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Precision Die Cutting &
Adhesive Solutions for Global Industries

Trusted manufacturer of custom die-cut adhesive products, double-sided tapes, foam gaskets, and thermal conductive materials. Serving electronics, automotive, medical, and industrial markets worldwide since 2015.

10+
Years of Manufacturing Experience
2,000 m²
Modern Production Facility
28+ Machines
Die Cutting Equipment
100%
Full Inspection Before Shipment
Precision die cut adhesive products
70+
Skilled Employees

Your Trusted Partner in Precision Die Cutting Manufacturing

Founded in 2015, Shenzhen Fangying Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional precision die-cutting and adhesive material manufacturer. We specialize in precision die-cutting of double-sided tapes, VHB tapes, foam tapes, thermal conductive silicone pads, insulating sheets, custom gaskets, protective films, OCA optical adhesives, thermal management materials, copper/aluminum foils, and EMI shielding materials. Our die-cut components serve a wide range of industries including plastics, hardware, mobile phones, automotive, computers, flexible printed circuits (FPC), and industrial control.

The company is equipped with industry-leading automated die-cutting production equipment, including rotary die-cutting machines, flat-bed die-cutting machines, and laser cutting machines. We deliver proven and practical die-cut design solutions to meet your specific bonding and assembly requirements.

Teamwork, Innovation, and Excellence! Guided by our core values of "customer focus, quality first, and continuous improvement", we are committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers.

Custom Solutions
Tailored die-cut designs for your specific application needs
Fast Delivery
7-15 day lead time with rapid prototyping services
Quality Assured
ISO certified with 100% full inspection before shipment
Expert Team
30+ technicians with 6+ years of industry experience

Comprehensive Die-Cut Adhesive Solutions

We manufacture precision die-cut products using premium materials from leading brands including 3M and TESA, serving consumer electronics, automotive, medical and industrial markets worldwide.

01 Conductive EMI shielding tape die-cut strips on steel plate

Conductive Fabric & EMI Gaskets

Copper/nickel/silver-plated polyester fabric delivers flexible, low-resistance EMI shielding (60–90 dB). Conductive adhesive films use silver/copper/nickel-filled acrylic on PET, fabric, or foam carriers — available in isotropic (3-axis) or anisotropic (Z-axis) construction for both bonding and electrical continuity. Engineered for consumer electronics, displays, and automotive applications: EMI gaskets, grounding pads, FPC bonding, and component retention. Precision die-cut to your drawings, with configurable adhesive and non-adhesive zones for high-volume automated assembly.

60–90 dB Shielding Isotropic / Z-Axis EMI Gaskets
02 VHB acrylic foam tape die-cut parts on steel plate

VHB Acrylic Foam Tape

High-strength bonding solutions for automotive and home appliance industries. Closed-cell acrylic foam with excellent temperature resistance and water resistance.

3M 4920 3M 4930 3M 4951
03 3M Series Custom Die-Cuts

3M Series Custom Die-Cuts

High bonding strength, shock absorption, temperature and aging resistance, water and moisture resistant. Can be die-cut to any shape and size, replacing screws and rivets to simplify assembly. Ideal for electronic component mounting, nameplate bonding, automotive parts, home hardware, and plastic/metal part bonding.

Using 3M Materials Custom Shapes High Bonding
04 Roll-fed die-cut double-sided tape on steel plate

Roll-Fed Tape for Automated Assembly

Roll-form double-sided tape (also called jumbo-roll or roll-stock double-coated tape) is a pressure-sensitive adhesive tape supplied in continuous roll format. It is coated with adhesive on both sides and backed by a release liner (paper or film) on one face. Unlike precut sheets or individual die-cut pieces, its primary advantage is that it is designed for automated, high-volume production. The entire process—unwinding → lamination → die-cutting → liner rewinding—runs continuously in a single pass with minimal manual handling. It is widely used across the electronics, automotive, and home appliance industries for large-scale bonding and tape-backing operations.

