Rotary Leather Punches
Rotary Leather Punches are a special type of heavy-duty tool used to create holes in thick leather material like belts. Designed to cut precise and uniform holes with minimal effort, rotary leather punches are generally easier to use than hand tools and specialized punches designed for punching metal or other materials.
These heavy-duty tools are equipped with a rotating head and metal cutting needles. The needles are interactively driven by the rotation of the head, which is connected to a handle that contains griping area for manual operation. Because of the rotary mechanism, these leather punches are much faster and more accurate than a traditional hand drill.
The punches typically feature a two-piece design, with a revolving head and multiple interchangeable needles of different lengths and shapes. This allows the user to punch out different sized holes and shapes with a single tool as needed. The needles are sharp and strong and can easily penetrate different types of leather material, including thick belts and strong harnesses.
When it comes to selecting the right rotary leather punch, several factors should be taken into consideration. First of all, choose a punch with a proper size that can accommodate the thickness and hardness of the material you are working with. If the needles are too short, they won’t be able to cut through the leather. Also, if the tool is too weak, it might not be able to penetrate the tough leather material.
In addition, take into account the type of needles your punch has. The available needles usually include round, square, triangle, and oval shapes, as well as various sizes. The choice of needles highly depends on the type of pattern you want to punch. Some punches come with interchangeable tips for easy needle replacement and a variety of hole sizes.
Overall, rotary leather punches are extremely powerful and reliable tools for making hole patterns in leather material, from simple round holes to intricate designs and shapes. If you frequently work with leather, these tools are definitely a must-have addition to your toolkit. While handheld leather punches tend to deteriorate after extensive use, revolve leather punches are heavy-duty and highly durable, making them ideal for use in busy leather workshops and for workshop professionals who demand the highest quality of their tools.