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Powder Actuated Marking Tool

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:

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  • 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.