General 1271Q Arch Punch 1-1/2 in Steel

Product Description

The GENERAL 1271Q is a steel arch punch designed for cutting clean, round holes in leather, gasket material, rubber, cork, felt, and similar soft materials. The arch-style head concentrates force at the cutting edge for a precise, burr-free hole. At 5.625 inches overall length, the tool provides solid hand-strike clearance and control. With a 1.5-inch punch diameter, it suits a wide range of gasketing and sealing applications common in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical trades. Licensed tradespeople and experienced technicians reach for arch punches when an exact-diameter hole is needed without a drill press or specialized tooling.

This punch is suited for bench or field use wherever gaskets, washers, or blanks must be cut from sheet stock. Typical applications include cutting replacement gaskets from sheet rubber or cork, fabricating custom washers, and punching openings in soft insulation or leather strapping. The 1.5-inch diameter is a commonly specified size for flange gaskets and access-panel grommets in residential and light commercial mechanical systems.

Key Features

• 1.5-inch punch diameter for consistent, repeatable hole size
• 5.625-inch overall length provides adequate strike surface clearance
• Steel construction for durability through repeated mallet strikes
• Arch-style punch head concentrates cutting force for clean edges
• Single-piece design with no moving parts to wear or misalign

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose arch punch for use with soft sheet materials including leather, rubber, gasket stock, cork, and felt where a 1.5-inch diameter hole is required.

Installation Notes

Strike the punch with a mallet or hammer on a firm, sacrificial backing surface such as a wood block or end-grain cutting board to protect the cutting edge. Inspect the cutting edge before each use and do not strike a dull or chipped punch, as this can deform the material rather than cut cleanly. Keep hands clear of the strike zone at all times during use.