Die Cutting
Overview: Precisely cutting a print piece into a unique shape or design
What is Die Cutting?
Make your print piece stand out and get it into any shape you desire. In the die-making process, a sharp, thin, metal blade is formed into a specific shape to cut out the print material. The die is then embedded into a wooden die-cutting block where the print material is fed onto the die and is pressed against the metal blade, which is known as a die cut – giving your print piece a smooth and distinctive shape.
Types of Cut-Outs
The shapes a die-cut can be warped into are limitless – circles, squares, curves, sharp corners, butterflies, family crests, you name it. It can be used to add a small detail or achieve a specific look to a print piece.
At Phillips, we have automated die-cutting lines and a variety of handfed solutions to meet your needs.
Die Cutting Print Material Options
Our specialty steel rule dies can cut a wide range of materials including: paperboard, fiberboard, foam, rubber, foil, and more.
Benefits of Die Cutting
Provides a distinctive and unique look to make your piece stand out
Precise cuts to outline any shape
Gets your potential customers to do a double-take for those crucial additional seconds
Die Cutting Capabilities
Automatic - max 29 x 41 sheet size, up to .040” thick
Handfed - Max 28 x 41 sheet size, up to .125” thick