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Press Brake Tooling Inventory Log Worksheet

Press brake tooling is expensive and easy to misplace or overload. This worksheet is a simple register of punches and dies with the specs operators need to pick the right set and the rated load limits that keep tooling safe.

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Tool ID	Type	V opening (mm)	Angle (deg)	Length (mm)	Rated load per meter (t/m)	Max load for this segment (t)	Rack location	Last inspected	Status
						83.5
						30
						100.2
						83
						66.8

Tool count

Total tooling length (mm)

3,420

Lowest segment max load (t)

Rated load per meter must come from your tooling manufacturer's data for each specific profile. The values in the sample rows are placeholders for illustration only.

Link tooling records to your maintenance system

Optional: a short review of tooling and asset records in your ERP or CMMS.

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How to use the log

Add one row per tool or tool segment. Give every piece an ID that is also stamped or labeled on the tool. Fill in V opening for dies, angle, length, the rated load per meter from the tooling maker and the rack location. Update the status and last inspection date when you check for wear, chips or damage. Export the sheet to print for the tool crib.

Why record load ratings

Every punch and die profile has a rated maximum load per meter of length. The weakest tool in the stack sets the limit. Multiplying the rating by segment length gives the maximum load for that piece. When you form a part, the required force must stay below the lowest limit of the punch, die and adapters in use, as well as below the machine capacity.

Use manufacturer data, not guesses
Short segments carry less total load
Air bending and bottoming load differ
Check the machine rating separately

Inspection and regrind

Inspect tool tips and die shoulders for chips, galling and wear. Worn radii change bend angle and can mark parts. Record the date and status so a tool that needs regrind does not go back on the rack. Some shops schedule a quarterly check for tools in constant use, and an annual check for rarely used profiles.

Common mistakes

Shops often stack mixed tooling without checking the lowest rating. Another is losing tooling because rack locations are not recorded. Retiring a damaged tool in the log, rather than leaving it on the shelf, prevents an accident or a scrapped lot. Keep tooling IDs stable so setup sheets can refer to them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I find the rated load per meter?

It is in the tooling manufacturer's catalog or on the tool itself for many profiles. Use the data for the exact profile. If you cannot find it, contact the supplier before using the tool at high tonnage.

What does Max load for this segment mean?

It is the rated load per meter multiplied by the segment length in meters. It is the most force the segment should take. The lowest limit in the stack, and the machine rating, set the real limit.

How often should tooling be inspected?

There is no single rule. Many shops check tools visually at setup and run a recorded inspection every few months for busy tools. Follow your own procedure and the tooling maker's guidance.

Can I track more than brake tooling?

Yes. The Type column is a dropdown, and you can export to Excel and add columns for punch press turret tools or laser nozzles as needed.

If you manage tooling in an ERP or maintenance system, we can help link tool records to work orders and setup data.

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