Pin Punches: Difference between revisions
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Usually parallel but available also slightly tapered as a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drift_pin '''Drift Pin'''] to align holes together or as a specialised [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punch_(tool)#Spring_or_roll_pins '''Roll Pin Punch'''] designed to remove '''[[Pins and Clips|Roll Pins]]''' without damaging them. | |||
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* | * Choose good quality hardened and tempered steel punches to minimise the chance of their bending when struck unless there is a danger from sparks or a risk of damage to the surrounding material. | ||
* Hollow '''[[Roll Pin|Roll Pins]]''' cannot easily be punched out without damage unless a specialised '''Roll Pin Pinch''' ''(aka '''Spring Pin Punch''')'' is used. | |||
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Revision as of 11:57, 14 May 2016
Description
Pin Punches are also known as Drifts and are used to punch pins out of holes.
Uses
Usually parallel but available also slightly tapered as a Drift Pin to align holes together or as a specialised Roll Pin Punch designed to remove Roll Pins without damaging them.
DT Online Buyers' Guide
- Choose good quality hardened and tempered steel punches to minimise the chance of their bending when struck unless there is a danger from sparks or a risk of damage to the surrounding material.
- Hollow Roll Pins cannot easily be punched out without damage unless a specialised Roll Pin Pinch (aka Spring Pin Punch) is used.
