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TEKTON 26 oz ball peen dead blow hammer, steel shot filled head, polyurethane jacket, 4140 steel faces HRC 52

TEKTON

TEKTON 26 oz Ball Peen Dead Blow Hammer HDB50026

SKU CH-NS96-E97V5

Dead blow hammer uses internal steel shot to eliminate rebound for controlled strikes on punches, chisels and sheet metal

  • Dead-blow action eliminates rebound for controlled hits
  • Steel-shot fill flows without clumping and never degrades
  • Hot-cast polyurethane jacket resists chips, cracks and tears
  • 4140 Chromium-Molybdenum faces hardened to HRC 52
  • 26 oz weight drives punches, chisels and shapes sheet metal

Purpose-built striking tool

The TEKTON 26 oz ball peen dead blow hammer is engineered for mechanics and fabricators who need controlled impact without rebound. Steel shot inside the head flows smoothly to eliminate post-strike bounce, delivering precise force to punches, chisels and sheet metal. The all-steel construction is jacketed in thick hot-cast polyurethane that resists chipping and tearing while protecting delicate surfaces. Striking faces are 4140 chromium-molybdenum steel hardened to HRC 52 for lasting durability.

Shock absorption and surface protection

The dead blow design absorbs kinetic energy that would otherwise rebound into the user's arm, reducing fatigue during repetitive work. Polyurethane jacketing dampens vibration and prevents marring on finished workpieces, making it suitable for automotive body panels and precision assembly. No loose fill material means consistent performance without degradation over time. The hammer transfers energy efficiently into the workpiece rather than back to the operator.

Sustained heavy use behavior

Under continuous striking the steel shot maintains free flow without clumping, keeping rebound suppression steady from the first hit to the last. Polyurethane jacket resists cracking and tearing even after extended sessions driving hardened punches or shaping metal. Hardened 4140 faces retain their profile and hardness through prolonged impact cycles. The tool is built for all-day shop use where conventional hammers would cause fatigue or surface damage.

Highlights

  • Dead-blow action eliminates rebound for controlled hits
  • Steel-shot fill flows without clumping and never degrades
  • Hot-cast polyurethane jacket resists chips, cracks and tears
  • 4140 Chromium-Molybdenum faces hardened to HRC 52
  • 26 oz weight drives punches, chisels and shapes sheet metal

Specifications

BrandTEKTON

Questions about this item

How do I use the 26 oz dead blow hammer without damaging the workpiece?

Let the steel shot absorb the rebound so the 4140 Chromium-Molybdenum steel faces deliver a controlled hit without marring surfaces.

Will the polyurethane jacket or steel shot inside the head need replacement over time?

The hot cast polyurethane resists chipping and tearing while the steel shot flows smoothly without degrading, so no internal maintenance is required.

At what point does the striking face hardness limit sustained heavy use?

The faces are hardened to HRC 52, which is the first limit reached under prolonged high-impact work.

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