Punches

In the context of tools, punches refer to handheld tools used for various applications such as making holes, driving pins, marking or indenting materials, and removing pins or rivets. They are typically made of hardened steel and feature a pointed or flat end for specific tasks.

There are several types of punches commonly used in different industries and applications:

1. Center Punch: Used to create a small indentation or mark as a starting point for drilling or other operations.
2. Pin Punch: Designed to drive out pins, rivets, or other objects from a workpiece.
3. Prick Punch: Used for marking or making small indentations on materials.
4. Transfer Punch: Helps to transfer the location of holes from one workpiece to another.
5. Chisel Punch: Features a flat, chisel-like end used for cutting or chiseling operations.
6. Nail Punch: Specifically designed for sinking nail heads below the surface of the material.
7. Drift Punch: Used to align or enlarge holes, particularly in metal.
8. Letter and Number Punches: These punches have characters engraved on their ends and are used to mark or stamp letters, numbers, or symbols onto materials.

These are just a few examples, and there may be other specialized punches available for specific tasks or industries.