APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DIE MOUNTING

摘要

A method and apparatus for securing dies (112) having a magnetically permeable portion such as a steel backing sheet, to a baseplate (32, 61) is disclosed. The baseplate (32, 61) includes a plurality of magnets (120) arranged in lines with at least a partial overlap. In addition, a mechanical stop (40, 64) is provided to prevent the die (12) being dislodged from the baseplate. A further securing device (68) is provided to lock the baseplate (61) relative to a mounting plate (63) which supports the baseplate (61).