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This section provides an overview for center punches as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 9 center punch manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked center punch companies as of January, 2025: 1.Veritas Tools Inc., 2.Fowler High Precision, 3.Starrett.
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A center punch is a tool used to mark the center of a hole before drilling into a material.
By striking the center punch with a hammer, a small indentation is created on the material's surface. This indentation serves as a guide for the drill bit, preventing it from slipping and ensuring accurate drilling.
Center punches are essential for tasks requiring precise hole placement, such as assembling rotating machinery like pumps. They come in various shapes and sizes, each suited to specific applications.
Center punches are versatile tools suitable for use on various materials, including metal, wood, and leather. They are primarily used for:
Center punches are specifically designed for marking purposes. Unlike pin punches, which are used to remove pins, center punches have a conical tip. They are typically made of hardened tool steel to ensure durability.
There are several types of pins, including parallel pins, tapered pins, and spring pins. In addition to punching out pins, a pin punch can also be used for insertion to push the pin firmly into the depths.
Center punches come in various types, each serving specific purposes:
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Fowler High Precision (FHP) is an American manufacturer of quality control and calibration equipment that was established in Canton, Massachusetts in 1946. From its main 78,000 sq ft manufacturing facility, the company produces various quality inspection devices including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), micrometers, bore gauges, and optical measurement systems. Their facility compound includes a calibration laboratory and warehouse, which also stocks products from other brands such as Bowers and Baty and Sylvac. FHP products are primarily used by clients in the medical, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing automation sectors.
The L.S. Starrett Company was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Athol, Massachusetts. The company is a manufacturer of industrial, professional, and consumer measuring and cutting tools to customers globally. The company has three general product segments: precision hand tools, gage blocks, and surface plates. Precision hand tools include depth gages, micrometers, squares, and over 15 other types of handheld measuring tools. Gage block offerings include individual blocks, sets, and accessories.
General Tools, founded in 1922, is a manufacturer and supplier of precision measurement and inspection tools based in the United States. The company has a wide network and offers a range of products for industries such as construction, woodworking, and engineering. They provide tradesmen, craftsmen and DIYers around the world with a broad assortment of specialized tools that enhance productivity, inspire creativity, accelerate a side hustle or simply help check items off the task list around the house. Their tools can be found in hardware, mass retail, farm/ag and specialty stores, as well as online.
Veritas Tools Inc., founded in Ottawa, Canada in 1985, is a manufacturer of Carving Tools, Chisels, Dowel, Tenon, and Plug Cutters. The company's product portfolio includes Drilling Jigs, Joinery Saws, Marking Tools, Scraping Tools, and Miniature Tools and it has 1250 products and more than 100 patents in lines that include woodworking planes, sharpening equipment, and marking and measuring tools. The company also provides services such as design and prototyping through machining, quality assurance, and assembly.
Ace Hardware, established in 1924 under the name Ace Stores, is an American hardware distributor with its headquarters located in Oak Brook, Illinois. The company offers a diverse selection of hardware and home improvement products, including building materials, electrical items, power tools, plumbing and garden equipment, and housewares. Ace Hardware operates as a retailer-owned cooperative which allows each store to customize its inventory and services to suit the specific needs of its local community. Ace Hardware received the J.D. Power award for "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Home Improvement Retail Stores" for the 15th time in 16 years as of 2022.
Ranking as of January 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veritas Tools Inc. |
30.0%
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| 2 | Fowler High Precision |
20.0%
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| 3 | Starrett |
20.0%
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| 4 | KEN'S CUSTOM IRON |
10.0%
|
| 5 | General Tools & Instruments LLC. |
8.0%
|
| 6 | ALLY Tools and Parts. |
4.0%
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| 7 | Reid Supply |
4.0%
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| 8 | KM Tools |
2.0%
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| 9 | Ace Hardware |
2.0%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the center punch page as of January 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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5 | 100.0% |
42 products found
42 products
Marumi Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
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It is a tool that combines a mold and a gripping stick. Used for standard types, etc. List price: 2,500 – 6,000 yen
Lasek Co., Ltd.
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■Features A belt punch is also called a leather punch, and is a tool that punches holes of various nominal diameters into rubber products, leather ...
TOX Presso Technique Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 12 minutes ago
Very Fast Response
TOX®-Twin Point provides protection against rotation and has increased joint strength compared to single joints. TOX®-Twin Point has excellent elec...
TOX Presso Technique Co., Ltd.
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Very Fast Response
TOX®-Round joint flange punch diameters are 1.5 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm, 26 mm (maximum). Availab...
TONE CO., LTD.
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
Fast Response
■Features - Used for positioning during drilling, etc. Mark the workpiece by hitting the head with a hammer. - For positioning during drilling, etc...
TONE CO., LTD.
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Fast Response
■Features - Both ends are gently tapered for easy insertion. Optimum hardness is achieved through heat treatment. Align the holes and temporarily s...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Standard Response
■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Standard Response
■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
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■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 12 hours ago
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■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
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■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
Standard Response
■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Hanshin Trading Co., Ltd.
100+ people viewing
Last viewed: 21 hours ago
Standard Response
■Boheme product overview Founded in 1920. Leading the world in hole punches. We are particular about quality and ideas and have acquired many paten...
Engineer
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Standard Response
■ Features ･ Auto punch that can be gently hit without a hammer. ･ You can make it forced just by pushing it in. ･ By turning the cap, you can adju...
Engineer
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Standard Response
■ Features ･ It is a necessity for accurate drilling. ■ Use ･ To the center.
Miyasaka Kogyo Co., Ltd.
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Standard Response
■ Features ・ You can easily make an air hole. ・ There is a true round hole without tearing. ・ When storing, insert the air hole cap to keep the ...
2 models listed
Lasek Co., Ltd.
50+ people viewing
Last viewed: 7 hours ago
■Features The leather bit is a leather punch that was previously used to punch holes in leather products and cloth using a hammer, but now it can b...
Marvel Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 12 hours ago
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
Screw-in type, easy hole punch. Simply place the punch vertically on each material such as leather craft material or paper craft material and push ...
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
■Product details ・Made in Germany - Comes with a hand guard made of two materials for safe work. -You can adjust the strength of the blow.
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■Product details - Used for inserting and removing taper pins and spring pins. - Comes with a resin grip that fits comfortably in your hand ■Cauti...
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Last viewed: 23 hours ago
■Product details - Used for inserting and removing taper pins and spring pins. - Comes with a resin grip that fits comfortably in your hand ■Cauti...
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Last viewed: 1 day ago
■Product details ・The grip reduces shock and vibration to the hands. ・Ideal for driving in recessed areas with a long shaft length.
Koei Trading Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 4 hours ago
■Summary ・Strength: S45C ・M22*200L,M22*250L
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■Product details ・Marking when installing optional parts of automobiles, removing strain on panels during sheet metal work ・The punch part uses S...
20+ people viewing
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■Product details ・Uses special alloy steel to ensure durability and strength. ・The surface is plated to enhance the rust prevention effect. - The...
K’s Material Co., Ltd.
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10 models listed
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■Product details -A convenient set with all major sizes in one set. -A new design that is different from conventional dowel pin punches. -The main ...
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■Product details -A convenient set with all major sizes in one set. -A new design that is different from conventional dowel pin punches. -The main ...
