This disc cutter set allows you to punch four distinct snake shapes from non-ferrous metal sheet. The set includes a solid 76 mm square die block and four corresponding punches, all machined from hardened carbon tool steel for durable, clean cutting.
To use, place your annealed sheet metal (up to 18 gauge) into the die, insert the matching punch, and strike firmly with a brass or nylon mallet. Using a cutting lubricant will extend the life of the cutting edges. The punches create four sizes of blank: 14.24x38.5 mm, 12.2x33.04 mm, 10.17x27.54 mm, and 8.13x22 mm.
Ideal for jewellers creating themed collections, silversmiths producing decorative elements, or crafters making unique metal components for mixed-media projects.
Block and punches are machined from hardened high-carbon tool steel.
Cuts non-ferrous sheet metal up to 18 gauge (1.02 mm).
Includes four snake punches: 38.5mm, 33.04mm, 27.54mm, and 22mm lengths.
The solid steel die block measures approximately 76 x 76 mm (3 x 3 inches).
Produces clean, repeatable snake-shaped blanks for earrings, pendants, and inlays.
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Our steel letter, number, and design punches are heat-treated to strike non-ferrous metals: silver (sterling, fine), copper, brass, bronze, aluminium, gold. Striking hardened steel will damage the face. For pewter and very soft alloys, use light strikes.
What size impression do I need?
1–2 mm for ring shanks and small pieces (initials, hallmark-style); 3–4 mm for pendant backs and signed plaques; 5 mm+ for presentation pieces and stamped jewellery components. Bigger is not always better — a clean small mark reads better than a struggle with an oversized one.
What do I strike it with?
A 1–2 lb brass mallet on a polished steel bench block. Do not use a steel hammer — it will deform the punch over time. One firm strike beats two soft ones for a clean impression.
How do I keep the punch sharp?
Polished punches stay sharp for thousands of strikes if you are hitting cleanly on a flat block. If the face starts blurring impressions, polish lightly with 600-grit emery, then a buffing mop on a polishing motor. Replace before the face deforms further.
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