Roll-Fed Pick-and-Place High-Speed
05 Thermal Conductive Materials

Thermal Conductive Materials

Thermal double-sided tapes and silicone thermal pads die-cut to specification. High thermal conductivity, low thermal resistance, and high compressibility. Flame retardant and insulating, effectively fills assembly gaps. Essential for CPU, GPU, power supplies, battery modules, LEDs, and renewable energy electronics.

Thermal Pads High Conductivity Custom Sizes
06 Polyimide PI high-temperature gold finger tape

Polyimide (PI) High-Temperature Tape

A polyimide-film-based insulating tape with a high-temperature silicone PSA. Standard thicknesses are 25 μm and 50 μm; rated −269°C to +260°C continuous, Class H, UL94 V-0, residue-free after soldering. Used for PCB gold-finger masking, SMT reflow/wave-solder protection, lithium-battery insulation, motor/transformer winding, and aerospace harnesses. Pick 25 μm for fine-pitch work, 50 μm for general insulation.

25μm / 50μm UL94 V-0 SMT / PCB
07 Custom die-cut foam gaskets in PU PORON and EVA

Custom Die-Cut Foam Gaskets

We specialize in custom die-cut foam gaskets in PU, PORON® (Rogers), and EVA. The foam is laminated with pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) on one or both sides, then precision die-cut to your drawings. Widely used for dust sealing, EMI shielding, and shock absorption in consumer electronics, wearables, and automotive electronics.

PORON® / PU / EVA Dust & EMI Seal Shock Absorption
08 PE Foam Double-Sided Tape

PE Foam Double-Sided Tape

A sealing and cushioning tape built on a closed-cell polyethylene (PE) foam backing, coated on both sides with acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA). Standard thickness: 0.15–3.0 mm. The closed-cell structure delivers IPX7 waterproofing (IPX8 for cross-linked grades). The foam compresses 20–40% to fill gaps and absorb shock, and is easily die-cut into custom gaskets and shapes. Widely used for display and battery sealing in consumer electronics, interior bonding in automotive, panel mounting in appliances, and sealing in window/door and solar PV assemblies.

IPX7 / IPX8 0.15–3.0 mm Die-Cut Gaskets
09 Removable Traceless Adhesive Pads

Removable Traceless Adhesive Pads

Removable and residue-free adhesive pads. Waterproof and high load-bearing capacity. Can be die-cut to various shapes and sizes without damaging walls. Ideal for traceless hooks, shelves, and small household item bonding. Suitable for smooth surfaces such as tiles and glass.

Removable Traceless Waterproof

Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities

Equipped with industry-leading automated production machinery to ensure precision, efficiency, and consistent quality for every order.

16-Station Rotary Die Cutting Lines

16-Station Rotary Die Cutting Lines

2 Production Lines

Multi-station rotary die cutting production lines for complex multi-process products. Enables simultaneous lamination and die-cutting of roll materials, significantly improving production efficiency for high-volume orders.

Flat-Bed Die Cutting Lines

Flat-Bed Die Cutting Lines

11 Lines | 28 Machines | 39 Laminators

Combination flat-bed die cutting lines with synchronized lamination for both roll and sheet materials. Configured to meet various production line bonding requirements across different product types and materials.

High-Precision Laser Cutting Systems

High-Precision Laser Cutting Systems

4 Laser Machine Sets

Advanced laser cutting for dense multi-hole adhesive parts and harder materials. Supports rapid small-batch production and fast prototyping with exceptional precision and consistent quality.

Slitting & Cutting Equipment

Slitting & Cutting Equipment

1.3m Wide Slitter | Auto Cutter

1.3m wide slitting machine for protective films, release films, and foam materials. Fully automatic cutting table for double-sided tapes, conductive fabrics, and high-temperature adhesives with precision width control.

Quality Testing Instruments

Quality Testing Instruments

2D Measuring | Tensile Tester | Climate Chamber

Comprehensive quality control equipment including 2D coordinate measuring instruments for dimensional inspection, tensile testers for adhesive peel strength testing, and constant temperature/humidity chambers for environmental simulation testing.

