Cemented carbide cold heading dies are designed for shaping metals (particularly high-strength alloys) at room temperature under high pressure, a process that requires both excellent wear resistance and high toughness. These dies are commonly used for cold-heading fasteners like bolts, screws, rivets, and other metal components in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturing. Due to the high stresses involved, these dies must withstand impact, fatigue, and abrasive wear. However, the contradictory nature of wear resistance and toughness means careful selection of material grades to achieve a balanced combination of these properties.