Starrett 5.14" x 11/16" Automatic Center Punch for Marking and Starting Holes

By: Starrett

The Starrett 18C Automatic Center Punch is the ultimate tool for machinists and carpenters alike. Crafted from heavy-duty hardened steel metal, this punch features an adjustable knurled cap that allows you to control the blow force. Measuring 5.14" x 11/16", this punch is highly rated for its customer support, build quality, design, and ease of use. Get the best center punch on the market today with the Starrett 18C Automatic Center Punch.

Key Features:

The C18 Automatic Heavy Duty Center Punch offers superior control when punching. Its knurled finger grip provides a secure hold, while the removable point allows for easy replacement. Its tempered head adds strength and durability for heavy-duty use.
93
B2B Rating
69 reviews

Review rating details

Value for money
94
Sturdiness
95
Size
96
Packaging
92
Overall satisfaction
95
Easy to use
95
Design
96
Customer support
95
Build quality
96

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Comes with an auto mechanism that helps to automatically strikes a blow when downward pressure is applied
  • Made of hardened steel that offers an extended durability
  • The pre-drilling tool allows to drill a hole at the same spot without slipping
Cons
  • Popeye arms may not operate adequately at times

Details of Starrett 5.14" x 11/16" Automatic Center Punch for Marking and Starting Holes

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ ‎: No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ ‎: 5.4 x 1.1 x 0.4 inches; 4.16 Ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ ‎: STAKF
  • Item Dimensions LxWxH: 5.4 x 1.1 x 0.4 inches
  • Date First Available ‏ ‎: August 24, 2007
  • Item model number ‏ ‎: 18C
  • Brand: Starrett
  • Sheet Count: 1
  • Customer Reviews: 4.7/5 stars of 1,618 ratings
  • National Stock Number ‏ ‎: 5120-01-430-6354
  • Center Punches: Center Punches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #21 in Center Punches
  • ASIN ‏ ‎: B000VDVR6W
  • Material: Alloy Steel

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Comments

Clarence Miears: Great product

United States on Oct 28, 2023

Joe A.: Arrived early i expect it to be bigger but damn does it pack a punch it's perfect

United States on Oct 27, 2023

Angel Hervella Vidueira: Funciona Pero Va Un Poco Duro Hay Que Apretar Mucho Pero Me Gusta

Spain on Oct 27, 2023

Kindle Customer: The 18c takes a bit of force to use but it makes a great simple in hard steel to use as a start for drilling. Wouldn’t expect anything less from Starrett.

United States on Oct 26, 2023

auldheid: Really good quality centre punch , adjustable and strong , don't waste money on cheap one's

United Kingdom on Oct 24, 2023

Webster L Aday III: The punch didn't work straight out of the box for me. Luckily I've had a few different brands and sizes of automatic center punch. My old General punch does the same thing once in a while. Unscrew it and make sure all parts are screwed in snug inside, then it will work just fine. Feels like a solid automatic punch. I have replaced the tip on my General punch with a Starrett tip in the past, so I assumed this punch would have a replaceable tip. This one does not, so you may need to dress up the tip now and again.

United States on Oct 13, 2023

Mikhail: ok

Italy on Oct 08, 2023

Jarno Käsnänen: Honestly just disappointed. Looks the part, but crunchy to use. Tried to do a bit of deburring and extra greasing, but some of the sloppy tolerances and how the spring is interacting with the mechanism are probably mostly to blame. The striking mechanism doesn't work 1/15 times or so, same as with my other two 18A-Starretts.
I honestly can't tell a significant quality upgrade to my cheapo Chinese automatic centre punch. Well, that one hasn't misfired yet actually.
I had assumed people raving about Starrett quality would mean something, but not with this product.

Germany on Sep 30, 2023

Charles Clark: This center punch tool succeeds where others fail. It is a bit pricey but it is worth every penny in my opinion. I have used this tool many times and it has not failed me yet. This is my go-to tool when I need a center punch. I threw my other one away because it did not even compare! I highly recommend this center punch tool.

United States on Sep 26, 2023

Benoit Latteux: Ressort très puissant qui m'a dans un premier temps laissé penser que mon poinçon ne marchait pas. Tout fonctionne à merveille, bonne qualité de finition, bonne puissance.

France on Sep 11, 2023

Starrett 5.14" x 11/16" Automatic Center Punch for Marking and Starting Holes Starrett Automatic Center Punch with Hardened Steel Tip for Metal Surfaces Starrett 5-Piece Center Punch Set
Starrett 5.14" x 11/16" Automatic Center Punch for Marking and Starting Holes Starrett Automatic Center Punch with Hardened Steel Tip for Metal Surfaces Starrett 5-Piece Center Punch Set
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Total Reviews 69 reviews 112 reviews 76 reviews
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ ‎ 5.4 x 1.1 x 0.4 inches; 4.16 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ ‎ STAKF
Item Dimensions LxWxH 5.4 x 1.1 x 0.4 inches ‎1 x 1.1 x 5.5 inches
Date First Available ‏ ‎ August 24, 2007
Item model number ‏ ‎ 18C
Brand Starrett ‎Starrett
Sheet Count 1 ‎1
Customer Reviews 4.7/5 stars of 1,618 ratings 4.7/5 stars of 3,352 ratings 4.8/5 stars of 1,818 ratings
National Stock Number ‏ ‎ 5120-01-430-6354
Center Punches Center Punches
Best Sellers Rank #21 in Center Punches #19,280 in Tools & Home Improvement #10 in Center Punches #96,355 in Tools & Home Improvement #36 in Center Punches
ASIN ‏ ‎ B000VDVR6W
Material Alloy Steel ‎Alloy Steel
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