Pin Punch Description After you use a drive punch to start moving a pin, you switch to a pin punch. This tool has a straight shank and a flat face. The pin punch fits into the hole and pushes the pin or bolt all the way out. You need to pick a pin punch that is one size smaller than the pin. This keeps the side walls of the hole safe. Use a pin punch that is one size smaller than the pin being driven to prevent damage to the side walls containing the pin. Pin punches help you finish the job that a drive punch starts. You use them when you want to...
3. Material Science: The “K9 Crystal” Standard A common mistake for trophy manufacturers moving into SSLE is assuming all glass is created equal. Internal engraving is incredibly honest; it reveals every flaw in the material. Why You Need K9 Crystal Standard soda-lime glass (used in windows and cheap bottles) contains a high amount of iron and microscopic impurities. If you try to use an SSLE laser on this: Laser Scattering: The beam hits an impurity on its way to the center, causing a “streak” or an unwanted internal crack. Color Tint: Cheap glass has a green or yellow tint that muddies the high-definition look of the white dots. K9 Crystal (Borosilicate) is the industry...