Hardened CR-V Steel Centre Punch – Spot Dot Center Positioning
Hardened CR-V Steel Centre Punch – Spot Dot Center Positioning
Hardened CR-V Steel Centre Punch for Precise Spot Marking & Hole Positioning
Take the guesswork out of drilling with this professional-grade Centre Punch. Forged from Chrome Vanadium (CR-V) Alloy Steel combined with High Carbon Steel, this hardened punch delivers sharp, accurate indentations every time — keeping your drill bit exactly where you want it, preventing slipping and wandering on metal, wood, or plastic surfaces.
Whether you're a seasoned tradesperson or a confident DIYer, this centre punch is a workshop essential that earns its place in your toolbox.
Key Features
- Hardened CR-V Steel Construction: Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel + High Carbon Steel for exceptional durability and long-lasting edge retention
- Precise Center Marking: Creates a clean, accurate spot mark to guide drill bits and prevent wandering on all common materials
- 3 Blade/Tip Type Options: Choose the configuration that best suits your specific task and material
- Ergonomic Design: Comfortable grip profile for confident, controlled strikes
- Versatile Use: Ideal for metalwork, woodworking, automotive work, and general DIY projects
- Compact & Durable: Easy to store and carry — a reliable addition to any toolkit
Product Specifications
- Material: Chrome Vanadium (CR-V) Alloy Steel + High Carbon Steel
- Tip Options: 3 blade type variants available
- Application: Metal, wood, plastic — spot marking and hole positioning
- Brand: Qme
Why Use a Centre Punch?
A centre punch is one of the most fundamental hand tools in any workshop. By creating a small indentation at the exact target point before drilling, it dramatically improves drilling accuracy, extends drill bit life, and results in cleaner, more professional holes. For tips on safe hand tool use, visit the OSHA Hand & Power Tools Safety Guide.
Perfect For
- Metalworking and fabrication
- Automotive repair and bodywork
- Woodworking and cabinetry
- General home improvement and DIY
- Marking hole centers on sheet metal, pipes, and structural components
A dependable workshop staple — the Qme Hardened CR-V Steel Centre Punch delivers the accuracy and reliability professionals and DIYers demand, project after project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a CR-V steel centre punch used for?
A: A CR-V steel centre punch is used to create a small, precise indentation on a surface — typically metal, wood, or plastic — to mark the exact point where a drill bit should enter. This prevents the bit from slipping or wandering, ensuring accurate, clean holes every time. The Chrome Vanadium (CR-V) steel construction ensures the tip stays sharp through repeated heavy-duty use.
Q: What materials can this centre punch be used on?
A: This hardened CR-V steel centre punch is suitable for use on a wide range of materials, including metals (steel, aluminium, copper), wood, and most plastics. Its hardened tip is tough enough to mark even harder metals without losing its point.
Q: What are the 3 blade/tip type options?
A: This centre punch is available in 3 different tip/blade type configurations to suit different applications and user preferences. Please refer to the product variant selector to choose the option that best matches your specific task requirements.
Q: Is this centre punch suitable for professional use?
A: Yes. The combination of Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel and High Carbon Steel makes this centre punch a robust, professional-grade tool built to handle demanding workloads in trade, automotive, and fabrication environments, as well as everyday home DIY projects.