Features
- Allows punch and die setup without the weight of the knockout tool (threadless connection)
- Punches up to 10 gauge mild steel
- Punches up to 12 gauge stainless steel
- Laser-etched markings to identify size
Specifications
| Size | 1-1/8 in |
| Compatible Tool | DCE600 20V MAX Hydraulic Knockout Tool (sold separately) |
| Connection Type | Threadless draw stud |
| Material Capacity | Up to 10 gauge mild steel; up to 12 gauge stainless steel |
| Markings | Laser etched size markings |
| Includes | (1) 1-1/8 in. Knockout Draw Stud (DCE600DS118) |
| Sku | DCE600DS118 |
| Gtin | 885911975704 |
| Warranty | Not eligible for a limited warranty (no limited warranty) |
Draw stud used with a hydraulic knockout punch system to set up the punch and die assembly without mounting the full knockout tool. Intended for forming conduit holes in thin-gauge metal when used with a compatible knockout tool (tool sold separately).
Project Ideas
Business
On-Site Conduit Knockout Service
Offer a mobile service to add 3/4 in trade-size (1-1/8 in hole) knockouts to existing electrical enclosures and panels. The threadless draw stud speeds setup and alignment, reducing downtime for electricians and facility maintenance teams.
Pre-Punched NEMA Enclosures
Sell metal enclosures with configurable 1-1/8 in knockouts for cable glands and 3/4 in conduit. Use the draw stud to rapidly fixture punch/die sets and deliver precise, repeatable layouts. Offer online templates and fast turnaround for OEMs and integrators.
Stainless Tank and Kettle Retrofits
Provide mail-in or local modification services for breweries, cafes, and homebrewers, adding 3/4 in ports to kettles, fermenters, and sinks. The system handles thin stainless (to 12 ga) cleanly, enabling valves, recirculation ports, and CIP fittings.
Rainwater System Conversion Kits
Bundle 3/4 in bulkheads, valves, and hoses with a paid punching service for drums and totes. Partner with community gardens and municipalities to host conversion events; the quick-connect draw stud helps you process high volumes safely and consistently.
Custom Cable Plates for Upfitters
Fabricate steel or stainless pass-through plates with 1-1/8 in holes and snap-in bushings for van, marine, and IT upfitters. White-label options, standardized hole patterns, and batch punching improve margins and delivery speed.
Creative
Brew Kettle Valve Mod
Punch a clean 1-1/8 in hole in a stainless stockpot to install a 3/4 in NPT weldless bulkhead and ball valve. The draw stud’s threadless setup with the hydraulic knockout tool makes precise, burr-minimized openings in thin stainless (within 12 ga) for leak-free brewing hardware.
Rain Barrel and Planter Bulkheads
Create rain barrels and self-watering planters by punching 1-1/8 in holes for 3/4 in bulkhead fittings. Add spigots, overflows, or irrigation connections in mild steel or stainless drums and panels; the laser-etched size helps avoid mix-ups during repetitive layouts.
Birdhouse Predator Guard Plates
Cut thin-gauge stainless or galvanized plates with a 1-1/8 in entrance hole and mount them over wooden birdhouse openings as predator guards. The precise knockout keeps edges consistent; add a slight deburr and you have durable, weatherproof guards.
Industrial Lighting Canopy Plates
Fabricate ceiling canopy plates or fixture bases with 1-1/8 in holes to accept 3/4 in conduit stems or strain-relief bushings. The quick setup of the draw stud enables batch production of matching plates for a cohesive, industrial look.
Cable/Grommet Pass-Through Panels
Build custom cable management panels for workshops, vans, or server closets using 1-1/8 in holes with snap-in rubber grommets. The knockout keeps holes round and clean in 10 ga mild steel for rugged pass-throughs that protect wiring.