Metal Hole
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How Patterns and Hole Shapes Can Influence the Uses of Perforated Metal
In the world of metals and fabrication, appearance can be almost everything. Perforating in some respects, is somewhat of an art form. It has been manufactured using perforating presses for well over a century. As times change, metal perforating evolves as well. Some of the principles behind perforating remain constant, always have and always will, while others have progressed in line with advances in metallurgy and overall technology. Thanks to cnc programming and computer aided design, non-traditional patterns have become available opening the doors for unlimited possibilities including perforated logos and perforated images that resemble just about anything you can imagine. All in all, the perforated patterns have changed, the quality of metals and alloys have improved, and the process of perforating metal has become much more efficient. But lets talk about the perforating patterns specifically.
Every perforated pattern obviously begins with the shape of the hole. Some examples of hole shapes are circular, elliptical, oblong, oval, square, rectangular, hexagonal, octagonal, clover leaf, and triangular. Custom hole shapes are also available by designing a custom perforating tool. Each hole shape brings its own aesthetic characteristics. The layout of the holes can affect the strength of the perforated material. For instance, holes can be perforated in a straight pattern with each hole in perfect line both horizontally and vertically on the metal sheet. Rows of holes can also be staggered which is common practice to maintain strength in the finished product. The straight and staggered patterns create two entirely different appearances. In regards to strength however, a round hole perfed into a staggered pattern produces the best overall strength versus open area. Round holes can be perfed more efficiently and economically than any other hole shape because the dies and punches required to punch a round hole are the easiest and least costly to make. Round hole tooling will also last longer and is easier to maintain. A round hole and staggered pattern is the most commonly commercially perforated pattern for just these reasons.
The hole pattern actually has a direction on a standard mass produced perforated sheet of metal. Take notice of a perforated sheet with a staggered pattern and you’ll see that the stagger is typically on the short dimension of the sheet and the straight rows of holes will run parallel to the longer dimension. As for hole size, the one to one rule must be considered. As a rule of thumb, when perforating mild steel and aluminum, the hole diameter needs to be at least the thickness of the raw material for reliable tool performance. In the case of stainless steel in particular, metal thickness should be at least one gauge thinner than the hole width for safer and more reliable production. Regarding the punched patterns in metals another consideration is bar width, or the space between the holes. As with the hole diameter, a one to one ratio of space between holes is the absolute minimum with ease of production increasing width the width of the spacing. Open area is a term used to describe the percentage of metal with holes versus the solid, un-perforated metal. The open area of the sheet will dictate many properties of the finished product including its appearance, of course, as well as its weight, its strength, its ability to absorb heat, its sound absorbing capabilities, and its ability to pass fluids.
Perforated patterns are carefully selected for both their aesthetic appearance as well as their real world performance as a finished product. The combination of hole sizes, hole shapes, and a variety of perforating techniques create an almost endless variety of perforated patterns to choose from.
About the Author
Chet is a 16+ year employee of Hendrick Manufacturing Company, a leader in producing perforated metal panels and metal sheets. Hendrick Mfg. Co. has been in the business of perforated metal continuously in Carbondale, PA since 1876.
