Recently, the masters have received at their disposal a new useful device - die shears for metal. Usually, during repair and construction work, one has to deal with cutting soft sheet metal. But there are times when you have to cut thick corrugated material, which is impossible without an improved tool. Such is the device indicated, which allows you to perform complex work with minimal costs. In addition, shearing scissors are used for cutting roofs of houses and reinforcing pipes.
Characteristics of nifty shears
If you describe the appearance of the device, you can note its similarity with a screwdriver. They are similar not only to the hull, but also to the performance characteristics of the electric drive. The principal difference is the cutting mechanism. It is a punch that pushes back and forth.
Types of nibbling shears
Scissors die cutters are of several types. Some models are suitable for use in everyday life. Only other professionals can dispose of them. All of them are distinguished by performance characteristics. For example, to cut a thin roof covering enough and the device with a cut to 3 mm.
There are such types of devices:
- Electric scissors for metal are designed to work with sheet iron or steel. The device is equipped with a matrix - a static element fixed in the matrix holder. A round-shaped matrix cuts a thin sheet material with a thickness of up to 3 mm, and a square one - for a thicker iron. An undeniable advantage of the device is the ability to conduct work anywhere in the sheet of iron, whether it's the edge or the middle. In addition, it has a 360-degree head rotation, which is also fixed in four positions. Electric scissors are professional tools.
- A simpler version is hand-cutted metal scissors. But they are also very useful for construction work. With their help, you can quickly fix both the fence and the roof. At the same time, work can be done independently, without involving professional masters.
Screwdriver bit
A special nozzle for a drill is an excellent alternative to expensive nibbling scissors. It modernizes the usual tool, which is a drill, and is used for cutting sheet metal. The incision is performed accurately and qualitatively, leaving no hangnails along the edges.
Cutting scissors for metal are able to provide substantial assistance in carrying out work of a certain type.