The EP 04 Specimen Cutting Dies are available in a wide range of standard and custom shapes to meet your specific testing needs. These dies feature a specialized shank for easy mounting in EP 02 and EP 08 presses, while shanks for other cutting presses are also available. Proper sample preparation is essential for accurate testing results. The cutting die plays a crucial role in this process. A flawless cutting die ensures that you obtain high-quality samples, free from defects that could compromise the integrity of your material testing. Even the smallest nick in the sample can lead to inaccurate results, potentially masking the true properties of the material.