FAQs
- 1. Can I use the model A
to work with stainless steel?
- 2. How can I tell if I have a model A or
model B strapmaster?
- 3. Can I order the same size punch and
dies for a model A or B?
- 4. Can one tool punch more than one size hole?
- 5. How long does it take to change a punch and die?
- 6. Why is my Strapmaster not cutting the material
properly?
- 7. Why is the material "walking" between the blades?
- 8. Why is the Strapmaster teeth becoming disengaged?
- 9. Where can I buy a Strapmaster or punch and die?
- 10. Can I become a distributor?
- 11. Can I use alternate punches or blades?
- 12. Do you sell spare parts?
- 13. How do I size the punch and die?
- 14. Is there a better way to prevent disengaged
teeth?
- 15. How long does the Strapmaster last?
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1. Can I use the model A to work with stainless steel?
- No - use the model B, it is designed
for tougher material.
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- 2. How can I tell if I have a model A or model B
strapmaster?
- Look for the bracket under the stationary lever – the
model B has a bracket. The
model A does not have a bracket. Back
- 3. Can I order the same size punch and
dies for a model A or B?
- NO, they are NOT interchangeable. Back
- 4. Can one tool punch more than one size
hole?
- Yes, but you have to change punches and dies together.
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- 5. How long does it take to change a punch and die?
- About 3 minutes.
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- 6. Why is my Strapmaster not cutting the
material properly?
- The blades are not aligned.
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- 7. Why is the material "walking" between the
blades?
- The stop is missing.
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- 8. Why is the Strapmaster teeth becoming disengaged?
- The stop is not folded over. The Stop acts as to prevent the operator
from lifting the moving lever too high.
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- 9. Where can I buy a Strapmaster or punch and die?
- From Shaw Development direct or from an authorized distributor – see distributor page.
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- 10. Can I become a distributor?
- Yes, we're looking for distributors in certain territories and
overseas and welcome dealer
inquiries (minimum buy 10 units per year).
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- 11. Can I use alternate punches or blades?
- No, they void the warranty and may cause damage or harm to the operator.
The components in the Strapmaster have been tested and proven to work up to
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- 12. Do you sell spare parts?
- Yes, see the parts list under
Model A or
Model B.
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- 13. How do I size the punch and die?
- The die must be slightly smaller than the punch to allow for material
clearance. Refer to the Recommended Die Sizes
page for exact measurements.
- 14. Is there a better way to prevent disengaged
teeth?
- Yes, the teeth become disengaged because the "STOP", item 2 on the
parts list, is worn or not properly adjusted. Make sure the bottome portion of the
STOP is level with the upper portion of the BLADE, item 11. This will prevent the
handle from over travel.
- The STOP has a sharp radius on the front lower corner, if it is worn, well
rounded or an older version (made from softer steel), you may order a new
hardened STOP. The hardened STOP can be replaced by using the instructions
www.strapmaster.biz/punchchange.html. If you have an older STOP made from soft
steel, call
Shaw for a special promotional offer to upgrade to a hardened STOP.
- 15. How long does the Strapmaster last?
- We’ve had many users tell us the tool has lasted for over 20 years. Buy one and take care of it and it should last at least ten years with only a change in punch or die depending on how many holes are punched. Back