Center Bevel
(Double Bevel or Center Face)
Center Bevel is by far the most commonly used edge style and is primarily provided in either a 42, 52 or 60 degree included angle. On National rules, the most popular angles are 52, 60 and 42 degrees. Shown above is a representation of a 42 degree edge (often referred to by the non-included angle or 21 degree). Edge hardening is usually recommended when employing a 42 degree bevel, due to this edge’s severe sleekness. Other custom angles are readily available.
Side Bevel
(Single Bevel or Side Face)
Used for cutting materials where a straight edge on the diecut blank is required. Also assists in ejection when release is a factor.
Long Cntr Bevel
(Double Double Bevel or Center Face Double Bevel)
Excellent for cutting thicker materials and improving product release. Also cuts with little edge crush and distortion of diecut blank
