Die Line: what are they?

A die line in die cutting refers to the outline or shape that is cut into a material using a die. The die line is typically created by a designer or engineer using specialized software, such as Esko Studio or ArtiosCAD, and is used to define the shape and size of the part that will be cut out of the material.

The die line is a vector-based file that represents the shape of the cut, and it is used to create the die, which is the physical tool that is used to cut the material. The die is typically made of metal, such as steel or magnesium, and has a sharp edge that corresponds to the shape of the die line.

The die line includes all the necessary information to create the die, like the score lines, crease lines, cut lines, etc. The die line is also used for creating a mock-up or proof of the final product, it allows to see how the final product will look like, before the final production.

In summary, the die line is a digital representation of the shape that will be cut out of a material and it is the key element in the die cutting process. It is used to create the die and ensure that the final product is accurate and consistent.