Features
- Delivers up to 11 tons of force
- Punch capacity: 1/2" to 4" (split slugs for easier removal)
- Punches up to 10 gauge mild steel and 12 gauge stainless steel
- Threadless draw stud connection for punch/die setup without supporting the tool weight
- Dies contain embedded magnets for alignment on mild steel
- Inline body with 180° rotatable head for access in confined spaces
- Detent head to hold cylinder before, during, and after punch completion
- Bright LED ring to illuminate the work area
- Shoulder strap and connection ring for portability
- Chip pocket accepts Tool Connect™ chip for site asset management (chip sold separately)
- Compatible with 20V MAX battery system
Specifications
| Force Output | Up to 11 tons |
| Punch Sizes | 1/2"; 3/4"; 1"; 1-1/4"; 1-1/2"; 2"; 2-1/2"; 3"; 3-1/2"; 4" |
| Material Capacity | Up to 10 gauge mild steel; up to 12 gauge stainless steel |
| Head Rotation | 180° rotatable head |
| Body Style | Inline |
| Draw Stud | Threadless draw stud connection |
| Dies | Embedded magnets for precise punch alignment |
| Battery System | 20V MAX (includes DCB203 2Ah Li‑Ion battery and charger in kit) |
| Included Accessories | DCB203 2Ah battery; charger; USB‑C cable; Tool Connect™ chip; shoulder strap; (2) TOUGHSYSTEM® 2.0 cases; draw studs (7/16", 3/4", 1‑1/8"); punches and matching dies for 1/2"–4" |
| Asset Management | Chip pocket accepts Tool Connect™ chip (chip sold separately); compatible with Tool Connect™ Site Manager |
| Software | Crimp Connect® reported as compatible for job reporting |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty; 1 Year Free Service; 90 Days Satisfaction Guaranteed |
| Country Of Origin (Tool Only) | Made in USA with global materials |
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Cordless hydraulic knockout tool that delivers up to 11 tons of force in a compact, inline design with a 180° rotatable head. Dies use embedded magnets to hold alignment on mild steel. The kit includes punches and dies for 1/2"–4" holes and is compatible with the 20V MAX battery system.
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Business
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Stainless Retrofit for Food Trucks/Kitchens
Specialize in clean, sanitary holes in stainless worktables, hoods, and panels for pass-throughs, cable glands, and sensors. Cordless tool avoids cord clutter; schedule off-hours service to minimize downtime.
AV/HVAC Field Pass-Throughs
Partner with integrators to add 1"–4" pass-throughs in rack doors, access panels, and plenums for grommets and duct fittings. Provide on-site layout, punch, grommet installation, and documentation per spec.
Tool Rental + Operator Training
Rent the knockout kit with dies (1/2"–4") and offer a brief safety and setup course. Tiered rates (daily/weekly) plus optional operator-for-hire for complex stainless jobs; track assets via Tool Connect chip.
Creative
Luminous Dot Lamps
Punch patterned arrays of 1/2"–1-1/2" holes in mild steel or stainless sheet to create pendant lamps and sconces that project decorative light patterns. Use the embedded-magnet dies for precise repeatable spacing and the LED ring to align designs in low light.
Custom Speaker Grilles
Make retro-style speaker and amp grilles with symmetrical perforation patterns from 1/2" to 2". The clean sheared edges from the knockout deliver a professional look; finish with paint or powder coat for a boutique audio aesthetic.
Perforated Garden Screens
Create modern privacy screens and trellises by punching geometric or gradient hole patterns in 10 ga mild steel. The 180° rotatable head lets you work large panels while keeping the tool flat and accessible.
Upcycled Drum Planters & Fire Rings
Convert steel drums or water heater shells into planters and fire pit wind shields by adding drainage and ventilation holes (1/2"–1") and design accents (2"–4"). The cordless, inline body helps reach tight curves safely.
Modular Metal Pegboards
Produce heavy-duty pegboard panels with 1/2" holes on custom spacings for garages and studios. Split slugs eject easily, speeding production; add bends and flanges for standoffs and mount hooks directly.