ASTM D1708, ASTM D2116, ASTM D4894, ASTM D4895, JIS K 7137 -2-A, JIS K 6935-2.
Specially engineered for advanced polymer and fluoropolymer testing, the IDM Cutting Die is the premier choice for extracting flawless microtensile specimens.
This specialty die is designed to handle tough, low-friction, high-performance materials, ensuring ultra-clean, micro-precise edges that eliminate stress concentration points during tensile evaluations.
Whether you are testing advanced engineering plastics or specialised fluoropolymer resins, the die ensures strict geometric compliance across key international standards

Crafted from premium tool steel, our cutting die effortlessly handles the unique shearing requirements of slick materials like PTFE and FEP, delivering the highly repeatable sample dimensions required for critical laboratory data.
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ASTM D1708 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics by Use of Microtensile Specimens
- ASTM D2116 - Standard Specification for FEP Resin Moulding and Extrusion Materials
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ASTM D4894 - Standard Specification for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Granular Moulding and Ram Extrusion Materials
- ASTM D4895 - Standard Specification for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Resin Produced From Dispersion
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JIS K7137-2-A - Plastics. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Semi-finished Products - Requirements and Designation
- JIS K6935-2 - Plastics. Fluoropolymer dispersions and moulding and extrusion materials - Preparation of test specimens and determination of properties
We can also supply custom cutting dies on request. Simply send us the size and/or testing standard you are referring to and we will be happy to help.

In laboratory testing, repeatability is everything. IDM dies help ensure:
- Consistent sample size
- Reduced testing errors
- Better inter-laboratory correlation
- Reliable quality control
Cutting Dies Tool Steel Product Photos
The photos below show the actual instrument manufactured by IDM Instruments. Appearance may vary slightly depending on configuration and options selected.

