Custom Engraved Hot Stamping Brass Dies & Type Letters for Hot Foil Stamping
Overview
The die is what actually transfers your design — the machine only supplies heat and pressure. If the die is poorly engraved or the wrong hardness, you get blurred edges, uneven foil pickup and rejected parts no matter how you tune the press. We make custom brass dies and individual type letters for hot foil stamping, engraved to your artwork and matched to your machine, material and foil type.
You send us your logo or text file, we produce the die with the correct engraving depth, relief height and surface finish for your substrate. Whether you need a single logo block, a set of brass type letters for numbering and dates, or dies for curved and round parts, we can produce them to your specification.
What the Right Die Fixes
| Problem | How a Properly Engraved Die Fixes It |
|---|---|
| Faint or patchy foil transfer | Even relief height, consistent contact pressure across the design |
| Blurred edges, bleeding lines | Correct engraving depth and sharp shoulder edges |
| Die wears out fast on long runs | Hardened brass, built for repeated heat and pressure cycles |
| Letters misaligned in numbering jobs | Type letters cut to a standard height for consistent alignment |
| Die does not fit the machine holder | Made to your machine’s platen size and mounting dimensions |
Key Features
Custom Engraving to Your Artwork
- Logos, text, monograms, borders and fine-line designs engraved to your file
- Sharp shoulder edges for clean foil release and crisp boundaries
Material & Hardness
- Solid brass body, suitable for continuous heat and pressure cycles
- Hardened surface option for high-volume repeated stamping
Type Letters & Numerals
- Individual brass letters, numbers and symbols for dates, codes and serial numbers
- Cut to a uniform height for consistent alignment in multi-letter jobs
Shapes & Surfaces
- Flat rectangular dies for paper, leather and plastic
- Curved and radius dies for round parts, caps and cylindrical workpieces
- Custom sizes from small logo marks up to full platen size
Machine Compatibility
- Made to match your platen size, mounting holes and clamping system
- Works with manual, pneumatic and semi-automatic hot stamping presses
Applications
- Leather & PU Goods: wallets, belts, keychains, luggage tags, shoe trims
- Packaging: cosmetic boxes, wine boxes, gift boxes, hang tags
- Stationery: notebooks, invitations, certificates, greeting cards
- Plastic Parts: cosmetic caps, electronic housings, promotional items
- Numbering & Coding: date, batch and serial numbering with brass type letters
Why Buy From Us
We supply dies alongside our hot stamping machines, so machine, die and foil are matched from the start — no compatibility guesswork.
- Direct manufacturer, custom engraving to your exact artwork
- Guidance on relief height and engraving depth for your substrate
- Sample stamping on your material before you order, so you approve the finish
- Support with die re-orders and repeat production runs
Before you order: send us your artwork in vector format (AI, PDF, CDR or DXF) and tell us the die size, your machine model and the material you stamp on. We will confirm the specification and quote accordingly.
FAQ
Q: What artwork file format do you need?
A: Vector files are best — AI, PDF, CDR, EPS or DXF. For logos we can also work from high-resolution images, but vector gives the sharpest engraving.
Q: What is the standard engraving depth?
A: Depth depends on your material and foil. For paper and leather it is typically shallower; for plastic and hard surfaces slightly deeper. We advise based on your sample.
Q: Can you make individual brass type letters?
A: Yes. We produce single letters, numbers and symbols, cut to a standard height for consistent alignment in numbering and date coding.
Q: How do I know the die will fit my machine?
A: Send us your machine model and platen dimensions (or mounting hole layout), and we will produce the die to match.
Q: Do you make curved dies for round products?
A: Yes. Curved and radius dies are available for caps, cylindrical parts and other round workpieces. Provide the diameter and arc details.
Q: Can I get a sample stamping before ordering?
A: Yes. Send your material samples and artwork; we can run test stamping so you can check edge sharpness and foil release.
Q: How long does a custom die take to produce?
A: Lead time depends on size and complexity. Simple logo dies are quicker; large or fine-detail dies take longer. We confirm the schedule before production.
