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Center Punches (317 items) - Page 2

Allpax Center Pins, L, 1-11/16", PK 6 AX3512
Allpax

Center Pins, L, 1-11/16", PK 6

Zoro # G0031591
Mfr # AX3512
product price:  $70.29
/pk 6, $11.72/ea
Rennsteig Auto adjustable center punch with a hand guard RN430230
Rennsteig

Auto adjustable center punch with a hand guard

Zoro # G4740640
Mfr # RN430230
product price:  $52.19
/ea
Klein Tools 1/4-Inch Center Punch, 4-1/4-Inch Length 66310
Klein Tools

1/4-Inch Center Punch, 4-1/4-Inch Length

Zoro # G3526997
Mfr # 66310
product price:  $7.39
/ea
Band-It Center Punch Tool, 18 V, Flat CP4000-D
Band-It

Center Punch Tool, 18 V, Flat

Zoro # G003548827
Mfr # CP4000-D
product price:  $3,999.99
/ea
Stanley Prick Punch, 5-1/2 In L 16-236
Stanley

Prick Punch, 5-1/2 In L

Zoro # G2733473
Mfr # 16-236
product price:  $4.49
/ea
Starrett Center Punch, 3/16 in, 4 1/2 in, Box 264F
Starrett

Center Punch, 3/16 in, 4 1/2 in, Box

Zoro # G3193587
Mfr # 264F
product price:  $17.39
/ea
Dasco Pro Center Punch, 5/16 Tip x4-1/2" L 531
Dasco Pro

Center Punch, 5/16 Tip x4-1/2" L

Zoro # G4526392
Mfr # 531
product price:  $4.29
/ea
Mayhew Pro Center Punch, 4-1/2in L, Steel, Black Oxide 24001
Mayhew Pro

Center Punch, 4-1/2in L, Steel, Black Oxide

Zoro # G0333901
Mfr # 24001
product price:  $5.89
/ea
Hhip 6 Piece Optical Center Punch Set 8600-4118
Hhip

6 Piece Optical Center Punch Set

Zoro # G310073784
Mfr # 8600-4118
product price:  $76.99
/ea
Proskit Automatic Center Punch 900-158
Proskit

Automatic Center Punch

Zoro # G505261934
Mfr # 900-158
product price:  $14.65
/ea
Stanley Pin Punch, 3/16 x 5/16 In 16-233
Stanley

Pin Punch, 3/16 x 5/16 In

Zoro # G0754047
Mfr # 16-233
product price:  $4.65
/ea
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Mayhew

Center Punch, Steel, 5/8x6x3/8 Point

Zoro # G705311323
Mfr # 24004
product price:  $11.35
/ea
Big Horn Heavy Duty Automatic Center Punch 19230
Big Horn

Heavy Duty Automatic Center Punch

Zoro # G104395436
Mfr # 19230
product price:  $16.55
/ea
General Tools General 3/8 in. Steel Punch 1 pc 1280J
General Tools

General 3/8 in. Steel Punch 1 pc

Zoro # G1749392
Mfr # 1280J
product price:  $11.79
/ea
General Tools General 5/16 in. Steel Hollow Steel Punch 1 pc 1280H
General Tools

General 5/16 in. Steel Hollow Steel Punch 1 pc

Zoro # G1749471
Mfr # 1280H
product price:  $10.45
/ea
Proto Center Punch, S2, 5/16 x 4-5/8 In, Black J415/16S2
Proto

Center Punch, S2, 5/16 x 4-5/8 In, Black

Zoro # G0903874
Mfr # J415/16S2
product price:  $6.35
/ea
Igaging Heavy Duty Automatic Center Punch 36-S302-I
Igaging

Heavy Duty Automatic Center Punch

Zoro # G915699877
Mfr # 36-S302-I
product price:  $22.19
/ea
Starrett Center Punch 264C
Starrett

Center Punch

Zoro # G3193550
Mfr # 264C
product price:  $13.99
/ea
Stanley Nail Punch , SQUARE HEAD 4   NAIL SET 58-111
Stanley

Nail Punch , SQUARE HEAD 4 NAIL SET

Zoro # G611769652
Mfr # 58-111
product price:  $3.89
/ea
Sold in mult. of 6 for $23.34
Mayhew PUNCH CENTER  1/2 X 6" MY24003
Mayhew

PUNCH CENTER 1/2 X 6"

Zoro # G402127982
Mfr # MY24003
product price:  $7.15
/ea
Sold in mult. of 2 for $14.30
Mayhew Select Center Punch, 5 in. L, Steel, Shot Blast 74002
Mayhew Select

Center Punch, 5 in. L, Steel, Shot Blast

Zoro # G0333886
Mfr # 74002
product price:  $5.89
/ea
Flange Wizard CENTER PUNCH PIN 496-2311-L
Flange Wizard

CENTER PUNCH PIN

Zoro # G922459280
Mfr # 496-2311-L
product price:  $24.19
/ea
Gearwrench 1/4" x 5-1/2" Center Punch 82271
Gearwrench

1/4" x 5-1/2" Center Punch

Zoro # G0426295
Mfr # 82271
product price:  $7.35
/ea
Mayhew Pro Center Punch, 5 in. L, Steel, Black Oxide 24002
Mayhew Pro

Center Punch, 5 in. L, Steel, Black Oxide

Zoro # G0333895
Mfr # 24002
product price:  $7.39
/ea
Holex Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve, Tip Diameter: 2.8 mm 748000 2,8
Holex

Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve, Tip Diameter: 2.8 mm

Zoro # G811470044
Mfr # 748000 2,8
product price:  $5.69
/ea
Sold in mult. of 2 for $11.38
Holex Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve, Tip Diameter: 0.9 mm 748000 0,9
Holex

Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve, Tip Diameter: 0.9 mm

Zoro # G411469967
Mfr # 748000 0,9
product price:  $7.69
/ea
Sold in mult. of 2 for $15.38
Holex Automatic Center Punch with Pin, Overall Length: 130 mm 749400 130
Holex

Automatic Center Punch with Pin, Overall Length: 130 mm

Zoro # G211470156
Mfr # 749400 130
product price:  $35.69
/ea
Hhip Optical Punch Set & 4 Piece High Speed Steel Center Drill Set No 1-No 4 8600-4122
Hhip

Optical Punch Set & 4 Piece High Speed Steel Center Drill Set No 1-No 4

Zoro # G905639920
Mfr # 8600-4122
product price:  $83.39
/ea
Mayhew AUTOMATICE CENTER PUNCH MY17329
Mayhew

AUTOMATICE CENTER PUNCH

Zoro # G602126679
Mfr # MY17329
product price:  $31.39
/ea
Williams Williams Center Punch, 3/8 Pt, 5" P-40
Williams

Williams Center Punch, 3/8 Pt, 5"

Zoro # G6522540
Mfr # P-40
product price:  $9.19
/ea
Flexco Bolt Solid Plate Fastener Power Punch HP2 NR. 30464
Flexco

Bolt Solid Plate Fastener Power Punch

Zoro # G112939158
Mfr # HP2 NR. 30464
product price:  $72.65
/ea
Holex Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve Set, 9 Pc 748201 9
Holex

Pin Punch with Guide Sleeve Set, 9 Pc

Zoro # G311470018
Mfr # 748201 9
product price:  $48.35
/ea
General Tools Heavy-Duty Steel Automatic Center Punch Replacement Point for No. 78 punch 318-78P
General Tools

Heavy-Duty Steel Automatic Center Punch Replacement Point for No. 78 punch

Zoro # G822459823
Mfr # 318-78P
product price:  $5.99
/ea
General Tools REPLACEMENT POINT FOR No 78 GN78P
General Tools

REPLACEMENT POINT FOR No 78

Zoro # G002672837
Mfr # GN78P
product price:  $7.45
/ea
Sold in mult. of 2 for $14.90
Fowler Center Punch Set 525000150
Fowler

Center Punch Set

Zoro # G0059956
Mfr # 525000150
product price:  $18.15
/ea
Williams Williams Heavy Duty Industrial Grade Pilot Punch - Stock Size 1/4, Point Diameter 1/8", OAL: 4" JHWP-54
Williams

Williams Heavy Duty Industrial Grade Pilot Punch - Stock Size 1/4, Point Diameter 1/8", OAL: 4"

Zoro # G6520440
Mfr # JHWP-54
product price:  $8.45
/ea
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About Center Punches

Center Punches are tools used to make a small indentation or mark in a material, such as metal or wood. They are often used for marking the center of a hole that will be drilled and for creating an impression on metal parts that will later be riveted together. Center Punches can come in various shapes and sizes depending on their intended purpose.

Types of Center Punches

The most common type of Center Punch is the manual version, which requires manual pressure to create an impression. Automatic center pin punches use spring-loaded plungers to create more accurate impressions with less effort than manual versions. These punches also have adjustable pins that allow them to work with different materials.

How Center Punches are Made

Center Punches are typically made from hardened steel, brass, or aluminum and feature a sharp tip at one end and a handle at the other. The sharp tip is designed to penetrate the surface material while the handle provides leverage when pressing down on it. Some models also feature adjustable pins for creating different depths and shapes.

Industries that use Center Punches

Center Punches are commonly used by machinists, mechanics, jewelers, woodworkers, engineers, and other professionals who need precise markings on their materials. They can also be used by hobbyists who need to mark out locations for drilling holes or creating impressions in metal parts.

Find the Center Punches You Need at Zoro

Looking for a specific item? Use our robust search tool to find it by name or keyword, or use our handy filters to narrow down our full assortment. You can also check out our whole selection of Center Punches along with other tools or equipment to ensure you have all you need to tackle the job, especially if you're taking on a DIY project for the first time.

Plus, when you shop at Zoro, you'll always enjoy competitive prices on tons of great brands you know and trust. We make the shopping experience as fast and seamless as possible with free shipping on orders over $50 for registered users, Net 30 payment terms for qualifying customers, and an unparalleled customer service experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Center punches are utilized to create a small indentation, dimple, or centering point on a workpiece. This indentation serves as a precise starting point for drilling, tapping, reaming, or other machining operations, ensuring accuracy and preventing the drill bit from wandering.

Center punches come in various designs to suit specific applications. They include automatic center punches, which spring-load to deliver a precise strike; pin punches, used for marking and driving out pins; prick punches, featuring a pointed tip for making shallow marks; and spring-loaded center punches, which offer controlled force for delicate tasks.

Selecting the optimal center punch depends on the material you're working with, the size of the indentation required, and your desired level of precision. Automatic center punches are ideal for repetitive tasks or harder materials, while pin punches are suitable for delicate tasks or softer surfaces. Prick punches create shallow marks for quick centering, and spring-loaded center punches provide controlled force for fine work.

For effective center punching, ensure the workpiece is securely held and the punch tip is perpendicular to the surface. Apply firm, even pressure while striking the punch to create a clean and precise indentation. Use a suitable hammer or mallet, and for automatic center punches, adjust the spring tension for optimal force. Additionally, centering marks can be used as reference points for alignment and precise drilling.

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