{"product_id":"auto-centre-punch","title":"Auto Centre Punch","description":"\u003cp\u003e• AUTO CENTRE PUNCH •\u003cbr\u003eThe auto centre punch is a practical marking tool designed for creating accurate starter marks before drilling, piercing, or setting out work. Its spring-loaded mechanism produces a controlled punch mark without needing a hammer, making it useful for jewellery making, metalworking, fabrication, and general workshop layout tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• KEY POINTS •\u003cbr\u003e[Automatic centre punch for marking drill points]\u003cbr\u003e[Spring-loaded design - no hammer required]\u003cbr\u003e[Total length: 135mm]\u003cbr\u003e[Knurled grip for control]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• MORE INFO •\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for accurate marking and layout work, this auto centre punch helps create a small indentation in metal or other suitable materials before drilling. The mark helps guide the drill bit and reduce wandering, making it easier to start holes cleanly and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spring-loaded mechanism allows the punch to be operated by pressing down on the workpiece, removing the need for a separate hammer. The knurled body provides grip and control during use, making it a useful bench tool for jewellers, students, hobbyists, and metalworkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS •\u003cbr\u003e[Product type: auto centre punch]\u003cbr\u003e[Total length: 135mm]\u003cbr\u003e[Body style: knurled grip]\u003cbr\u003e[Mechanism: spring-loaded automatic punch]\u003cbr\u003e[Use: centre marking, drilling preparation, layout work, and positioning marks]\u003cbr\u003e[Suitable applications: jewellery making, metalworking, fabrication, model making, and workshop use]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• USAGE \u0026amp; APPLICATIONS •\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for marking precise drill points on sheet metal, blanks, findings, plates, and small fabricated components. Use it before drilling to create a starter dimple that helps keep the drill bit centred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis auto centre punch is useful for jewellery making, setting out rivet holes, marking layout points, preparing metal for drilling, and general workshop alignment tasks. It is especially helpful where controlled, repeatable marks are needed without using a hammer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• CARE \u0026amp; SAFETY •\u003cbr\u003eUse on a stable work surface and keep fingers clear of the punch tip. Apply controlled pressure and test on scrap material first if accuracy or marking depth is important. Keep the punch clean and dry after use, and store with the tip protected where possible. Eye protection is recommended when marking, drilling, or working with metal components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ore Metals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47376134996130,"sku":"4T149","price":26.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0437\/5494\/6722\/files\/155_7393ffee-c1ac-403b-a523-67f4d9afaf44.jpg?v=1782905612","url":"https:\/\/ore-metals.com\/products\/auto-centre-punch","provider":"Ore Metals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}