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Can a hole puncher punch through plastic?

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Michael Henderson

Published Mar 02, 2026

Can a hole puncher punch through plastic?

Hole punches push various shapes through plastic sheets, such as circles, slots and squares. Hole punches are purchased online, and at school and office supply stores. Most hole punches are able to go through thin sheets of plastic.

How strong is a hole puncher?

Rapid SC40 2 Hole Punch (40 Sheet) Rapid SC40 2 Hole Punch Features: Punches up…

Can you hole punch chipboard?

It even punches through a leather belt – so chipboard is no problem. RE: Phillyscraps: I love, love, love my crop-a-dile! It even punches through a leather belt – so chipboard is no problem.

Are there different size hole punches?

The diameter of the holes varies between manufacturers, with typical values being 1⁄4 to 5⁄16 inch (6 to 8 mm). The 5⁄16 value is most commonly used, as it allows for looser tolerances in both ring binder and paper punching.

What can I use if I don’t have a hole puncher?

Pins, Needles and Nails Push pins, thick needles and nails may also be used to punch holes through paper, cardboard and other materials without nails. These items all create relatively narrow holes, which can be widened by placing a skewer through the hole once you puncture the project material.

How do you make the perfect hole in plastic?

For a small you might try heating up the tip of an appropriate sized nail and pushing it through. Of course don’t burn yourself and be cautious of any fumes! For larger holes, I suggest applying some removable tape to both sides of the plastic and using progressively increasing drill bits to make the hole.

How big is a hole punch?

The sizes of hole punches vary based mainly on the model, type and design of the product. Weighing approximately 121 grams, the dimensions of a standard two-hole punch are close to 4.13 inches by 2.19 inches by 1 inch.

What is a single hole punch?

Single hole punches are often used to punch a ticket, which indicates it has been used, or to make confetti when creating scrapbooks and other paper crafts. For applications needing a variety of hole shapes, a ticket punch may be used.

How many inches is a hole punch?

For those who are looking for something more compact, a smaller two-hole punch can be as small as 3.94 inches by 3.15 inches by 2.76 inches. Aside from this, there is also a three-hole punch, the standard version of which has the dimensions 13.75 inches by 15 inches by 6 inches.

What is a hydraulic hole punch?

A portable hydraulic punch is a machine designed to make holes quickly and easily through steel, aluminum, and other metals. They are designed for applications typically done with hand held twist drills or mag drills.