Punches

 

Punches (Various Types)

Category: Machine Shop

Summary: Marking and driving pins.

Punches are hand tools used for various tasks involving striking or marking materials, and "various types" is crucial because they are designed with specific shapes and purposes. Common examples include:

   Center punches: Used to create a small indentation, or "center," as a starting point for drilling.

   Pin punches: Used to drive pins or dowels into or out of holes.

   Roll pin punches: Specifically designed to install or remove roll pins, which are springy, hollow pins.

   Drift punches: Used to align holes in two or more pieces of material.

These punches are essential for accurate layout, assembly, and disassembly in metalworking, woodworking, and other trades.