The Durable Technologies Powder Actuated Marking Tool - A flexible, high-speed marking system that is 100% portable! Tool is ideal for applications requiring a strong mark from a portable tool.
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Portable Marking Applications Include:
- Marking large components in inaccessible areas
- Hot or cold marking
- Mark large assets for theft prevention
Features:
- Rugged design
- Steel head suitable for hot or cold marking
- Quick-change type retaining system (watch our video below)
- Force variable via a variety of powder load strengths and via thumbwheel on powder tool (thumbwheel only causes observable difference when marking 1 or 2 characters)
- Type holder may be mounted vertically or horizontally
- Holds 8 characters (size options listed below) or combination of type and custom engraved logotypes
Powder Loads:

- 10-shot strips are loaded through the bottom of the handle
- Spent strips are removed through the top
- Multiple strengths available
Steel Type Options:
- Character sizes available: 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm (1/4", 5/16", 3/8")
- Sharp face and low stress character options
- Also available with 452 style characters (unique character design allows for identification from only a partial impression)
- Custom logos
Safety Recommendations:
- Trigger will only activate after the holder is placed on part and pressed down. By pressing the characters onto the part to be marked, a detent is released allowing trigger to be pulled.
- To reduce kickback when firing, place one hand on handle and one hand on the rubber back of the tool.
- Always wear eye protection when operating powder tools.
- Never force strip cartridges in or out of the tool.