{"product_id":"rikolto-hole-punch-5-16-inch-8mm-single-hole-punch-heavy-duty-long-handle-with-adjustable-guide","title":"Rikolto Hole Punch 5\/16 inch (8mm) Single Hole Punch — Heavy-Duty Long-Handle with Adjustable Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRikolto's Hole Punch 5\/16 inch (8mm) is a compact heavy‑duty single hole puncher that cleanly punches 8mm round holes through paper, PVC, cardboard and thin leather.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis handheld long‑handle punch is built for precise, repeatable holes in badges, tags, cards and craft projects. Its chrome‑plated zinc alloy body and heat‑hardened punch deliver burr‑free results, while an adjustable guide and visible measurement make it simple to set consistent hole placement. Designed to handle small stacks without jamming, the tool balances portability with workshop strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate is the hole placement and size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe punch makes a true 5\/16\" (8mm) round hole; the centre is fixed 1\" (25mm) from the edge for predictable placement. A built‑in scale and adjustable stop help you align material quickly so every hole lines up where you expect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHole diameter: 5\/16\" (8mm) precise punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCentre-to-edge distance: 1\" \/ 25mm fixed measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisible scale and adjustable guide for repeatability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent, burr‑free results thanks to heat‑hardened punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and thicknesses can it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single hole punch works on a variety of common materials used for IDs, cards, tags and small crafts. For best performance, follow the recommended thickness limits to avoid overloading the mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePaper: up to 0.098 in \/ 2.5 mm (about 15–20 A4 sheets at once)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePVC: up to 0.06 in \/ 1.5 mm (ID and membership cards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLeather: up to 0.078 in \/ 2.0 mm for thin leather tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso suitable for cardboard, photos, tickets and thin plastic packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable and portable is the punch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from chrome‑plated zinc alloy and a heat‑treated perforator, this punch is made to resist wear and stay shiny. Its compact 5.10 x 3.54 x 0.78 inch footprint fits in a drawer, toolkit or bag so you can take it to events, studios or the office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eZinc alloy body with chrome finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat‑hardened cutting element prevents deformation and burrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eErgonomic long‑handle design reduces force needed per punch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact, hand‑held size for convenient storage and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tasks is this hole punch best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tool excels where one precise round hole is required rather than multiple holes or ring binding — think badges, hang tags, key tags and craft accents. It’s tailored for repeatable single‑hole workflows and small production runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBadge and lanyard hole punching for events and ID cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHang tags, price tags and retail labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBusiness cards, photos and craft projects requiring a neat round hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTicket and membership card customization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Rikolto's 5\/16\" single hole punch is ideal for small business owners, event organisers, crafters, photographers and office staff who need a reliable, portable tool for producing clean single holes in cards, PVC badges, thin leather and paper. If you require fast, repeatable hole placement with a durable metal construction that travels easily between workspaces, this punch offers a compact, no‑nonsense solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What size hole does this punch make?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It creates a precise 5\/16\" (8mm) round hole, with the centre positioned 1\" (25mm) from the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can it punch through plastic ID cards?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it handles PVC up to 0.06 in (1.5 mm), suitable for most ID and membership cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rikolto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253773058385,"sku":"B0B6G794XH","price":32.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/rikolto-front-view-hole-punch.jpg?v=1791664478","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/rikolto-hole-punch-5-16-inch-8mm-single-hole-punch-heavy-duty-long-handle-with-adjustable-guide","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}