Engineering & Design Capability

Engineering & Design Capability

Senior Engineering Team

Experienced engineering design team delivering proven and practical die-cut product design solutions. We work closely with customers to optimize product geometry, material selection, and manufacturing processes for cost-effective production.

Advanced rotary die cutting machine

Precision Manufacturing at Scale

With our advanced equipment configuration and experienced team, we maintain high production capacity across various product types. Our 30+ skilled technicians each bring 6+ years of machine operation experience, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery.

Committed to Excellence in Every Product

Quality is the foundation of our business. We maintain a comprehensive quality management system with dedicated quality personnel at every stage — from incoming material inspection to in-process monitoring and final outgoing inspection. Every product we ship undergoes 100% full inspection to ensure it meets your specifications.

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System
REACH-SVHC Compliant EU Chemical Substance Regulation
SGS RoHS Compliant Restricted Substances Tested
Quality control laboratory

The Fangying Advantage

We combine advanced equipment, experienced personnel, and rigorous quality control to deliver exceptional value to our global customers.

Design Expertise

Senior engineering team delivers proven, practical die-cut design solutions tailored to your specific bonding and assembly requirements.

Quality Control

Dedicated quality personnel at every stage with professional testing equipment. 100% full inspection on all outgoing products.

Fast Delivery

Efficient order review and streamlined production planning. 7-15 day standard lead time with rapid prototyping for new projects.

Skilled Workforce

30+ experienced machine operators with at least 6 years of industry experience, supported by a rigorous assessment and training system.

From Drawing to Delivery in 5 Steps

A transparent, low-risk path from your first inquiry to mass production — with free samples and first-article inspection before any order.

1
Inquiry
Send drawings, samples or specs. Quote within 24 hours, in English.
2
Free Samples
Prototypes in 3–7 days. NDA available on request for your designs.
3
First Article
Dimensional & material verification with inspection report before ramp-up.
4
Mass Production
7–15 day lead time, 100% full inspection on every batch.
5
Global Shipping
DHL, FedEx or sea freight. RoHS & REACH docs included with shipment.

What Buyers Ask Us

The questions purchasing teams from North America and Europe ask most before placing a trial order.

What is your MOQ (minimum order quantity)?
There is no rigid MOQ. We accept trial orders as small as 500–1,000 pieces for most die-cut parts to let you validate quality and fit before commitment. MOQ drops significantly at mass-production volumes; send us your annual estimate for tiered pricing.
Can I get free samples before committing to a bulk order?
Yes. Standard stock material samples are free; custom die-cut prototypes typically take 3–7 days. You only cover international courier cost, which is deductible from your first production order.
Do you support EU compliance — RoHS, REACH, and material declarations?
All materials we process are SGS-tested RoHS compliant and REACH-SVHC compliant. We provide material declarations (SDS), COA and first-article inspection reports with every shipment. If your product requires additional certifications (UL, IATF 16949, ISO 13485), tell us at inquiry stage and we will confirm material compatibility.
How do you protect my drawings and intellectual property?
We sign your NDA before any engineering discussion and have a long-established confidentiality workflow. Drawings are restricted to your dedicated project team, tooling is labeled with your part number, and nothing developed for you is reused for other customers. We take customer privacy very seriously — all of your business materials, drawings, specifications and data are kept strictly confidential, and will never be disclosed to any third party without your written permission.
What is your typical lead time and how do you handle quality issues?
Prototype 3–7 days, standard production 7–15 days. Every order is 100% inspected before dispatch. If any incoming lot does not match your approved sample, we cover replacement freight and rework — our quality guarantee is stated on every quotation.

Technical Insights & Buying Guides

Practical engineering and sourcing advice on die-cut adhesives, gaskets, thermal materials and international compliance — written for engineers and purchasing teams.

