Features
- Embedded magnets for aligning the die to mild steel
- Crosshairs on die surface to aid alignment
- Punches up to 12 gauge mild steel
- Punches up to 14 gauge stainless steel
- Laser-etched markings for size identification
- Designed for use with a 20V MAX hydraulic knockout tool (sold separately)
Specifications
| Size | 6 in. |
| Compatible Tool | 20V MAX Hydraulic Knockout Tool (sold separately) |
| Material Capacity | Up to 12 gauge mild steel; up to 14 gauge stainless steel |
| Alignment Aids | Embedded magnets (for mild steel) and crosshair alignment marks |
| Markings | Laser-etched size markings |
| Warranty | No limited warranty (product not eligible for warranty) |
| Sku | DCE600600D |
Die for creating 6 in. conduit knockouts when used with a compatible hydraulic knockout tool (sold separately). Designed to punch through 12 gauge mild steel and 14 gauge stainless steel. Includes alignment aids and size markings to assist setup.
Project Ideas
Business
On‑Site Large Conduit Knockouts
Offer a mobile service to electricians for adding 6 in. knockouts to existing enclosures, MCC panels, and junction boxes (up to 12 ga mild steel / 14 ga stainless). Fast, clean cuts reduce job downtime versus outsourcing.
HVAC/Dust Collection Port Retrofits
Provide 6 in. round cutouts in plenums, range hoods, and dust-collection hoods. The precision punch gives better sealing surfaces for 6 in. duct collars and gaskets, improving airflow and reducing callbacks.
Smoker/Grill Fabrication Kits
Produce and sell 6 in. port kits (punched holes, flanges, dampers, and gasket sets) for BBQ builders. Use the die for consistent, burr-free openings that speed up welding and assembly.
Grow Room/Greenhouse Fan Flange Panels
Fabricate stainless or coated steel panels with 6 in. fan/filter ports for inline ventilation systems. Bundle with collars and hardware; the die’s alignment aids ensure repeatable production runs.
Tool Rental + Training Package
Rent the 20V hydraulic knockout tool and 6 in. die with a short safety and alignment training module. Add optional on-call setup support and consumables to upsell weekend or project rentals.
Creative
Porthole Cabinet/Door Inserts
Punch 6 in. openings in mild steel cabinet doors or entry gates to add round acrylic or tempered glass portholes. Use the die’s magnets and crosshairs to keep holes level and aligned in a grid or symmetrical pattern.
Backlit Metal Wall Art
Create a constellation-style panel by laying out multiple 6 in. holes in 12 ga sheet, then back the panel with diffused LEDs. The crisp circular cutouts cast clean halos and shadows for a modern, industrial art piece.
Custom BBQ Smoker Ports
Add precise 6 in. intake/exhaust ports to drum smokers or offset pits. Pair holes with welded flanges and dampers for airflow control; the die ensures clean edges for better gasket sealing.
Speaker Grilles and Subwoofer Ports
Punch 6 in. holes in steel or stainless panels for speaker grilles or bass reflex ports. Combine with perforated sheet or mesh behind the opening for protection and aesthetics.
Modular Planter/Wall Garden Panels
Punch 6 in. openings in powder-coated steel panels to seat standard nursery pots or net pots. Arrange holes in rows using the die’s crosshairs for clean, repeatable spacing.