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Sthmeyue · Signature punching cradles and guides

Sthmeyue aluminum locking punching cradle

Anodized cradle with a row of guide holes, two black stops and a separate awl.
Anodized cradle with a row of guide holes, two black stops and a separate awl.

What this tool is for

The aluminum rail holds the guide relative to the folded section. Its locking layout is worth comparing if a loose wooden guide tends to move while you line up the point.

Specifications

Brand
Sthmeyue
Tool type
Punching cradle or guide
Model
XC24-5
Guide material
Aluminum alloy
Layout
Single perforated line with end stops
Contents
Guide, cradle and awl
Amazon.com reference
B0D6LDFLVP

Fit and buying advice

The listed 9.9-inch dimension is for the assembled tool. Check the usable length between the stops and the actual hole pitch for your book.

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Questions about this tool

Can I choose it for 10 mm stations?

Measure the pitch of the rail before relying on that interval. The NewEle single-row listing explicitly states 10 mm.

What do the stops change?

They give the guide end positions so the section can be held in the same setup for several holes.

How should I check the fit?

Lay a spare folded section in the cradle and compare both end margins with the usable holes.

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