Trento #382 Pasta Die Brass

Standard dies match a published shape and number; custom dies are machined to specific dimensions on request. The Omcan #382 Pasta Die Brass is a standard configuration, but custom alterations can be ordered with extra lead time.

As a special-order item, expect lead time beyond standard in-stock products. Build that into your operations timeline, especially if you're launching a new menu item that depends on this specific shape.

The extruder pressure setting matters more than thickness, since extruded pasta forms inside the die rather than from a rolled sheet. Start at the manufacturer's recommended motor speed and adjust based on dough consistency.

Each numbered die produces a fixed shape and size, so the answer depends on what shape #382 cuts. If you need a different size, that requires a separate die in the desired dimensions, since brass dies cannot be adjusted on the fly.

A quick purge with a small portion of dough warms the brass and seats the cut edges. In refrigerated prep rooms below 60°F, this matters more, since cold brass against warmer dough can drag and produce uneven shapes.

The die has narrow cutting channels that hold dough residue, requiring soak and soft-brush attention. The extruder housing is mostly large surfaces that wipe down quickly. Mixing the two routines either over-soaks the housing or under-cleans the die.

Yes, dedicated die racks and padded drawer inserts keep dies separated and protected from impact. Even a felt-lined drawer with dividers works. Stacking dies loose leads to scratched faces and dulled edges within months.