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The GearWrench 82287 Starter Punch is an essential tool engineered for professional technicians and mechanics tackling demanding pin and rivet installation and removal tasks. Constructed from durable alloy steel, this punch is designed for precision and resilience in automotive, industrial, and metalworking applications. Its specialized design allows for the initial loosening of stubborn pins and rivets, preparing them for full removal with a pin punch.

Key Features

• Durable Alloy Steel Construction: Manufactured from high-quality alloy steel for exceptional strength and long-lasting performance in rigorous environments.
• Precision Hardened Working End: Features a precision-hardened tip engineered to withstand repeated impact, ensuring prolonged tool life and consistent results.
• Softened and Tapered Striking End: The striking surface is softened and tapered, designed to reduce chipping and enhance safety during use.
• Corrosion-Resistant Finish: A phosphate coating provides enhanced durability and resistance against rust and corrosion, extending the tool's lifespan.
• Clear Identification: The ground surface finish allows for easy identification, ensuring the right tool is selected quickly for the job.
• Meets Professional Standards: This starter punch meets or exceeds ASME B107.47 specifications, confirming its quality and reliability for professional use.

Applications

The GearWrench 82287 Starter Punch is ideal for a range of professional applications. It excels at breaking loose frozen or tight pins and rivets, preparing them for subsequent removal with a pin punch. This tool is also effective for starting and installing various types of pins and rivets, making it invaluable for assembly and disassembly in vehicle maintenance, machinery repair, and general fabrication where components need to be securely fastened or carefully extracted.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: GearWrench
• Model Number: 82287
• Punch Diameter (Tip): 3/8" (0.375 in)
• Overall Length: 8" (8.0 in)
• Stock Size (Body Diameter): 3/4" (0.75 in)
• Material: Alloy Steel
• Finish: Phosphate Coated