What is it?
A tool used to make an indent in an object that allows a drill hole to be made Who uses it and why? A machinist uses it to dent in holes in a material as a marking point for drilling. What materials can they be used on? Center punches are used on sheets, rods, pieces of metal to mark a drill point How is it used? The tool is used to mark a point on a piece of metal, a crank may be used to lower the punch with enough force to indent the metal What are their distinctive features? The design consists of a long metal rod with a thinner dull end at the bottom Where can I buy it? https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-30280-Automatic-Center-Punch/dp/B000HTAH70 http://www.homedepot.com/p/General-Tools-Hardened-Steel-Center-Punch-89/202025674 How much does it cost? $10-$25 |