How To Make Your Punches Last
The main aim of a production punch is to ensure it gives clean and accurate cuts on a range of materials, therefore they must last. In simple terms, due to the repetitive nature of their job, the best way to do this is by keeping them sharp and clean, no matter the material they're being sued on. This blog will give you tips on choosing the best punch, so you can ensure its life is extended through a range of Pearl Technologies punches.
Pick the best coating
From titanium nitride to Pearl’s very own Black pearl coating, there is a range of speciality coatings available that will make your punches last. Whether that’s to stop corrosion or make your punch more durable, it’s worth having an extra layer of protection to help them last.
Keep them stored correctly
It’s vital to keep your punches stored correctly to look after their lifespan, it’ll allow the edges to still be sharp; you don’t want to make the edges go blunt or even accidentally bend them. Never store punches with their teeth pointing down. Try storing punches in tubes, with either foam, wax or cotton to keep their sharp edges protected.
Retool with caution
When changing punches, you need to be careful, not to just prevent injuries or accidents but to ensure your punches don’t get damaged. Pearl even stocks lightning punch units that can be changed tool-free, meaning there is less chance of you damaging the punch in the process. There’s also a safety box element that will mean you don’t need to handle the punches at all.
Choose the most suitable punch
This is so important! Choosing the right punch ensures its teeth are suitable for the material you’re punching, so it’ll last. For example, in thicker materials fabricated Barracuda punches are ideal, and for thin materials like film, Piranha-toothed punches are the better option. They even offer an ORKA unit that will allow you to cut a range of hole sizes, up to 10 inches!
Use performance punches
Whilst you might want to cut prices and choose a cheaper punch, investing in a high-performance punch will pay off long-term. Did you know that Pearl’s premium fabricated toothed punches will last up to four times longer than its standard alternatives? They consist of welded mountings and can be customised to your specifications and needs. It features double-bevelled ground edges and is made up of stainless steel that will allow it to last. Similarly, they also have a range of punches that are powered by impressive laser technology, so why not consider them?
Pearl Technologies create a range of outstanding punches, many of which are customisable. They’re the specialists that make the top punches, ones that’ll last. They understand the pressure that you’re under and their punches can help you exceed your goals. By choosing their punches your punches will be cleaner and last longer.
Here at Swallow Machienry, we’re proud to stock Pearl’s punches in the UK. Our experts will work with you to find the right punch for your needs, one that will last, we even offer post-sales support! Click here to see what punches we have and here to speak to our team.
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