Gearwrench 82278 Long Taper Punch 1/8 Inch Alloy Steel

Product Description

The GEARWRENCH 82278 is a long taper punch manufactured from alloy steel, designed for driving pins, aligning holes, and starting fasteners in metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, and maintenance applications. With an overall length of 8 inches and a 1/8-inch punch size, this tool delivers the reach and precision needed for tight or deep work areas. The alloy steel construction provides the hardness and impact resistance required for repeated hammer use without deforming the tip or shank. It is a hand tool used by mechanics, millwrights, pipefitters, and general maintenance technicians.

This long taper punch is suited for tasks that require aligning bolt holes in flanges, removing roll pins, and positioning components during assembly or disassembly. The extended 8-inch overall length gives the user clearance when working in recessed areas or around obstructions. It is a common tool in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general mechanical trades where pin and hole alignment work is routine. The 1/8-inch tip size targets smaller pins and precision alignment work.

Key Features

• 1/8-inch punch size for small-pin driving and precision hole alignment
• 8-inch overall length provides reach in deep or obstructed work areas
• Alloy steel construction resists deformation under repeated hammer impact
• Long taper geometry guides the tip smoothly into pin bores and holes
• Meets ANSI B107.48M-1998 and ASME B107.48 standards

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose long taper punch suitable for use across mechanical, fabrication, and maintenance applications requiring a 1/8-inch punch tip.

Installation Notes

Use with an appropriate ball-peen or engineer's hammer rated for punch work. Always wear eye protection when striking any punch tool. Inspect the shank and tip before each use and remove from service if mushrooming or cracking is present. No power tools or special codes apply to handheld punch use, but general shop safety practices should be followed.