The center punch and the pin punch are useful for DIY enthusiasts to extract pins and drive in the heads of used nails. Sold individually or in sets, these tools are essential for DIYers looking to optimize the aesthetic finish of their works.
Here are some important details about the center punch:
- it is equipped with a conical head allowing DIYers to drive in the heads of nails protruding from boards;
- it has a handle that allows the user to hold it while hammering;
- the available models are numbered according to the diameter of their cylinder.
The pin punch also has some characteristics worth knowing:
- it facilitates both the insertion and extraction of pins used to lock or assemble mechanical parts, such as the one used to attach a watch strap to its case;
- it has a handle for easier grip and a rod that allows you to push the pin out of its housing;
- the rod is available in different sizes so that the user can choose the one suitable for the pin to be removed.
There are a few parameters to consider when choosing a center punch or a pin punch:
- the diameter of the tool used must match the diameter of the pin or nail to be removed or driven to avoid damaging the parts they are fixed to;
- some models are specially designed for split or elastic pins;
- the head of these tools is hardened to withstand intensive use;
- the handle should offer optimal comfort;
- some models are made from a shock-absorbing alloy.
Thus, the choice of a pin punch mainly depends on the type of pin to be inserted or removed and its diameter.
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