Star and moon combination tooling is a unique design where both star and moon shapes are produced on the same punch barrel. This innovative tooling allows you to create variety in your tablet production without changing punches — simply rotate the punch to switch between star and moon shapes.
EMMKAY INDUSTRIES manufactures this specialized combination tooling for confectionery and nutraceutical manufacturers who want variety packs, mixed-shape gift boxes, or themed product lines with maximum production efficiency.
Combination Tooling Specifications
| Design | Star and moon shapes on the same punch barrel |
| Typical size range | 6 – 12mm |
| Tooling standards | D tooling, B tooling, BB tooling |
| Punch type | Keyed (orientation required) |
| Embossing | Available on either or both shapes |
| Materials | EMMKAY Special Steel, OHNS, HCHC (D3), S7 |
| Coatings | Chrome, DLC, TiN, CrN |
| Price range | ₹3,000 – ₹4,000 per set |
| Minimum order | 10 sets |
This combination design eliminates the need to change punches between production runs — simply rotate the punch barrel to select the desired shape. Both shapes are manufactured on the same barrel with matching compression characteristics for consistent tablet quality. See our how to choose tooling guide for help deciding between combination and dedicated tooling.
Applications
Confectionery Variety Packs
Mixed star and moon candies in a single package — no tooling change required.
Holiday and Seasonal Products
Themed tablets for festivals, celebrations, and gift sets. Popular for Eid, Diwali, and Christmas.
Children's Vitamins
Fun mixed shapes that make vitamins more appealing to children.
Branded Product Lines
Unique shape combinations for brand differentiation on retail shelves.
For even higher output, explore our star multi-tip and moon multi-tip configurations.
Additional Information
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the star and moon combination tooling work?
Both star and moon shapes are manufactured on the same punch barrel. By rotating the punch to the correct orientation, you can select which shape to produce. This eliminates the need to change punches between production runs. See our custom tablet dies page for more on how we design combination tooling.
Can I produce both shapes simultaneously?
No, each punch produces one shape at a time. However, you can quickly switch between shapes by rotating the punch, making it ideal for producing variety packs efficiently. For simultaneous production of both shapes, load star multi-tip and moon multi-tip punches on different stations of the same press.
Are separate star and moon punches also available?
Yes. If you prefer dedicated tooling for each shape, we can manufacture separate star and moon punches. We also offer star multi-tip and moon multi-tip configurations for high-volume production.
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₹3,000 – ₹4,000 per set · Min. 10 sets
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