Can the model 78 mark a 1/4″ tall character into mild steel?

Q- Can CMT’s model 78 mark a 1/4″ tall character into mild steel?

A- No the model 78 air impact marker with the 2″ stroke puts out 2,200 lbs. of force at 80 PSI.

(1) 1/4″ tall character going into mild steel will require an estimated 4,000 lbs. of force.

Options would be to: (A.) drop down to a 3/16″ tall character or (B.) use a more powerful impact marker such as the model 288.

http://www.columbiamt.com/CMT-Marking-Stamps/Marking_Pressure_Chart.html Marking pressure chart

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