Acrylic vs silicone adhesive tape cross-section
Material Selection

Acrylic vs Silicone Adhesive Tapes: How to Choose for Your Die-Cut Project

Temperature range, chemical resistance, release liner options and bonding surfaces — the practical trade-offs between acrylic and silicone systems.

6 min read·Material Selection
Foam gasket cross-section sealing enclosure
Material Selection

Which Foam Material Is Best for Shock Absorption & Sealing?

PU, PE, EPDM, silicone and PORON compared by compression set, temperature range and water sealing performance.

7 min read·Material Selection
PET PI foam rubber substrate samples
Material Selection

PET, PI, Foam, Rubber: Common Substrates for Precision Die Cutting

When to use polyester film, polyimide, foam or rubber — thickness, temperature and insulation properties at a glance.

5 min read·Material Selection
High temperature double-sided tape on circuit board
Material Selection

How to Select Double-Sided Tape for High-Temperature Applications

From reflow soldering to under-hood use — continuous vs peak temperature, carrier choice and failure modes to avoid.

6 min read·Material Selection
Die-cut part design blueprint with callouts
Design & Engineering

Design Guidelines for Precision Die-Cut Adhesive Parts

Wall thickness, corner radius, feature size and clearance — the design rules that keep your parts producible and cost-effective.

8 min read·DFM Guide
Caliper measuring precision die-cut tolerance
Design & Engineering

Tolerance Standards for Custom Die Cutting

What accuracy rotary, flatbed and laser cutting can realistically hold — and how to specify tolerances on your drawing.

6 min read·DFM Guide
Common die-cut design mistakes icons
Design & Engineering

Common Die-Cutting Design Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Too-narrow webs, wrong corner radii, missing release liner notes — the design errors that drive up cost and delay samples.

7 min read·DFM Guide
Kiss cutting vs through cutting cross-section
Design & Engineering

Kiss Cutting vs Through Cutting: When to Use Each Process

Die on the liner vs die through the part — automation, assembly and material selection decide which process wins.

5 min read·Process Guide

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Ready to find the perfect die-cut adhesive solution for your application? Contact us today for a free consultation and custom quote. Our engineering team is ready to help you select the right materials and optimize your design.

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Acrylic vs Silicone Adhesive Tapes: How to Choose for Your Die-Cut Project

For engineers specifying a die-cut bonding component, the choice between acrylic and silicone adhesive is rarely decided by peel strength alone. The two chemistries behave very differently on low-surface-energy plastics, under thermal cycling, and when the bonded assembly has to survive decades in the field. This guide compares them across the parameters that actually drive field failure.

1. Surface energy: the first filter

Acrylic adhesives bond best to surfaces above ~38 dynes/cm — treated metals, glass, ABS, PC and PET. On HDPE, PP, powder-coated or silicone-rubber surfaces, standard acrylic will delaminate regardless of how high the initial peel number looks on the datasheet. Silicone adhesive tolerates low-energy surfaces down to ~28 dynes/cm and is the default choice for bonding silicone keypads, rubber gaskets or fluoropolymer films.

2. Temperature range

  • Acrylic foam tapes (VHB family): continuous use typically −40 °C to +150 °C; peak exposure up to +200 °C for short cycles. Suitable for most electronics and appliance bonding.
  • Silicone adhesive tapes: continuous use from −60 °C to +260 °C, with short-term peaks past +300 °C. Required for reflow soldering fixtures, heat-resistant labels, and engine-bay assemblies.

3. Where each one wins

Choose acrylic when: you are bonding standard engineering plastics or metals, cost matters, and the assembly lives in consumer-electronics or general industrial environments. Acrylic also offers cleaner aesthetics and better conformability to textured surfaces.

Choose silicone when: the substrate is low-surface-energy, the application sees high temperature or sterilisation cycles, or you need a release liner that itself is silicone-coated without contamination. Silicone's trade-off is higher cost, lower tack on high-energy surfaces, and the risk of silicone migration that can later interfere with painting.

If you are unsure, send us the substrate, operating temperature and a sample part. Our engineering team will recommend a specific adhesive and run a free die-cut prototype within 3–7 days.

