Inch Standard Straight Regular Punches - XCN Coating

Q: What L (length) range is available for this inch straight regular punch, and how should I choose it for my tool stack?

The fixed L length range is 150 ～ 625 in . Choose the shortest practical length that still reaches the full punching depth through your insert and maintains stable engagement during cycling.

Q: How do I select the correct P dimension for the feature profile in the mold?

This series specifies a fixed P dimension range of 0.125 ～ 0.375 in . Match P to the required punch working geometry so the resulting hole/recess profile matches the cavity/core intent.

Q: Can I use this punch interchangeably with inch regular punches from legacy tooling kits?

The product is defined in an inch size format , which is intended to support easier selection and replacement in legacy press tooling kits . To confirm interchangeability, verify that both L and P match your existing tooling dimensions.

Straight Regular Punches (Inch) with XCN coating support accurate punching and dependable wear resistance in repetitive press operations. Designed for stable tool engagement and clean results.

Straight punch geometry for predictable feed alignment and steady forming
XCN coating helps reduce friction and improves tool surface durability
Inch size format supports easier selection for legacy press tooling kits
Suitable for industrial punching applications where regular punches are required

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Specifications

1 configurations available

L (Length) (in)	P Dimension (in)
150 ～ 625	0.125 ～ 0.375

Product Guide

🏭Application Scenarios+

This straight punch series is used in injection mold tooling primarily as a punching element for secondary operations such as ejector-side trimming, gate/runner secondary trimming, and feature blanking in inserts. The regular straight geometry supports predictable feed alignment when a press or in-mold punch station repeatedly cycles.

In automotive connector and terminal housings, it helps maintain consistent hole profiles through repetitive forming steps, where stable engagement reduces variation in recess depth and edge quality. The XCN coating is well-suited for these high-cycle environments because it reduces friction and supports longer punch surface durability.

In consumer and industrial enclosures, this format is commonly selected for wear-managed punching of ribs, vents, or internal features in production-run insert tooling. The inch size standard makes it easier to source and replace components in legacy tooling kits while keeping engagement stable during continuous operation.

Use for secondary trimming/blanking operations in insert tool stations
Choose when straight, regular engagement and clean results are required
Prefer XCN coating for higher wear and friction reduction

🔧Material & Process Details+

The provided specifications for this item specify inch dimensions (L and P), but do not include a steel grade, hardness (HRC), or heat-treatment state. As a result, the exact material properties, hardness level, and heat-treatment process cannot be stated from the given data.

What is defined is the XCN coating characteristic. In practice, coatings like XCN are selected to improve tool surface durability by reducing friction during repetitive punching, which can also help limit wear at the contact face.

Coating: XCN (improves wear/fretting performance under cycling)
Material grade: not specified in the provided data
Hardness & heat treatment: not specified in the provided data

📐Sizing & Selection Guide+

Select the punch length L (in) first based on the required reach through the mold insert and the depth of the punched feature. This series offers a fixed L range of 150 ～ 625 in, so choose the shortest length that still ensures full punching engagement under your stack-up conditions.

Next, match the P dimension (in) to the required punch working profile/shoulder geometry. The fixed P range is 0.125 ～ 0.375 in, so your CAD-to-tooling mapping should ensure the cross-profile created by the punch matches the cavity/core feature specification.

Match L to your insert thickness plus safe clearance for alignment during cycling
Match P to the feature’s required opening/profile geometry
Plan for tolerance stack-up at the holder, guide, and plate interfaces (tolerances are not provided here)

Configurable vs fixed: L and P are fixed specification options within the listed ranges; no adjustable dimensions are indicated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What L (length) range is available for this inch straight regular punch, and how should I choose it for my tool stack?+

The fixed L length range is 150 ～ 625 in. Choose the shortest practical length that still reaches the full punching depth through your insert and maintains stable engagement during cycling.

How do I select the correct P dimension for the feature profile in the mold?+

This series specifies a fixed P dimension range of 0.125 ～ 0.375 in. Match P to the required punch working geometry so the resulting hole/recess profile matches the cavity/core intent.

Is the XCN coating intended to improve wear or reduce friction in punching operations?+

The provided description specifically attributes performance to XCN coating, stating it helps reduce friction and improve tool surface durability. This makes it suitable for repetitive press operations where wear management is important.

Can I use this punch interchangeably with inch regular punches from legacy tooling kits?+

The product is defined in an inch size format, which is intended to support easier selection and replacement in legacy press tooling kits. To confirm interchangeability, verify that both L and P match your existing tooling dimensions.

Do the provided specifications include the steel grade and hardness (HRC) for this punch?+

No. The input data provides only dimensional specifications (L and P) and the XCN coating mention. It does not list a steel grade, hardness, or heat-treatment state.