EPIC
®
Rectangular Hole Punches
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. The cutting edges on the punch are sharp and can cause injury. The use of protec-
tive gloves is recommended when handling or during use.
2. The punch and die are manufactured from high grade tool steel and hardened.
Never strike these components with a hammer or other instrument, or use if cracked
or damaged. Doing so may cause pieces of the tool to break off and cause injury.
The use of approved safety goggles is recommended.
3. These hole punches are intended for use with mild steel up to 14 gauge (2.0mm)
thickness or aluminum up to 10 gauge (2.54mm). Use on other materials or thicker
materials may cause breakage of the tool and personal injury. Do not force this tool,
modify it in any way, or use it for a purpose which it is not intended.
4. Do not use this hole punch if tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
5. Keep the tool set clean and apply a light coating of oil to prevent rust and prolong
the life of the tool.
PARTS LIST
Part Number Description
Component Component Description
61U00197
3/4”x7” Draw Stud Set
1
Hex Drive Nut
2
Ball Bearing
3
Spacer
4
Draw Stud
5
Hex Counter Nut
61U00198
3/4”x7” Draw Stud (only)
4
Draw Stud
61U00199
HB6 Punch & Die Set
6
7
Die
Punch
61U00200
HB10 Punch & Die Set
61U00201
HB16 Punch & Die Set
61U00203
HB24 Punch & Die Set
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
MANUAL (wrench) OPERATION
Step 1
Determine the location for the cutout on your panel and drill a 1-1/8” diameter
pilot hole in the center of the desired opening.
Step 2
Assemble the punch unit as shown in figure 1, by threading the Counter Nut
onto the short threaded end of the Draw Stud. Then pass the Draw Stud
through the Punch and then the pilot hole in the panel. On the other side
of the panel, slide the Die over the Draw Stud (black portion up against the
panel). Then add the Spacer and Ball Bearing, and thread on the Drive Nut.
Using the alignment marks to square the die with the panel, firmly hand tight-
en the Drive Nut until all components are tightly secured as shown in figure 2.
Step 3
Using an 11/64”, size 18, or 4.3mm drill bit, drill out the four mounting screw
holes. Using a 1-1/4” hex ratchet, or other suitable wrench, tighten the Drive
Nut. This will draw the Punch through the panel and into the Die, completing
the punching operation (figure 3).
Step 4
Remove and disassemble the punch unit. The black and silver parts of the
Die can be slid apart slightly to allow the panel slug to be easily removed and
discarded.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
For Manual Operation
Order the Draw Stud Set and required
size Punch & Die Set