Talk to an adhesive selection engineer →

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Which Foam Material Is Best for Shock Absorption & Sealing?

Foam gaskets and cushioning pads look similar on the drawing, but choosing between PU, PE, EPDM, silicone or PORON® changes compression set, water ingress and product lifetime. Below is the decision framework our DFM engineers use when a customer sends a sealed enclosure or drop-test requirement.

1. Silicone foam

Best for wide temperature ranges (−60 °C to +200 °C continuous), UV and weather resistance, and food/medical contact. Higher cost, but the only realistic option for outdoor LED seals or appliance oven gaskets. Closed-cell grades provide excellent water sealing.

2. EPDM foam

The default for outdoor IP-rated enclosures. Good ozone and UV resistance, low water absorption, and a compression set that holds over many years. Slightly less rebound than silicone at extreme temperatures, but typically 30–40% cheaper.

3. PU (polyurethane) foam, including PORON® grades

Excellent rebound and cushioning for drop and shock applications — used in phone battery packs, keypads and display bezel seals. Closed-cell PU resists dust; open-cell grades are acoustic. Temperature limited to roughly −40 °C to +90 °C.

4. PE (polyethylene) foam

Lowest cost, good chemical resistance, and widely used for gasketing in consumer electronics and packaging cushioning. Higher compression set than PU or EPDM — acceptable for static seals but not for dynamic re-assembly.

Quick decision table

  • Outdoor / IP67 seal: EPDM or silicone closed-cell
  • Drop test / impact cushion: PU (PORON)
  • High temperature: silicone
  • Cost-sensitive static gasket: PE

Send us your enclosure drawing for a foam recommendation →

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PET, PI, Foam, Rubber: Common Substrates for Precision Die Cutting

The carrier film under your adhesive is often the quietest driver of performance. A double-sided tape is not just the glue — the PET or PI film sets dimensional stability, dielectric strength and temperature ceiling. Here is how the common substrates compare.

PET (polyester) film

The workhorse. 25–125 µm thicknesses, excellent dimensional stability, good electrical insulation, low cost, and a smooth surface that plays well with acrylic adhesives. The default choice for nameplate bonding, display bonding and general industrial applications. Continuous use to ~150 °C.

PI (polyimide, e.g. Kapton®)

The high-temperature specialist. Amber colour, continuous use to +260 °C, outstanding thermal stability, used in reflow pallets, EMI shielding and aerospace flex circuits. Cost is roughly 5–10× PET, so specify it only when temperature or UL flammability genuinely requires it.

Foam substrates

PU, PE or acrylic foam provide bonding plus gap-filling and stress relief in one part. Ideal when surfaces are uneven or the assembly needs vibration damping — the VHB family is the classic example.

Rubber & elastomer substrates

Neoprene, silicone, EPDM and fluorosilicone used when the part itself must seal, gasketing, or provide EMI shielding. Usually die-cut to thickness tolerances of ±10% rather than the ±10 µm achievable on films.

How to choose

  • Bonding flat rigid parts under 150 °C → PET
  • Reflow / high-temperature / UL94 → PI
  • Gap filling / vibration damping → acrylic or PU foam
  • Sealing / EMI / weather resistance → rubber or silicone foam

Tell us your application — we will recommend a substrate →

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How to Select Double-Sided Tape for High-Temperature Applications

Double-sided tape failures at high temperature usually have one root cause: the datasheet's "continuous use temperature" was confused with peak exposure, or the wrong substrate was chosen. This is the decision process we walk customers through when the application sees reflow, IR reflow, under-hood or near-heat-source conditions.

1. Separate continuous vs peak temperature

A tape rated to 150 °C continuous will survive 260 °C for 60 seconds (typical SMT reflow profile). It will not survive an hour at 200 °C. Specify both numbers on your drawing: the steady-state operating temperature and the shortest thermal cycle the part must endure.

