Tap_or_Die
Cast Iron
- Joined
- Apr 4, 2014
- Location
- Oklahoma, USA
I have a production part that my engineer wants to try to make vs buy. The part is a handle for a ball valve, except using 303 stainless. Now I normally dont cry over 303 but this part is just two small operations, small enough that it might be better to punch it out vs machine.
The hole I want to punch is in 12 gage(.105")and it dim. are .309" x .195" with .062" radii in the corners. Hopefully I can punch that with almost no problem. I think it would take a little under 4 tons of pressure with a good sharp die. My only issue is finding a good arbor, or hydro press that's not going to break the bank. The harbor freight ones we have are just to weak.
Yes I could machine it no problem but being short staffed I'd rather take the fastest route. Also the part has to 90 deg bends.
Anyway, I'm open to opinions..
Tap,
The hole I want to punch is in 12 gage(.105")and it dim. are .309" x .195" with .062" radii in the corners. Hopefully I can punch that with almost no problem. I think it would take a little under 4 tons of pressure with a good sharp die. My only issue is finding a good arbor, or hydro press that's not going to break the bank. The harbor freight ones we have are just to weak.
Yes I could machine it no problem but being short staffed I'd rather take the fastest route. Also the part has to 90 deg bends.
Anyway, I'm open to opinions..
Tap,