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MILWAUKEE Hole Saw 49-56-0095 Bi-Metal Hole Saws 1-11/16″ $7.79 |
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MILWAUKEE Hole Saw 1.5 IN BI-Metal Hole Saw 49-56-0080 $6.35 |
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FREE SHIPPING-Northern Industrial Bi-Metal Hole Saws-14-pc Set #1109120 $79.99 |
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9.5mm Triangle Shank 53mm Diameter Metal Hole Saw Bit $10.60 |
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Metal Cutting Serrated Edge 50mm Dia Drilling Hole Saw $7.63 |
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Metal Stainless Steel Cutting Hole Saw 32mm w Wrench $13.29 |
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3 Pcs Metal 18mm Dia Diamond Coated Tile Glass Hole Saw $6.41 |
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7mm Triangle Shank 22mm Diameter HSS Metal Hole Saw Bit $7.50 |
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1 LENOX 4 1/2″ BI-METAL HOLE SAWS HS25 $30.00 |
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Mountain 1-1/4″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55820 $6.99 |
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Wall Drilling Carbide Tip 100mm Dia Metal Hole Saw Tool $31.20 |
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***NEW*** Greenlee 826-2-1/2 Bi-Metal Hole Saw 2-1/2” $6.99 |
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21.5mm Cut Dia Serrated Edge Metal Hole Saw Cutter Tool $5.28 |
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***NEW*** 1-3/4″ Greenlee Bi-Metal Hole Saw $4.99 |
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Serrated Edge 19mm Cut Dia Metal Hole Saw Cutter Tool $5.62 |
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NEW DEWALT D180014 7/8″ BI-METAL HOLE SAW $3.00 |
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Radnor 3/8″ 40274 Tooth Per Inch Style 22L Bi-Metal Hole Saw 64000536 $6.43 |
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Metal Twist Drill Bit 53mm Hole Saw Sets w Hex Wrench $11.78 |
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Metal 30mm Hole Saw Tool Twist Drill Bit Hex Wrench Set $7.83 |
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Serrated Edge 3 Flat Shank 50mm Dia Hole Saw for Metal $8.60 |
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Metal Plate Twist Bit 50mm Cutting Dia Hole Saw Cutter $7.62 |
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Mountain 3-1/4″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55852 $13.99 |
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Mountain 2-5/8″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55842 $12.99 |
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22.5mm Cut Dia Serrated Edge Metal Hole Saw Cutter Tool $6.01 |
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80mm Carbide Tip Metal Hole Saw Cutter for Cement Wall $24.00 |
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1 Ton Aviation Power Punch Kit Sheet Metal Hole Punching 7 Sizes Die Punches HD $32.49 |
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3 1/2″ Bi Metal Hole Saws ,holesaw, bi-metal $6.75 |
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Lenox 1-1/2″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30024-24L $12.99 |
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Lenox 4″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30064-64L $24.99 |
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Metal Hex Wrench Twist Drill Bit 32mm Hole Saw Set Tool $6.91 |
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Cement Wall Drilling 22mm Female Thread Metal Hole Saw $16.33 |
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Neiko 18 Pc Bi-Metal Hole Saw Kit 3/4 3-1/4 Bits Case Commercial Type Durable $66.49 |
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Lenox 1-1/8″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30018-18L $11.99 |
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Lenox 1″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30016-16L $11.99 |
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Lenox 1-3/8″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30022-22L $11.99 |
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Lenox 1-5/8″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30026-26L $12.99 |
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Three Flat Shank 22.5mm Cutting Dia Metal Bore Hole Saw $6.32 |
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Professional Drill Bit Hole Saw Cutter for Metal Steel $6.69 |
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22.5mm Drill Bit Three Flat Shank Metal Work Hole Saw $6.00 |
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Diamond Tipped Metal Drill Bit Hole Saw 100mm for Glass $16.85 |
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Metal Working 32mm Cutting Dia Twist Drill Bit Hole Saw $6.53 |
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Metal Working Serrated Edge 24mm Dia Hole Saw Cutter $5.70 |
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Metal Working Serrated Edge 18.5mm Dia Hole Saw Cutter $5.52 |
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25mm Metal Twist Drill Bit Hole Saw Set w Hex Wrench $5.59 |
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32mm Cutting Dia Three Flat Shank Metal Hole Saw Cutter $5.84 |
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5mm Pilot Drill Bit HSS 22mm Cutting Dia Metal Hole Saw $5.52 |
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Hex Wrench Metal Twist Drill Bit Hole Cutter Saw 48mm $10.10 |
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12mm Metal Twist Drill Bit Cutter Hole Saw W Hex Wrench $4.33 |
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M. K. Morse Master Tradesman 25 piece Bi-Metal Hole Saw Kit $140.00 |
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14pc LENOX BI-METAL HOLE SAW ASSORTMENT SET 3/4 – 4-1/8″ BLADES VARI TOOTH METAL $36.00 |
