IBOSAD Hydraulic Knockout Hole Punch Driver Kit 1/2 to 2 inch Electrical Conduit Hole Cutter Set KO Tool Kit Metal Sheet Puncher

First off, I know HF has gotten better. I needed a KO set because I’m doing a machine shop and along with 1/2 my tools, my greenley KO set was stolen off my truck. I’ve always wanted a hydronic KO set but the prices are just unreasonable for the ones at the wholesale houses. I’ve been an electrician since 92’ and almost always had the bolt with channel-locks type. I did get to use hydraulics when apprenticing with various larger companies but my own set has been the nut tightening type. Well, on this job, I’ve pulled 30-40 holes, the last one being for a 1-1/2 pipe in a box that was better than 3/16” thick. Had to pump hard but it pulled right through. I was really hesitant about buying a crappy chi-com tool but I needed it right away to keep my guys working amazon could get it to me the next day. It was the kinda deal where if I could just get a few holes pulled before it broke and keep my guys working it would be well worth the < $200 it cost.First job with it, 1/2 way done and I’m very impressed. I don’t know how it’s going to last over the next 10 years or so but my initial impression is that it’s pretty solid. The included replacement seals look to be of top quality. The carry case feels rugged enough to bounce around my truck and has a pivot hinge, not just the bendy plastic hinge. Even the free step bit included is pretty darn sharp and we’ve made a bunch of holes with it. I read complaints of the pull bolt bending or breaking. I have no idea how you could do that. Are they using it as a hammer?

I cannot imagine another hole punch being any better than this one. If they make one just like this It could be good as well, however I just Love this tool.

UPDATE: Seller has removed my 2 "how do I contact you" questions, but has left the one where he answered "Contact me and I will solve for you!" That makes him look real good to anyone that doesn't bother to read the comments! I do not feel bad anymore about leaving this terrible review:What a waste of money! This tool worked great the first time - broke the 2nd time. The only way I could get any response was to ask a question on the tool page about getting replacement for defective part on May 27, 2022. Here's my answer from seller: "Hello，pls contact with me, I will solve for you,thanks!" I'm here to tell you that that sounds real good but there is no way to contact this seller. I've tried every conceivable way and asked how to contact 2 more times (on the questions page because there is no other way I've found) but do not get an answer. I have waited to write this review to see if there would be some support from seller, but there is zero except to make himself look good to whoever is thinking of purchasing this product. I hope I have saved someone money and frustration - this tool is a complete waste of money. I will be replacing it instead of trying to deal with this seller again plus I'm disappointed that there is no help from Amazon for defective products after return window has passed. Usually I can totally understand it - but not when it is obviously defective. This is my first and only bad review I have ever left on Amazon. Sorry - I'm frustrated because I hate to admit that I've wasted quite a bit of money on this seller!

BANG for buck, I've been an electrician for 14 years I bought one 3 months ago and we out it through it paces even broke it by popping a seal on it. I ended up buying 3 more. This thig is the best value you can get for your money. I'm constantly knocking out boxes. Some dont's we have knock outs up to 6 inch it cannot handle anything thing larger then 2.5 inch, I can take 2 inch and below like a champ!!!!! We all love it. We use the hell out of it. And have abused it after all was said and done and we saw how easy it was to fix it when we broke it I had to get 3 more for my crew. The price of one greenlee will get you four of these. Forget the unibit when you have this is light and compact and has the power needed for tight places unlike greenlee. This is a must buy item for any electrician. Some cans it will have a hard time punching

Use the product daily, and very impressed with how little effort it takes to make the holes. Mostly using on mild steel and aluminum, but have used on some stainless steel. Cuts like butter so far. Very happy with tool and you can not beat the price! Just wish they made or stocked an accessory kit to go up to 4”

You cant beat the price. I've used for at least 3 holes and each one came out perfect. I've owned Greenlee punch kits before and yes they work good but you still have to pay attention to the seals. They go bad too. $2K for a punch kit hurts. This is a good deal !

Easy to use and fast

So far i have used it for a few holes. Couple things it could really use is, Wish the knock outs had the alignment lines on it. Not a big deal tho. AN the shaft size is 7/16 them smaller knock out i use is 3/8 so i have to buy a extra stud for it. But so far so good works smooth and cut the holes with no effort at all

Love it!Work really good.

It’s a grate product for the $ the dies are worth more then the cost alone. Good bang for your buck as an electrician I’ve used it 40/50 times so far. Obviously you need to take care of the actual ram. Theres a reason this is so cheep but take care of it an it will take care of you.

Vraiment bien, tourne sur lui-même, très petit, Leger en plus très beau.Je recommande

Cheap plastic latches. Why would you use plastic for a latch on a case other than to make the product cheap? Broke first time I opened it. The tool looks and feels pretty flimsy.

This punch works grate if your a electrician and don’t want to spend a lot of money for a Greenlee get this it does the job just as good and the quality seems pretty good time will tell but for the priceYou can’t go wrong