Aluminum Extrusion Die Bearing Inspection and Nitride Log

Inspection and log template for aluminum extrusion window profile dies to record die bearing condition, nitriding cycles, dimensional drift, surface defects, and corrective work.

Inspection Details

• Die ID / cavity number recorded
• Press number and profile family recorded
• Inspection date and time
• Inspector name and die shop or pressroom location

Die Bearing Condition

• Bearing surfaces free of scoring, galling, and pickup
• No visible cracks, chips, or edge breakage on bearing land
• Bearing wear or polish pattern is within acceptable limit
• Bearing length and land geometry measured
• Bearing condition photo captured

Nitriding Cycle Log

• Most recent nitriding date recorded
• Number of nitriding cycles completed
• Nitriding depth or hardness result recorded
• Nitriding cycle status matches die maintenance record

Profile Quality Risk Indicators

• Observed or reported dimensional drift linked to this die
• Surface defects associated with die condition
• Profile exit surface finish acceptable for window profile production
• Die health status

Corrective Work and Release

• Corrective work performed
• Corrective action details documented
• Die released for production use
• Supervisor or die shop approval signature