16oz. Ind Wood Ball Peen - Barco Industries

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Barco Industries
• Model Number: 04416
• Product Type: Ball Peen Hammer
• Head Weight: 16 ounces (1 lb)
• Overall Weight: 1.5 lbs
• Handle Material: Wood

Key Features

• Dual-Face Head: This hammer features a flat striking face and a rounded, ball-shaped peen face. The flat face is suitable for general striking, while the peen is designed for shaping and forming metal.
• Hardened Steel Head: The head is constructed from hardened steel, offering resistance to chipping and wear when striking other hard materials like punches or chisels.
• Wood Handle: The handle is made of wood, a traditional material known for absorbing vibrations and providing a comfortable grip.
• Industrial Grade Construction: Designed for demanding industrial and workshop environments, ensuring durability and consistent performance.

Applications

• Metal Shaping: Ideal for forming, shaping, and rounding off metal edges without cutting. The rounded peen face helps in spreading and thinning metal, a process known as peening.
• Riveting: Effectively used for setting and peening rivets to create secure, permanent connections between metal components.
• Striking Tools: The hardened flat face is suitable for safely striking punches, cold chisels, and other metal tools without damaging the hammer face.
• General Fabrication and Repair: A versatile tool for tasks in automotive repair, machinist work, and general metal fabrication.

Benefits

• Enhanced Durability: The hardened steel head ensures a long service life, withstanding the rigors of frequent, heavy use in industrial settings.
• Precision and Control: The balanced 16-ounce head allows for controlled and accurate impacts, which is crucial for detailed metalwork and shaping.
• Reduced Vibration: The wood handle naturally absorbs impact vibrations, helping to reduce strain on the user's hands and wrists during extended operation.
• Versatile Functionality: With both a flat and a peen face, this hammer performs a wide array of tasks from peening and riveting to striking and shaping, making it an essential tool for metalworking professionals.