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 |
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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.