2. Substrate picks the ceiling

  • PET carrier: good to ~150 °C continuous. Adequate for most consumer electronics.
  • Polyimide (PI) carrier: good to ~260 °C continuous, the standard for reflow and heat-barrier applications.
  • Acrylic foam (VHB): 90–150 °C depending on grade — check the specific part number, not the family.
  • Silicone adhesive: required if the temperature exceeds what even a PI carrier can take, or if you need sterilisation resistance.

3. Don't forget surface prep

High-temperature bonds fail more often from outgassing or oily contamination than from adhesive chemistry. Isopropyl alcohol cleaning and, on low-energy plastics, a corona or plasma treat step matters more at temperature than selecting a "hotter" grade.

Run a thermal cycle test on a die-cut sample before locking the BOM. We produce free prototypes so you can verify the bond in your own thermal chamber.

Request a free high-temperature sample →

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Design Guidelines for Precision Die-Cut Adhesive Parts

A die-cut part is only as producible as its drawing. Most tooling problems, part defects and cost overruns we see come from five predictable design choices. These guidelines are based on what our rotary and flat-bed dies actually cut in production, not textbook theory.

1. Minimum web and bridge width

Never design a web narrower than the material thickness (for film) or 1.5× the material thickness (for foam or rubber). A 0.1 mm PET web in a 1 mm foam part will tear on the matrix and force a re-tooling. When the part pattern has many holes, call out a minimum web on the drawing — it saves a design review cycle.

2. Inside corner radius

A razor knife cannot cut a true sharp inside corner without a radius. Specify an inside radius of at least 0.3 mm; on thick foams (≥1 mm), use 0.5 mm or larger. Sharp internal corners fracture the die steel and produce ragged edges. If a sharp corner is functionally required, plan a secondary post-punch step rather than expecting the die to do it.

3. Hole and cut-out size

The smallest reliably punched hole in film is roughly 1.5× the material thickness; in foam, 2× thickness. A 0.5 mm hole in a 1 mm foam pad will not hold tolerance and may bridge. Design holes larger than this, or switch to a rotary or laser process for micro-features.

4. Tolerance callout

Do not put ±0.05 mm on every dimension. That tolerance is achievable on flat-bed or laser cutting but not on high-speed rotary — and it doubles tooling cost. Put tight tolerances only on the critical mounting holes and assembly interfaces; leave general dimensions at ±0.15 mm (film) or ±10% thickness (foam).

5. Release liner and orientation

Specify which side faces up on the liner, the liner colour, and whether kiss-cut matrix needs grid lines for automated pickup. Missing these notes is the most common cause of a first article that does not match assembly expectations.

Send us your drawing before tooling. Our DFM team reviews it free and flags every dimension that will cost you money or delay the sample.

Request a free DFM review of your drawing →

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Tolerance Standards for Custom Die Cutting

"What tolerance can you hold?" is the most common first question on a drawing — and the answer depends on which process cuts the part. Specifying a tolerance that the process cannot economically hold either raises price or produces rejections. Below are the working tolerances our shop holds in production.

1. Rotary die cutting

High-speed, lower cost, but the die is flexible and the material stretches slightly as it feeds. Expect ±0.10–0.15 mm on parts up to 200 mm; ±0.20 mm on larger nests. Ideal for high-volume consumer electronics where absolute precision is not the deciding factor.

2. Flat-bed (steel rule) die cutting

More rigid die, tighter tolerances: ±0.08–0.10 mm on small to medium parts, ±0.15 mm on larger nests. Slower than rotary, so the sweet spot is mid-volume production and first-article verification.

3. Laser cutting

No tooling cost and the tightest tolerance: ±0.05 mm or better on flat film up to about 500 mm. The trade-off is speed, edge char on foams, and a heat-affected zone that can matter on adhesive surfaces. Best for prototypes, low-volume custom parts and micro-features.

4. Thickness tolerance is separate

Part geometry tolerance is different from material thickness. On film, thickness is controlled to the adhesive manufacturer's spec (typically ±10%). On foam, expect ±10% to ±15% thickness, which matters when the foam must fill a precise gap. Specify the material grade, not just "black foam", to lock this in.

