Monode Steel Stamps: The Mark Of Excellence
Monode has over sixty years of leadership in the steel stamp industry. Our expertise in engineering, metallurgy and heat treating have made us the recognized "mark of excellence" in our field.
Monode steel stamps are crafted from only the most premium grade steels available in the marketplace today, allowing them to withstand your most challenging marking application.
Character Orientation
Normal / Right Hand
Normal character stamps, also known as "right hand stamps", are read in a normal fashion.
Reverse / Left Hand
Reverse character stamps, also known as "left hand stamps", are read in a reverse fashion.
Mark Profiles
Sharp Face
Sharp face steel stamps are general purpose stamps combining excellent legibility with strength and durability. Standard sharpness of the engraved face can range from a 60 to 90 degree included angle. Custom included angles are available upon request.
Low Stress / Aero Cut / Dot Face
Low stress steel stamps are used in applications where minimum molecular deformation of a marked component is critical. The more forgiving radiused point of entry produces a very legible impression while simultaneously spreading the impact load and reducing the possibility of stress fractures in the molecular lattice of the metal. This profile continues to be a favorite choice of the aircraft/aerospace industry.
Flat Face
Flat flace stamps have a blunt style profile which produces a shallower but wider character indentation. This wide character surface and increased character line weight are often useful if a post-marking process such as painting or powder coating is required.
Common Uses
Steel stamping is commonly used in:
- Automotive – Frame making, components, hidden VIN.
- Fluid Power – Pipe fittings, collars, valves, couplings, flanges, tags.
- Tools – Hand tools, sockets, wrenches, cutlery.