{"product_id":"cylindrical-body-marking-tool-automatic-center-punch","title":"High-Carbon Steel Automatic Center Punch — Knurled Grip Precision Marking Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eGood work starts with a good mark. This high-carbon steel automatic center punch delivers a clean, slip-free indent every time — no hammer required. The spring-loaded mechanism releases consistent force at the point of contact, while the knurled grip keeps your hand steady on metal, wood, and comparable surfaces. At 128 mm long and 12.7 mm wide, it sits naturally in the hand and slips easily into any tool roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"background:#f5f0eb;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHigh-Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"background:#f5f0eb;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpring-Loaded\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"background:#f5f0eb;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2.0 mm Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"background:#f5f0eb;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKnurled Grip\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"background:#f5f0eb;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Hammer Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-top:12px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f0eb;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eImperial\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e128 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e~5.0 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e12.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e~0.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003ePunch Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e2.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-top:1px solid #e8e0d8;\"\u003e~5\/64 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:11px;color:#aaa;margin-top:8px;\"\u003eTolerance: ±0.5 mm. Sold individually — one punch per order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #ffc107;background:#fffdf0;margin:16px 0;padding:12px 16px;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;color:#5a4a00;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNot Best For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0;padding-left:18px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHardened or tempered steel (tip may deflect or damage surface)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eVery delicate or thin sheet materials where spring force may cause deformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTile, ceramic, or glass — use a dedicated carbide-tipped punch for those surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:12px;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-carbon steel body and tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver and black\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cylindrical, spring-loaded automatic punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePunch Point Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128 mm (~5.0 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.7 mm (~0.5 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knurled section for non-slip control\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring-loaded — no hammer required\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal, wood, and comparable workpiece materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × Automatic Center Punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhy This Punch\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:12px;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-carbon steel construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists wear and maintains tip sharpness through repeated use on metal and wood surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-loaded precision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers consistent impact force at the point of contact — no hammer, no guesswork, no slipping drill bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnurled grip design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured body gives confident control even in workshop conditions where hands may be dry or lightly oiled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and portable:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 128 mm, it fits in any apron pocket or tool roll — ready wherever the work takes you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean indent, every time:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2.0 mm tip creates a precise pilot mark that keeps drill bits seated from the first turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:12px;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe the body and tip with a dry or lightly oiled cloth after use to prevent surface oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Submerging in liquids or leaving in damp environments; moisture will accelerate corrosion of the carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip inspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the punch tip periodically for wear or chipping; a blunted tip reduces marking accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the spring action becomes stiff or inconsistent, a small drop of light machine oil applied to the mechanism will restore function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a dry toolbox or roll; avoid contact with other metal tools that may nick the tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this require a hammer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — it's fully automatic and spring-loaded. Press the tip firmly against your workpiece and the internal spring releases a precise strike. No mallet or hammer needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat surfaces can it be used on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetal and wood are the primary surfaces. It is not suitable for hardened steel, tile, ceramic, or glass — use a carbide-tipped punch for those materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the punch point diameter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tip is 2.0 mm in diameter, creating a clean pilot indent sized for standard drill bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the strike force adjustable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe spring mechanism delivers a consistent fixed force. This is a standard automatic punch — it does not have a user-adjustable tension setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this sold individually?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — each order includes one automatic center punch. No additional accessories are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e8e0d8;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:15px;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin-top:12px;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEach punch is packed in protective packaging to arrive in perfect working condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStandard international shipping with tracking — estimated delivery 7–21 business days depending on destination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf your item arrives damaged, photograph the damage within 24 hours of receipt and contact us immediately with your order number and photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlease inspect the tool before first use to confirm it meets your expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVAT and customs duties are prepaid on most standard-sized orders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:11px;color:#aaa;margin-top:24px;\"\u003eDimensions are approximate; tolerance ±0.5 mm. Finish colour may vary slightly from screen representations due to monitor calibration. Sold individually — one punch per order. Intended for use on metal and wood surfaces; not suitable for hardened steel, tile, ceramic, or glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Très Elite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51325325443108,"sku":"12000058823848560","price":46.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2281\/7497\/files\/S914009f3e06d4a12a4f238fc1fc6df6bU.webp?v=1788161572","url":"https:\/\/www.treselite.com\/products\/cylindrical-body-marking-tool-automatic-center-punch","provider":"Très Elite","version":"1.0","type":"link"}