Die Clinic - Tooling Help

This is a collection of free die clinic online calculators, technical articles, and trouble-shooting aids for designers, engineers, and tool makers.

Die Clearance Calculator


Determines die clearance for perforating metals, plastics, and more.

Proper Die Clearance


How much die clearance do I need?

Punch Load Calculator


Calculates compressive load on a perforating punch.

Punch Terminology


The anatomy of a stamping punch and die button.

Conversion Calculator


Converts length, force, pressure, temperature, and volume in English and metric.