Features
- Embedded magnets for attachment to mild steel to aid alignment
- Crosshairs on die surface to assist alignment
- Punches up to 10 gauge mild steel and 12 gauge stainless steel
- Laser-etched markings to identify die size
Specifications
| Opt Sku | DW-DCE600200D |
| Mpn | DCE600200D |
| Upc/Gtin | 885911796385 |
| Product Type | Knockout Punches & Dies |
| Shipping Weight | 1.04 lb |
| Die Size | 2 in |
| Punch Capacity | Up to 10 gauge mild steel; up to 12 gauge stainless steel |
| Compatibility | Designed for use with hydraulic knockout tools (e.g., 20V MAX hydraulic knockout tool, sold separately) |
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A 2 in knockout die for producing conduit holes when used with a compatible hydraulic knockout tool. It is capable of punching up to 10 gauge mild steel and 12 gauge stainless steel. The die includes magnets for attachment to mild steel, crosshair alignment marks, and laser-etched size markings.
Project Ideas
Business
On-Site Conduit Knockout Service
Offer a mobile service to electricians and facility managers: add precise 2 in knockouts to existing panels, boxes, and cabinets without removing them from service areas. The magnets and crosshairs speed alignment; the die’s capacity covers common mild/stainless enclosures when paired with a hydraulic knockout tool.
Custom Pre-Punched Plates & Backplates
Sell ready-to-install mild steel and stainless blank plates with 2 in holes for conduit, glands, or cable feed-throughs. Take CAD drawings or simple sketches, punch to spec, deburr, powder-coat, and ship. Market to automation shops, AV integrators, and makers.
Knockout Tool Rental + Micro-Training
Rent a hydraulic knockout tool bundled with the 2 in die, plus a quick training session and alignment guide. Add optional on-call support and consumables (draw studs, spacers, lubricant). Target small contractors and maintenance teams that need occasional precision knockouts.
Food Truck/Trailer Retrofit Ports
Provide retrofit services for food trucks and mobile vendors: punch 2 in feed-throughs for electrical conduit, plumbing, and ventilation ports in stainless skins and utility boxes. Fast, clean holes minimize downtime and preserve finishes.
Architectural Perforated Panels
Produce decorative panels with 2 in perforation patterns for restaurants, offices, and retail—acoustic baffles, radiator covers, privacy screens, and backlit features. Use the die’s alignment aids to maintain consistent geometry, then finish with powder coat or patina.
Creative
Porthole Lanterns
Punch 2 in circular apertures into mild steel or stainless sheet to create ‘porthole’ lanterns or sconces. Back the holes with frosted acrylic or perforated mesh and add LED candles/strips. Use the die’s magnets and crosshairs to keep a clean, repeatable grid on curved or flat surfaces; the 10 ga/12 ga capacity lets you use tough, durable metals for outdoor use.
Dot-Matrix Light Art Panel
Lay out a grid of 2 in holes across a steel panel to form letters, symbols, or constellations. Mount LED tape or bulbs behind the panel for a marquee-style, backlit sign. The crosshair alignment marks make accurate spacing fast, and the magnets help you hold position while marking/punching.
Upcycled Barrel Fire Pit/Planter
Transform steel drums or water heater shells by punching 2 in ventilation/drainage patterns. For fire pits, arrange lower-side holes for airflow; for planters, add bottom/side drainage. The knockout die’s stainless capability lets you repurpose tougher tanks and shells cleanly.
Industrial Cable Pass-Through Plates
Create decorative yet functional cable grommet plates for studios or gaming setups. Punch 2 in holes into brushed stainless or powder-coated steel and add rubber grommets for a tidy, industrial look. Crosshairs ensure centered holes on small blank plates.
Ported Mini Speaker Enclosures
Build compact steel speaker boxes with 2 in bass reflex ports. The die produces clean, burr-minimized ports in heavy-gauge steel for sturdy, resonant enclosures; add mesh grilles or 3D-printed flares for finish.