Star Steel Disc Cutter Set, 5 Punches, 8-21 mm, Jewellery Making Tool
This disc cutter set allows you to punch clean, consistent five-pointed star shapes from non-ferrous metal sheet. The set includes a solid steel die block and five corresponding punches, all machined from tempered, high-carbon tool steel for durable cutting edges.
To use, place your sheet metal (up to 18 gauge) into the die and strike the corresponding punch firmly with a mallet or hammer. The five included punches produce stars in approximate sizes of 8x9 mm, 11x12 mm, 14x15 mm, 17x18 mm, and 20x21 mm. Using a cutting lubricant will prolong the life of the tool.
This tool is used by jewellers and craftspeople to produce uniform components for pendants, charms, earrings, and decorative metalwork.
- Punches and die block are machined from hardened high-carbon tool steel.
- Five punches create stars measuring approx. 9, 12, 15, 18, and 21 mm point-to-point.
- Cuts non-ferrous sheet metal such as silver, copper, and brass up to 18 gauge (1.02 mm).
- The solid steel die block measures approximately 76 x 76 mm (3 x 3 inches).
- Ideal for creating consistent star-shaped blanks for earrings, pendants, and embellishments.
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK jewellers creating batches of star-shaped silver or gold charms.
- Model makers needing consistent decorative elements from brass or copper sheet.
- Crafters producing metal embellishments for mixed-media art projects.
- Silversmiths cutting blanks for earrings and pendants up to 1.02 mm thick.
Not for
- Cutting hardened steel or ferrous metals thicker than 22 gauge.
- Users without a sturdy bench block and a suitable mallet or hammer.
- Creating shapes other than the five specific star sizes included.
- Punching metal thicker than 18 gauge (1.02 mm) without annealing.
How this compares
| Star Steel Disc Cutter... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Tempered high-carbon tool steel | Untempered or cast carbon steel |
| Punch Design | Sharp cutting edge, beveled striking end | Flat ends, prone to mushrooming |
| Size Accuracy | Machined dies with stated +/- 1 mm tolerance | Cast dies with inconsistent sizing |
| Country of stock | UK warehouse | Overseas dispatch |