Punch (tool)
Read in another language Watch this page Edit For punches used in punch presses, see Punching . Learn more This article has multiple issues. Please help improve it or discuss these issues on the talk page . Engraving punch A punch is a hard metal rod with a sharp tip at one end and a blunt butt end at the other, which is usually struck by a hammer . Typically, woodworkers use a ball-peen hammer to strike a punch. Use Edit Punches are used to drive objects such as nails , or to form an impression of the tip on a workpiece. Decorative punches may also be used to create a pattern or even form an image.[ citation needed ] Pin Edit Pin punch Metal pins and similar connectors are driven in or out of holes using a pin punch. For removal, first use a starter punch to loosen the pin, then use a pin punch to finish. Center Edit Centre punch A center punch is used to mark the center of a point. It is usually used to mark the center of a hole when drilling holes. A drill has the tenden...