RW Roper Whitney Punch Kit

RW5JR RW Roper Whitney Punch Kit

The RW5JR Roper Whitney punch kit weighs five pounds and its dimensions are 10 x 8 x 4 inches. This kit includes round punch and dies in sizes 3/32”, 1/8”, 5/32, 3/16”, 7/32”, ¼”, and 9/32”.  For this model, there are eight types of additional punch and dies available for purchase separately based on the size ranges of holes.

Here are some useful features of Whitney Roper punch kits:

• The hand drilling tool is especially useful for thin metals, where it can punch holes without damaging the periphery, and it hardly takes a few seconds to do the job.
• Punch kits are useful for any projects dealing with sheet metals, whether home DIY projects or large metal sheets in workshops.
• In case of thick sheets, this hand punch tool can be used on aluminum.
• The center punch in the kit enables you to easily determine the center point for holes.
• The most basic seven-tool kit is a good deal if you deal with thin metal sheets with hole sizes from about 3/32ʺ to 9/32ʺ.
• Apart from metals you can also use these for plastic and leather sheets.
• It is extremely durable and can last for up to a couple of decades at least.

Precautions to Take When Using Punch Kits

Although hand punch tools are safe to use, it is essential that they give you the right output. Here are some quick tips to get the best output and also assure safety:

• Be sure to read the user manual when you buy a new kit.
• Make sure the width and material of the sheet matches with the specifications mentioned for the dies and punches.
• Centering of holes should be rightly done to avoid damage to the sheet.
• Using a holder when punching will enhance the safety.
• Be sure about the weight of the punches.

So, if you are looking for a punch kit, it is essential that you source it from the right supplier, and of the right brand such as Whitney Roper. At Woodward Fab, we stock a good number of such ironworker punch press kits and assist you choose the right type. We offer best prices on bulk orders. Additionally, we design and manufacture several types of high-quality industrial tools.