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Serrated Edge 3 Flat Shank 32mm Dia Hole Saw for Metal $5.81 |
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Steel Hand Punch Sheet Metal Hole Puching Tool Aviation $64.95 |
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Mountain 3/4″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55812 $6.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 13/16″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $9.99 |
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21mm Metal Twist Drill Bit Hole Saw Tool w Hex Wrench $5.40 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 5/16″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $6.99 |
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6mm Dia Drill Bit 50mm HSS Metal Hole Saw Cutting Tool $9.26 |
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Mountain 1″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55816 $7.25 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 3/16″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $6.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 1/2″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $8.69 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 2 1/8 ” BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT. $9.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 1/4″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $6.99 |
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Mountain 2″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55832 $9.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 3 1/2 ” BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $14.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 3/4″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE NEW 1 CT. $5.69 |
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Mountain 1-7/8″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55830 $9.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 2 1/4 ” BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT. $10.99 |
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40mm Dia 6mm Drill Bit High Speed Steel Metal Hole Saw $8.36 |
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Twist Drill Bit 18.5mm Dia Hole Saw Metal Plate Cutter $5.85 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 7/16″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $7.99 |
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Mountain 4″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw MTN55864 $19.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 2″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE NEW 1 CT. $9.99 |
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Professional 9 Pcs Electrician Bi Metal Hole Saw Set DIY Industrial Case Durable $42.49 |
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Drill Bit 19MM Hole Saw Metal Cutting Hex Wrenches $6.29 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 2 9/16 ” BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $10.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 2 3/8 ” BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT. $10.99 |
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LENOX HOLE SAW 1 3/4″ BI-METAL WOOD&METAL VARI TOOTH TUFF TOOTH USA MADE 1 CT $9.99 |
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9 PC BI METAL Hole Saw Cutter Sheet Alloy Wood Plastic 1-1/4 to 2-1/2″ $32.99 |
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32mm Metal Cutting HSS Hole Saw Drill Bit w Hex Wrench $7.79 |
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DeWalt D180040 2-1/2 (64mm) Bi-Metal Hole Saw $19.52 |
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Mazbot® 7″ Hole Punch Pliers 5-SIZE Jewelry Metal Leather HIGH GRADE HPP06 $29.99 |
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5mm Pilot Drill Dia 18mm HSS Metal Drilling Hole Saw $6.55 |
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Irwin 373312BX bi-metal 3-1/2″ hole saw $19.58 |
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Irwin 373015BX bi-metal 15/16″ hole saw $13.24 |
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9.5mm Triangle Shank 53mm Diameter Metal Hole Saw Bit $9.25 |
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13 PC HOLE SAW KIT AND 1″ WOOD BORING BIT WOOD PLASTIC DRYWALL THIN SHEET METAL $12.99 |
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Twist Drilling Bit 24mm Cutting Diameter Metal Hole Saw $6.08 |
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7 pc Plumbing Bi Metal Deep Hole Saw Kit Set 3/4″ – 2 1/2″ $15.99 |
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3 PC Titanium Step Drills Metals Plastic Wood Round Holes 6, 9, 13 Step Bit Set $21.99 |
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Woodwork 10 in 1 Blk Metal Twist Drill Bit Hole Saw Set $17.93 |
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4in. Bi Metal Hole Saws 18564 $35.44 |
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Lenox White Tools Bi-Metal Hole Saw (Boxed) 30032-32L $10.99 |
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Lenox 4-1/2″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30072-72L $45.99 |
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NICHOLSON 81233 2-1/8″ BI-METAL HOLE SAW 166002 $11.00 |
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Gardner Bender ¾” 19mm Bi-Metal Hole Saw HS-12B USA $3.50 |
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Lenox 1-9/16″ Bi-Metal Hole Saw 30025-25L $10.28 |
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Lenox 30026-26L Bi-Metal Hole Saw 1-5/8″ $10.28 |
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Serrated Edge 3 Flat Shank 45mm Dia Hole Saw for Metal $8.35 |
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60mm Diameter Metal Twist Drill Hole Saw Cutter Tool $13.19 |
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