Des Moines Area Community College.

Tool & Die Tool List

The following is a basic list of tools required for the Machinist Technology/Tool and Die programs. The bottom of this page shows suppliers for tools.


Machinist Technology Tool List

Approximate prices listed are as of 9/27/07, and are subject to chage.

1st Semester Tool List: Recommended Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
4" Divider Starrett
$31.45
Radius Gage Set Starrett
$107.95

2nd Semester Tool List: Required Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
6" Flex Ruler Starrett
$14.05
Scriber Starrett
$6.55
Center Punch Starrett
$3.85
Prick Punch Starrett
$4.10
Ball Peen Hammer (8 oz.)
$8.30
HSS Center Drill, 2 each, #2 & #3 (4 total) KEO
$14,90
HSS Center Drill, 1 each, #4 & #5 (2 total) KEO
$10.15
USA 1/16 to ½ by 1/64th Drill Set  
$51.00
Tap Set: 10-32, ¼-20, 5/16-18, 3/8-16, ½-13 Union
$37.80
Chuck keys, #2 & #3 Jacobs
$8.55
Center Gage Starrett
$14.45
Screw Pitch Gage, #6 Starrett
$25.10
Hex Key Set, Eng. & Metric Bondhus
$16.40
10" Adjustable Wrench
$17.45
HSS Square Tool Bits, (8 each), 3/8
$11.40
Magnetic Base
$38.50
1" Travel Indicator
$10.00
Axial Support Indicol Holder
$45.75
Edge Finder Starrett
$15.75
Wigler/Center Finder Starrett
$35.30
End Mill: HSS 4fl 1/8, ¼, 3/8 & ½ Double End C/C
$36.85
End Mill: HSS 4fl ¾ FL. Single End C/C
$16.95
8" Round Smooth File with Handle
$8.20
6" Mill Smooth File with Handle
$6.90
10" Mill Bastard File with Handle
$6.85
6" Calipers »Purchase ONE Caliper (either dial or digital) from the options below.
.100 Per Rev. Dial Starrett
$117.30
.100 Per Rev. Dial Etalon
$135.00
.100 Per Rev. Dial B/S
$82.00
.100 Per Rev. Dial M.T.I.
$79.50
.100 Per Rev. Dial Caliper
$17.95
Digital Starrett
$155.00
Digital M.T.I.
$102.00
Digital Coolant Proof M.T.I.
$124.00
Micrometer Sets
Approx $30 to $460 per set
Test Indicator Sets
Approx $39 to $200 per set
Tool Box & Roller »Purchase ONE Tool Box from the options below.
11-Drawer Tool Box Kennedy
$248.00
7-Drawer Roller Kennedy
$523.00
5-Drawer Roller Kennedy
$456.00
Side Shelf (optional) Kennedy
$65.00

2nd Semester Tool List: Recommended Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
Combination Square Set Starrett
$194.65
Screw Drivers: Phillips #1 & Standard ¼  
$7.45
8" Pliers  
$6.15
India Stone  
$8.75
Arkansas Stone Hard  
$16.70

3rd Semester Tool List: Recommended Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
Surface Gage Starrett
$113.90

Tool and Die Tool List

Required Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
Drive Pin Punch Set  
$28.50
Transfer Punch Set Spellmac
$48.50
Carbide Tool Bit 3/8 Sq., 2 each (4 total)  
$16.80
Transfer Screw Sets: 10-32, ¼-20, 5/16-18 & 3/8-16 ($13.50 ea)
$54.00

Recommended Tools

Tools
Suggested Manufacturer
Approximate Price
Small Hole Gages Starrett
$81.60
Telescoping Gages Starrett
$158.95
0-6" Depth Gage Set Starrett
$227.80
1/8" Parrallel Set, 10 Pair  
$32.00

Local Tool Suppliers

  • Deco Tool Supply, 1701 East 17th Street, Des Moines, IA
    Ph: 515-262-9566
  • Dubuque Industrial Supply, 1760 Radford Road, Dubuque, IA
    Ph: 563-556-5151, disco@yousq.net
  • Iowa Machinery & Supply, 1711 2nd Avenue, Des Moines, IA
    Ph: 515-288-0123
  • Peerless Supply, 1701 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA
    Ph: 515-265-9905
  • S-T Industries (Scherr Tumico), Armstrong Blvd. N., Saint James, MN 56081
    Ph: 507-375-3211 (Student Discount)

Major Online Tool Suppliers