Spade Steel Disc Cutter Set, 4 Punches, 12-31 mm, Jewellery Making Tool
This disc cutter set allows you to punch clean, consistent spade shapes from non-ferrous metal sheet. Both the 76 mm square die block and the four included punches are machined from high-carbon tool steel and have been tempered for durability and edge retention. This ensures a clean shearing action when struck, minimising finishing work on your blanks.
The set includes four distinct punch sizes (width x height): 18.76 x 12.52 mm, 20.11 x 15.03 mm, 26.81 x 20.04 mm, and 30.16 x 22.54 mm. It is designed to work with sheet metal up to 18 gauge (1.02 mm) thick. For best results and to prolong the life of the cutting edges, we recommend using a cutting lubricant and annealing your metal before punching.
This tool is well-suited for jewellers creating custom pendants, silversmiths producing decorative elements for larger pieces, or metalwork crafters making unique tags and components.
- Punches and die block are machined from high-carbon tool steel, then tempered.
- Includes four spade punches: 18.8x12.5, 20.1x15.0, 26.8x20.0, and 30.2x22.5 mm.
- Cuts non-ferrous sheet metal like silver, copper, and brass up to 18 gauge (1.02 mm).
- The solid steel die block measures 76 x 76 mm (3 x 3 inches) for bench stability.
- Slide sheet metal into the slot, insert the matching punch, and strike firmly.
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- Jewellery makers in the UK creating spade-shaped silver or gold pendants.
- Silversmiths needing to repeatably punch decorative brass or copper elements.
- Model makers and crafters cutting precise shapes from aluminium sheet up to 1mm.
- Art students and apprentices learning sheet metal fabrication techniques.
Not for
- Cutting hardened steel or ferrous metals thicker than 22 gauge.
- Punching shapes without a sturdy bench block and appropriate hammer.
- Use with sheet metal thicker than 18 gauge (1.02 mm) to avoid tool damage.
How this compares
| Spade Steel Disc Cutter... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Tempered High-Carbon Tool Steel | Untempered or basic carbon steel |
| Punch Edges | Ground sharp for clean shearing | Stamped edges causing burrs |
| Tolerances | Machined to stated mm dimensions | Approximate sizes with high variance |
| Country of stock | UK warehouse | Overseas dispatch |