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Small cylindrical steel punch with side clearance hole

General Tools & Instruments

General Tools 1/8 In. Steel Hollow Punch 1280B

SKU CH-JY4X-RT4EA

Forged-steel hollow punch cuts 1/8 in. holes in leather, rubber, canvas, cardboard, plastic, gasket material and soft sheet metals with a side clearance hole to prevent clogging

  • Product typeChisels
  • Product weight1.317
  • Cuts leather, rubber and canvas cleanly
  • 1/8 in. tip punches precise holes in soft sheet metals
  • Side clearance hole stops material jamming the punch
  • Forged steel body keeps cutting edges sharp longer
  • Weighs 1.317 for controlled one-hand use

1/8 In. Hollow Punch for Leather and Soft Metal

The General Tools 1280B is a forged-steel hollow punch sized at 1/8 in. It cuts clean holes in leather, rubber, canvas, cardboard, plastic and gasket material. The tool also works on brass, copper, aluminium and other soft sheet metals. It is aimed at hobbyists and tradespeople who need precise cut-outs in thin, pliable stock.

Forged Steel Body with Side Clearance Hole

The punch is made from forged steel to keep its cutting edge over repeated use. A side clearance hole lets punched slugs escape so they do not jam inside the barrel. This keeps the cutting face clear and reduces the effort needed to drive the tool through material. The solid steel construction resists deformation when struck with a hammer or mallet.

Single Tip Size Ready for Immediate Use

The 1280B ships as a single 1/8 in. punch with no additional tips or accessories in the package. No software or calibration is required; the tool works straight from the box. Buyers who need a range of diameters will have to purchase other sizes separately.

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

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Product typeChisels

Questions about this item

What size punch does the 1280B use to cut material?

The tip measures 1/8 inch and cuts leather, rubber, canvas, cardboard, plastic, gasket material and soft sheet metals.

What clearance does the side hole provide when punching thick stock?

A side clearance hole prevents material from lodging inside the forged steel body during use.

How do you align the 1/8 inch tip before striking the punch?

Place the tip on the mark, hold the steel body perpendicular, and strike the end squarely so the side hole can eject the slug.

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