Powder Metallurgy Case Study Part Image - Folding Hole Punch
Folding Hole Punch

Finished Weight of Component :
Density (g/cm3) :
7.7 g/cm3
Tensile Strenght (N/mm2) :
980 Mpa
Yield Strength (=0.2% N/mm2) :
810 Mpa
Hardness :
32 HRC
Treatment :
Description: The hole punch is made from 17-4 PH stainless (Fe-Cr-Ni Cu).
This is a new MIM component which can be used for the punching of two or four holes in paper. It is foldable making it ideal for use whilst travelling. The MIM part, which provided a 50% cost saving compared with other methods, has a very intricate shape with a long through groove of 0.8mm and holes in different directions.