Dayton Lamina 6-1622-86 Die Mold Solid Sleeve

Product Description

The DAYTON LAMINA 6-1622-86 is a die mold solid sleeve designed for use in precision tooling and stamping die applications. This hardened steel sleeve provides a rigid, wear-resistant guide interface between a die post and its mating components. With a 2.5-inch inside diameter, a 3.25-inch outside diameter, and an overall length of 5.5 inches, it is dimensioned for medium-to-large die sets where accurate alignment and long service life are critical. The solid sleeve construction eliminates ball retainer components, making it suitable for applications requiring maximum load capacity and resistance to side thrust. Tool and die makers, press room technicians, and mold maintenance professionals typically install and service this type of component.

This sleeve is used in die sets and mold bases across metal stamping, forming, and progressive die operations. It fits into the leader pin or post guide assemblies of press tooling in both production and prototype environments. The 2-inch post diameter compatibility, combined with a 3.25-inch OD, suits die plates where substantial wall thickness and tight tolerances are required. Applications span automotive, aerospace, and general metal fabrication shops running mechanical or hydraulic presses.

Key Features

• Hardened steel construction for extended wear resistance under high-cycle press conditions
• Solid sleeve design supports maximum radial load without ball or bearing elements
• 2.5-inch inside diameter sized for precise post-to-sleeve fit
• 3.25-inch outside diameter provides substantial wall thickness for die plate retention
• 5.5-inch overall length accommodates standard die set plate thicknesses

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement solid sleeve for die sets and mold bases requiring a 2.5-inch ID, 2-inch post diameter, and 3.25-inch OD hardened steel guide sleeve.

Installation Notes

Installation of die mold sleeves should be performed by qualified tool and die makers or press room technicians following applicable shop safety procedures. Press the sleeve into the die plate bore using a hydraulic or arbor press to the proper seating depth - never drive it with impact blows that could distort the bore. Power down and lockout the press before performing any die set maintenance or sleeve replacement. Verify bore and sleeve diameters with precision gauging before pressing to ensure proper interference fit.