Metal letter hand stamps are easy to use and allow users to mark static letter sequences onto various materials with little setup.
Metal letter inspection stamps come in two- and three-character configurations and are a popular marking solution for welder ID and quality control.
Ideal for low-volume applications, metal letter stamps offer users several options, such as a sharp face, low-stress full (round) character, low-stress dot character, reverse, and flat face.
These options allow users to select the style of stamp that best fits their application.
Sharp face - Sharp face characters leave a sunk impression or indent when stamped and are the most popular character style for marking metals.
Low stress - Low stress marks are created using either round characters or dot characters. This style reduces the amount of stress placed on the part during the stamping process which serves to maintain the integrity of the part. There are a number of industries (aerospace, oil and gas, piping) that specify low stress marking for all of their components.
Reverse - Typically used for stamping molds and forging dies, reverse characters read “right” on the blank, while standard characters appear backward.
Flat face - Flat face characters create a bold impression and are typically used in forging, branding applications, and hot stamping with foil.
For the majority of applications, visibility is an important factor, so metal letter stamps also come in a variety of character sizes, most commonly 3/32”, 1/8”, 5/32", 3/16”, 1/4”, and 3/8.”
The Advantages of Steel
Steel is the ideal construction material for metal letter stamps because it is highly durable. Stamps must withstand repeated striking while creating a clear impression on the material being marked.
Steel stands up very well to repeated impact and the pressure of stamping and provides users with a long service life.
Another advantage of steel stamps is the quality of the mark itself. Metal stamps create very clear, crisp, deep marks when properly used. Since the marks are clear and the surface is permanently marked, metal stamps are often used to mark parts in industrial settings.
Steel is also cost-effective, allowing users to commission custom stamps in low quantities more economically.
Can I get custom metal letter stamps?
Yes! Durable Technologies' steel stamps and marking dies are custom-engineered to identify just about any product. Every die and stamp blank we make is machined to your detailed specifications.
Our custom metal letter stamps satisfy the requirements for all kinds of marking machines, punch presses, press brakes, and other marking equipment.
The size of the shank, number of characters, character style, and logo are all customizable.
Whether you're creating intricate logos, distinctive trademarks, or personalized maker's marks, our custom metal letter stamps bring your unique vision to life.
Our custom metal letter stamps work for many diverse applications:
- Jewelry marking: Delicate stamps for precious metals
- Knifemaking: Robust stamps for lasting touchmarks
- Leather crafting: Stamps designed for clean impressions on leather
- Woodworking: Durable stamps for crisp wood imprints
Our custom metal letter stamps aren't just tools – they're extensions of your brand and craftsmanship.
Make your mark on all of your creations with these tailor-made marking solutions.
Custom Metal Letter Stamp Success Stories
C&C Metals, located in West Boylston, MA, had a problem. How would they direct part mark the end of a very expensive custom ship drive shaft and get it just right every time? Read their story here.
Oowee Products of Asheville, NC creates custom, hand-crafted, leather sleeves for mugs and other beer accessories. They were looking for a custom hand stamp letter set and that's where Durable Technologies came in. Read the story here.
Sharrow Lifting Product manufactures and sells a full line of lifting slings, rigging equipment, tie-down equipment, and other specialty lifting devices. When their old hand stamps started to chip and pieces were flying off the stamp when hit they knew they needed to find a better solution fast.Read their story here.
Learn More
- Get more information on our Marking Hammers.
- Get more information on our Hand Stamp Holders.
- Learn more about our hand stamps in the free Guide to Traditional Industrial Marking!
- Or contact us to request a quote.
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