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Got a mechanical punch press yesterday. No model number on machine but according to pictures on internet I think it is a Whitney Jensen 129, 10 ton. That also agrees with serial number which is 129596555.
I used a punch press one time when I was in high school (40+ years ago)when I took a short part time job. Other than that My experience and knowledge of them is nil. I never would have thought I needed one of these but because of the price ($100) and the uniqueness of having one, I succumbed. It appears to be in good condition and I've punched a couple of holes in 18 gauge steel with the 1 1/4" die set that is in it. The other plus is that it is 110 volt.
So, I'm looking for a little more info. I have a range of dies from 1/8-1 3/8 round, plus a 5/16 square and 1/8 x 3/8 oval. What can I expect as to thickness of mild steel and diameter that this will punch? Also I've looked at safety concerns on the web but what other than sticking my fingers under the punch could hurt me?
Aaron in Iron Mountain MI
I used a punch press one time when I was in high school (40+ years ago)when I took a short part time job. Other than that My experience and knowledge of them is nil. I never would have thought I needed one of these but because of the price ($100) and the uniqueness of having one, I succumbed. It appears to be in good condition and I've punched a couple of holes in 18 gauge steel with the 1 1/4" die set that is in it. The other plus is that it is 110 volt.
So, I'm looking for a little more info. I have a range of dies from 1/8-1 3/8 round, plus a 5/16 square and 1/8 x 3/8 oval. What can I expect as to thickness of mild steel and diameter that this will punch? Also I've looked at safety concerns on the web but what other than sticking my fingers under the punch could hurt me?
Aaron in Iron Mountain MI