Inspecting On The Edge — Understanding Punch Tip Wear

Delve into the importance of punch tip inspection in tablet manufacturing. This process is often overlooked, and traditional measuring equipment has proven inadequate in detecting wear at the edge of the punch tip. Here we highlight the comparative effectiveness of a horizontal optical comparator.

Some causes of punch tip wear include poor tablet and tool design, granulation characteristics, improper steel selection, and incorrect press set-up. This article suggests regular communication with tooling suppliers, proper tooling material selection, and frequent inspections as preventive measures. Explore strategies to detect, reduce, and prevent tip wear, such as controlling particle size, maintaining tooling condition and configuration, and ensuring accurate installation of dies. Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of inspecting for tip-edge wear and review why a horizontal optical comparator is highly recommended for efficiency and accuracy.