Required Tools

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.

Note: Please wait to purchase these kits until after the first class with your instructor. The kits will be available at DMACC.

For any machining program students are required to obtain OSHA approved safety glasses. These may be purchased for many sources including auto parts and big-box stores. Wrap-around style safety glasses provide the most protection. The general cost range is from $5.00 to $12.00.

CNC Operators Certificate Tool List

CNC operators will be provided with a basic tool kit in which they can use while at DMACC. Unlike machinist or toolmakers, operators are usually not expected to have a personal tool collection on the job. The only tooling the CNC operators students will have to purchase while at DMACC is basic perishable tooling such as end mills and toolbits.

Required Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg
4 each - 3/8 X 3 square tool bit	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute 1/2 double end c/c	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute 3/4 single end c/c	HSS
Combination (center) #4 drill	HSS
#4 jobber drill bit	HSS
1/4-20 gun (spiral-pointed) tap	HSS
OSHA approved safety glasses (Wrap around style provides the best protection. Can be purchased at any auto parts or big-box store.)
Machinery's Handbook

Machinist Technology/Tool & Die Tool List

1^st Semester Tool List - Machinist Tech/Tool & Die: Required Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg
4 each - 3/8 X 3 square tool bit	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute 1/2 double end c/c	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute 3/4 single end c/c	HSS
Combination (center) #4 drill	HSS
#4 jobber drill bit	HSS
1/4-20 gun (spiral-pointed) tap	HSS
OSHA approved safety glasses (Wrap around style provides the best protection. Can be purchased at any auto parts or big-box store.)
Machinery's Handbook

1^st Semester Tool List: Recommended Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part Number
4" Divider	Starrett 83A-4"
Radius Gage Set	Starrett S1657HZ
3/8 carbide square tool bit	Carbide AL6

2^nd Semester Tool List Machinist Tech or Tool & Die Only: Required Tools

Tools
Tool Box » A Kennedy 297 - 7 drawer roller toolbox will be provided to any student enrolled in the tool & die program. No personal (outside) toolboxes are allowed and students will be issued a DMACC toolbox when it is deemed necessary. Students will have a duty of care while the toolbox in their control and must complete a signed usage agreement. This toolbox will remain DMACC property at all times. Students will place their tools in these boxes and must evacuate them upon graduation or when asked by the chairperson, if there is a change in full-time program status.
Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part Number
6" Flex Ruler	Starrett C303R-6"
Metal Scribe	Starrett 70-A
Center Punch	Starrett 117-C
Prick Punch	Starrett 816-B
Ball Peen Hammer (8 oz)	54-108
Drill Set 1/16 - 1/2 by 1/64th	USA 307-F
Taps 10-32	Greenfield
Taps 1/4-20	Greenfield
Taps 5/16-18	Greenfield
Taps 3/8-16	Greenfield
Taps 1/2-13	Greenfield
8" Round Smooth File with handle	Nicholson
6" Mill Smooth File with handle	Nicholson
10" Flat Bastard File with handle	Nicholson
File Card #10	Lutz
Chuck keys, K-3	Jacobs
Center Gage	Starrett C-391
Screw Pitch Gage	Starrett #6
.050-3/8 Hex Key Set 1.5 - 10mm Metric Hex Key Set	Eklind 10222 Set Imperial/Metric
Adjustable Wrench (10") or Wrench Set	Inch and Metric
Magnetic Base & 1" Travel Indicator	MB-BV & IND
Test Indicator	Intrepid/Brown and Sharp
Universal Indicator Holder	Indicol 178II
Edge Finder	Starrett 827-A
End Mills, 4 flute double end c/c 1/8	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute double end c/c 1/4	HSS
End Mills, 4 flute double end c/c 3/8	HSS
Combination Square Set	Starrett
Screw Drivers	Standard/Phillips
Pliers	8" #25108
1/8" Parrallel Set	10 Pairs
Calipers, 6" dial or digital »Purchase ONE Set of Calipers from the options below:
	Mitutoyo Dial Mitutoyo Digital
Micrometers, set 0-3 » Purchase ONE Set of Micrometers from the options below:
	Starrett ST436 Mitutoyo 103-922 .0001 gradu

2nd Semester Tool List: Recommended Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part #
Dove Tail Clamp Assembly for Test Indicator	Starrett PT 22429
Center Finder	Starrett S 828HZ
Combined Center Drill Set	KEO #10000
Needle File Set

3rd Semester Tool List - Machinist Technology/Tool & Die: Recommended Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part #
Surface Gage	Starrett 257-B
India Stone Rectangle	Norton FB 14 61463685570 1/4 x1 x 4
India Stone Wedge	Norton FF 724 4 x 1 x 1/8
Arkansas Stone Rectangle	Norton HF 43 Hard Oil Stone 1/2 x 1/2 x 3
Depth Micrometer 0-3" or 0-6"	Starrett 449BZ

Tool and Die: 2nd Year Tool List

Required Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part #
Transfer Punch Set	Spellmac #3-17
Transfer Screw Sets: 10-32, ¼-20, 5/16-18 & 3/8-16 ($13.50 ea)
Drive Pin Punch Set	S248PC

Recommended Tools

Tools	Suggested Mfg & Part #
Telescoping Gages	Starrett S579HZ

Tool Suppliers

MSC - see your Instructor for information regarding MSC discounts
Deco Tool Supply, 1701 East 17^th Street, Des Moines, IA, Ph: 515-262-9566
Peerless Supply, 1701 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA, Ph: 515-265-9905, or emailorders@peerless-supply.com