--- product_id: 31118051 title: "Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch, 5\" Length, 9/16\" Punch Diameter" brand: "starrett" price: "€ 78.10" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Starrett" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/31118051-starrett-steel-automatic-center-punch-5-length-9-16-punch store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # Adjustable force for precision on any material 9/16" punch diameter for versatile marking 5" length for optimal control Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch, 5" Length, 9/16" Punch Diameter **Brand:** starrett **Price:** € 78.10 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Punch Perfect Every Time — Because precision is power. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch, 5" Length, 9/16" Punch Diameter by starrett - **How much does it cost?** € 78.10 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/31118051-starrett-steel-automatic-center-punch-5-length-9-16-punch) ## Best For - starrett enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted starrett brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Crafted from corrosion-resistant alloy steel, designed to withstand over 5,000 punches without dulling. - • **Ergonomic Grip:** Lightweight 5" steel handle with knurling ensures secure hold—even with oily hands. - • **Trusted by Pros:** Ranked #13 in Center Punches with 4.7-star reviews, a must-have for serious workshop warriors. - • **Customizable Impact:** Knurled cap lets you fine-tune punch force, perfect for metals, plastics, and wood alike. - • **Effortless Precision:** Automatic internal mechanism delivers consistent strikes with every press, eliminating guesswork. ## Overview The Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch is a durable, corrosion-resistant tool featuring a 5-inch knurled steel handle and a 9/16-inch punch diameter. Its automatic internal mechanism delivers consistent, adjustable force for precise marking on metals, plastics, and wood. Trusted by professionals for reliability and longevity, it withstands thousands of strikes without losing sharpness, making it an essential precision tool for any workshop. ## Description Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch, 5" Length, 9/16" Punch Diameter | With Adjustable Stroke, Lightweight, Knurled Steel Handle, 18A: desertcart.com: Tools & Home Improvement Review: Perfect automatic punch - High quality, durable, easy to use, and does exactly what I need for a fair price. Ive used it on hardened steel, mild steel, aluminum, etc, never an issue. Knurling adds a lot of grip on it even when your hands are oily. Can't go wrong with Starrett. Review: 5,056 TOTAL PUNCHES; DURABLE, RUGGED, USA QUALITY - So let me tell you a story. I work in the automation industry for warehouses and mailing. I had to assemble 79 pulleys with flanges on both sides that needed to be pressed down and swaged. Unfortunately the tool they had does not work well at all and I had to resort to manually punching 8 points around the flange both sides to ensure it stayed properly and securely in place. That's 16 points per pulley x 79 = 1,264 hits x 3-4 hits per initial hit to ensure the material went over the flange to hold it in place. Thats a whopping total of roughly 5,056 total hits in a 8 hour shift. NOT ONCE did the punch seize up or give me any trouble. the tip still retains its sharp point and the punch still works smoothly and effortlessly compared to the junk one at my job they gave me originally that at every 3-4 presses it would seize up and not want to follow through. If this doesn't scream quality and durability then I don't know what does. Starrett know what they are doing and do it well. Fantastic tool, it won't let you down. ## Features - Heavy Duty - The Automatic Center Punch is made from steel that resists corrosion, wear and tear. It is durable and can provide users with satisfying results. - Automatic Mechanism - The Starrett Center Punch has an internal mechanism that automatically strikes a blow when downward pressure is applied, making it easy to use in any workshop application. - Adjustable Force - The force of the blow can be adjusted when used for different materials by turning the knurled cap. With this setting, it can create a perfect mark on any surface. - Precision Marking - The spring tension which regulates the blow provides a constant point with each strike, ensuring uniformity in depth and size for each setting. This makes it the perfect tool for precision marking. - Wide Range of Application - This tool can help you make a small indentation to accurately spot the location of a hole in metals, plastics, wood, and other machinable materials. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006J4Q64 | | Best Sellers Rank | #31,474 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #13 in Center Punches | | Brand | Starrett | | Brand Name | Starrett | | Color | Silver/Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,784 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00049659501209 | | Hole Count | 1 | | Item Weight | 5.4 g | | Manufacturer | STAKF | | Material | Alloy Steel | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Model | 18A | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Operation Mode | Automatic | | Part Number | 18A | | Pin Hole Diameter | 14.29 millimeters | | Sheet Count | 1 | | UPC | 723434165472 049659501209 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | One Year on defects in material and workmanship | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Starrett - **Color:** Silver/Black - **Hole Count:** 1 - **Item Weight:** 5.4 g - **Material:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch, 5" Length, 9/16" Punch Diameter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416U90Kzh6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this item made in the USA?** A: The Company that makes this tool (L.S. Starrett Co.), is based out of Athol, MA. Looks like it is a fine crafted tool that I will be passing on to my son some day. The tool itself is not stamped "Made in the USA", but is stamped with the company name and the model number. You can see the craftsmanship put into this tool. I think that you will be very happy with it. **Q: If i was only looking to purchase one size center punch wood this be a good size to go with?** A: This is the smallest of the Starrett punches. It works well on soft and thin metals as well as wood. 18c is larger and works better for harder metals and is also easier to hold. **Q: Will this work on tempered auto glass?** A: It will shatter tempered glass. **Q: Which center punch breaks Bullet proof** A: None break bullet proof glass because of how that glass is made and it thick glass hence the name “Bullet Proof”. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect automatic punch *by S***O on March 25, 2026* High quality, durable, easy to use, and does exactly what I need for a fair price. Ive used it on hardened steel, mild steel, aluminum, etc, never an issue. Knurling adds a lot of grip on it even when your hands are oily. Can't go wrong with Starrett. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5,056 TOTAL PUNCHES; DURABLE, RUGGED, USA QUALITY *by F***K on February 4, 2025* So let me tell you a story. I work in the automation industry for warehouses and mailing. I had to assemble 79 pulleys with flanges on both sides that needed to be pressed down and swaged. Unfortunately the tool they had does not work well at all and I had to resort to manually punching 8 points around the flange both sides to ensure it stayed properly and securely in place. That's 16 points per pulley x 79 = 1,264 hits x 3-4 hits per initial hit to ensure the material went over the flange to hold it in place. Thats a whopping total of roughly 5,056 total hits in a 8 hour shift. NOT ONCE did the punch seize up or give me any trouble. the tip still retains its sharp point and the punch still works smoothly and effortlessly compared to the junk one at my job they gave me originally that at every 3-4 presses it would seize up and not want to follow through. If this doesn't scream quality and durability then I don't know what does. Starrett know what they are doing and do it well. Fantastic tool, it won't let you down. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tool *by J***M on June 26, 2026* This thing's great I use the hell out of it saves me hundreds of hammer strikes ## Frequently Bought Together - Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch with Adjustable Stroke - 5" (125mm) Length, 9/16" (14mm) Punch Diameter, Lightweight, Knurled Steel Handle - 18A - Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch with Adjustable Stroke - 5-1/4" (130mm) Length, 11/16" (17mm) Punch Diameter, Lightweight, Knurled Steel Handle - 18C - Starrett Automatic Center Punch with Hardened Steel Metal - 100mm Length, 11mm Punch Diameter Tapered Point - 18AA --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/31118051-starrett-steel-automatic-center-punch-5-length-9-16-punch](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/31118051-starrett-steel-automatic-center-punch-5-length-9-16-punch) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-08-28*