Bending
Steel dies bend metal to shape materials for your small business or industrial shop. JT&M manufactures durable press dies for any metal forming, including thin metals and metal bars.
Cutting
Steel die sets apply slow, steady pressure for clean cuts. Die sets can be used in leatherworking, jewelry, industrial manufacturing or any application requiring consistent cuts on sheet metal, leather and other materials.
Forming
Press dies form sheet metal, metal rods or plastic using even pressure. JT&M die sets deliver consistent results for any forming application.
Punching
Die sets for a punch press are made of steel to deliver consistent results over the life of your press to punch sheet metal or leather.
Riveting
Setting rivets with an arbor press results in the highest accuracy and repeatable results. Steel die sets are made for a variety of materials, including sheet metal and leather.
Thread Cutting
Thread cutting dies allow manufacturers to cut threads cleanly without long chips clogging the die. Precision die manufacturing by JT&M produces finished threads that are sharper and less likely to deform under use.
Stainless Steel Die Sets Built for Wash-Down and Cleanroom Environments
Janesville Tool's stainless steel die sets are built for applications where frequent washdowns are required or where harsh environments could corrode the die set. The upper and lower shoes are made from 300 series stainless, and the pins and bushings are double plated, making our die sets a fit for food, medical or cleanroom applications.

Steel Die Set Features:
• 300 series stainless steel precision-ground upper and lower shoes
• Hardened & ground pins double plated for lubricity and corrosion resistance
• Hardened bushings double plated for lubricity and corrosion resistance
Steel Die Set Options:
- Arrange die set for assembly to Janesville Tool presses (add suffix -ACR)
- Special machining
- Non-standard pin lengths, specify PLCR=* (standard pin length is 6 3/4". Alternate lengths available: 4", 4 1/2", 5", 5 1/2", 6", 8", 9", 10" and 12", at $6.00 per inch. Example: a 9" pin adds $54.00.)
| Model |
D |
W |
B |
S |
PC |
PD |
PL |
WW |
W1 |
"X" |
"Y" |
RC |
| #5MDS-SS |
5 |
8 1/2 |
1 |
1 |
2 3/4 |
3/4 |
6 3/4 |
5 5/8 |
7 5/8 |
1 3/8 |
2 1/2 |
2.19 |
Shop all press tool die sets available for sale from Janesville Tool & Manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a stainless steel die set over a standard steel die set?
Stainless steel resists corrosion from regular washdowns and humid environments, which makes it the right choice for food, medical or clean room applications.
Can I get a custom pin length?
Yes. Standard pin length is 6 3/4". Alternate lengths from 4" to 12" are available at $6.00 per inch over standard.
What environments are stainless steel die sets built for?
Environments with frequent washdowns, high humidity or strict cleanliness requirements, such as food processing, medical device manufacturing and clean rooms.
Do you manufacture die sets to exact specifications?
Yes. Beyond our standard models, we manufacture to custom specifications. Tell us what you need and we'll provide a quote.
Can stainless steel die sets be arranged for assembly to a Janesville Tool press?
Yes. Add suffix -ACR to your order to have the die set arranged for assembly to a Janesville Tool press.