How to write the tolerance block

  • General linear: ±0.15 mm unless otherwise noted
  • Critical holes / datum features: ±0.05–0.08 mm (laser or flat-bed)
  • Foam thickness: ±10% (specify grade)
  • Angle: ±1°

Send your drawing — we will confirm what each process can hold →

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Common Die-Cutting Design Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

After reviewing thousands of customer drawings, a small number of design errors account for most first-article surprises. If you recognise any of these on your drawing, fix it before tooling — it is cheaper than another sample round.

Mistake 1: Inside corners with zero radius

A die knife is a straight piece of steel bent to shape; it cannot produce a sharp internal corner without a radius. Expect ragged corners and broken dies if you call out 0 mm radius. Minimum 0.3 mm, preferably 0.5 mm on thick materials.

Mistake 2: Holes smaller than the rule

0.3 mm holes in 1 mm foam do not punch cleanly. The die bridge between adjacent holes also collapses if the web is under 1.5× material thickness. Either enlarge the features or switch to laser cutting.

Mistake 3: Tolerances copied from a machined part

Die cutting is not CNC machining. ±0.02 mm on every dimension forces flat-bed tooling and triples the unit cost. Reserve tight tolerances for the 2–3 dimensions that actually mate to another part; leave everything else at ±0.15 mm.

Mistake 4: No release liner specification

Leaving off liner side, colour and whether the part must stay on a carrier forces a guess. Automated assembly fails when the liner is the wrong side. Specify: "part face up on 75 µm blue PET liner, matrix grid every 50 mm".

Mistake 5: Selecting adhesive by peel strength only

A 200 oz/in peel number on the datasheet is measured on stainless steel at room temperature. On your oily PC enclosure at 85 °C the same tape may be far weaker. Specify substrate, temperature and cycle conditions — not just a peel rating.

Mistake 6: No material grade, only a brand colour

"Black foam gasket" is not a spec. The supplier will choose whatever is cheapest, and it may not match your compression or sealing requirement. Specify material family, thickness, density and a reference grade (e.g. "3M 4647 equivalent, 1.6 mm").

Most of these mistakes disappear in one drawing review. Send us your PDF — we annotate it with production notes at no charge.

Send your drawing for free DFM feedback →

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Kiss Cutting vs Through Cutting: When to Use Each Process

Kiss cutting and through cutting are not interchangeable options — they drive entirely different downstream assembly, tooling and cost. Choosing the right one at the design stage is cheaper than re-tooling after the first article.

Kiss cutting (die on the liner)

The knife cuts through the adhesive and carrier but stops cleanly on the release liner. The part stays on a continuous liner, in a fixed pitch, ready for robotic or roll-fed assembly.

  • Best for: high-volume consumer electronics, automated pick-and-place, parts that must be presented on a tape-and-reel liner.
  • Requires: tight liner thickness tolerance, accurate die depth control.
  • Watch out: thin foams can tear if the die cuts too deep; very soft materials may not release cleanly.

Through cutting (die through the part)

The knife cuts completely through adhesive, carrier and liner. The finished parts are loose, either bulk packed or on a easy-peel sheet.

  • Best for: low-to-mid volume, gaskets, foam pads, parts picked by hand, or parts where the liner is removed at final assembly.
  • Requires: a matrix (waste web) that holds the part during cut.
  • Watch out: parts move on the liner during stacking; tight pitch nests are harder than kiss-cut.

How to decide

  • Will a machine pick the part from a liner? → Kiss cut.
  • Will an operator peel and place it? → Through cut is cheaper and simpler.
  • Volume > 50,000 pieces per run? → Kiss cut pays back tooling cost fast.
  • Prototype or < 5,000 pieces? → Through cut, no need for precision liner tooling.

When you send your drawing, tell us how the part will be assembled. We will recommend the process that minimises total cost, not just unit price.

Tell us your assembly process — get a process recommendation →