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Brass drive pin punch, knurled grip, 8 in length

Starrett

Starrett B248C Brass Drive Pin Punch 1/4 in Tip 8 in L hand tool

SKU CH-8TJJ-DP8M2 MPN B248C

Brass drive pin punch with a 1/4 in flat tip and knurled grip, designed to avoid damaging softer materials

  • Product typeHand Held Punches
  • Main materialHAWA
  • Product weight0.25
  • Precision brass tip avoids marring softer materials
  • 8-inch length gives reach in tight assemblies
  • Knurled grip resists slipping during heavy strikes
  • Diameter marked on head for quick size identification
  • Weighs .25 lb for easy handling and control

Brass Drive Pin Punch for Delicate Work

The Starrett B248C is a hand-held punch designed for driving pins without damaging softer materials such as metal, plastic, or wood. Its brass construction prevents marring on finished surfaces. This tool suits technicians and hobbyists who need precise, non-marring pin removal or installation.

Knurled Grip and Stable Striking

The round shank features a knurled grip style that resists slipping during use. A flat tip and round shank help maintain alignment when struck. The punch weighs 0.25 and measures 8 in overall length, delivering controlled force without excessive vibration.

Clearly Marked Dimensions for Quick Selection

The punch diameter is clearly marked on the head for fast identification in a busy toolbox. Diameter of punches is slightly less than the listed 1/4 in tip size to ensure a proper fit. Supplied in a box, it includes no striking cap, handguard, or tether point.

How it compares

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

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarrett
Model nameB248C
Product typeHand Held Punches
Size & build
Main materialHAWA

Questions about this item

How do you start the 1/4 in tip without bending the brass punch?

Place the flat tip squarely on the pin centre, hold the knurled shank steady, and tap lightly with a brass or dead-blow hammer until the pin moves; a skewed first strike bends the softer brass.

When should the punch be replaced?

Replace it when the 1/4 in tip mushrooms, the diameter marking wears off, or the shank shows cracks — brass deforms faster than steel, so inspect after each heavy session.

What stops the punch from being used continuously on hardened steel?

Brass is softer than hardened steel; sustained driving on such material mushrooms the tip quickly and ruins the 1/4 in diameter, limiting the tool to softer metals, plastics, and wood.

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