Chronos transfer punches

[MattF]

Just wondered if anyone had some, & if they're any good? Or, any links to good ones if not.

 

[northwest]

Yes, I do sort of. Think mine were picked up at one of Chester Machine tools Open Days (Open Days, remember them?) but I think they are all a generic Ying Tong offering. I use them very seldom but when needed they are a lifesaver. I have seen them all on the various stands at the shows and they are all pretty much identical.

 

[8ob]

Just wondered if anyone had some, & if they're any good? Or, any links to good ones if not.

Probably all roll off the same production line, they last if you only give them a gentle tap. I only use them for marking and then swap over to a proper punch.

Bob

 

[optima21]

I got some from Arc Euro trade, and as Bob says they probable come off the same production line. The ones I have are undersize so they fit in the hole, but there isnt much consistency with the amount they are undersize, but I guess it depends how accurate you're needing to be.

Transfer Punch Sets - Arc Euro Trade

For punching hole centres using an existing part or template. Available in two sizes: Metric set 1-13mm x 0.5mm. Imperial set: 3/32"-17/32" x 1/64”

www.arceurotrade.co.uk

 

[Shox Dr]

I have a set of imperial and letter. If one doesn't fit the other usually does

 

[mike os]

the "cheapo" sets are all ok for what they are supposed to do.... transfer marks, not centre punch, a light tap is all they need, just enough to leave a clear mark

 

[Kram]

I use transfer screws. Also known as cone point grub screws - usable as is but could do with cutting a sharper point on lathe. The odd occasion where I have an unthreaded hole to mark they are good enough for what Im doing, I am usually marking from threaded holes.