Bosch Power Tools & Accessories
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Oct 16, 2009 Built on 12 V Max Litheon battery platform, PS70 Metal Shear performs controlled, precise cutting/trimming of sheet metals with up to 18 gauge thickness. Tool is 10 in. long, weighs 3 lb, and employs precision engineered cutting elements such as adjustable 4-sided cutting blades. Optimized for maneuverability, product can cut accurate holes as small as ½ in. dia. Adjustable cutter clearance makes tool able to perform straight and curved cuts with equal precision.

L.L. Brown, Inc.
Enola, PA 17025
Aug 01, 2008 Steel Beam Splitter can cut any beam up to 40 in. wide and up to 9/16 in. web thickness without need to straighten beams once they are split. Guide rail exit system leads beam out of cutting blades and keeps beam supported and centered while it exits shear. Main control is wired to accommodate preheat/quenching system.

Midwest Tool & Cutlery Co.
Sturgis, MI 49091
Dec 20, 2007 KNIFTI-CUT(TM) Shop/Electrician Shear and Utility Snip features needle-nose blades with 2 in. cut length that provide access to confined areas. It features textured plastisol grips and hot drop-forged blades manufactured of high carbon steel. Able to shear various materials, snip wire and cable ties, and strip coated/insulated wire, compact, multipurpose tool can cut through 26 ga cold-rolled sheet metal, 18 ga copper wire, and 22 ga soft steel wire.

DeWalt Industrial Tool Co.
Hampstead, MD 21074
May 11, 2007 Suited for cutting up to 20 ga spiral duct and uneven, non-flat sheet metal, DC495KA is powered via XRP(TM) extended run-time 18 V battery and features head that rotates 360° for access in tight areas. Design separates material without creating waste ribbon and lets users turn tool to make radius cuts as small as 1 in. dia. Speed can be varied from 0-2,300 SPM, and ergonomic design features anti-slip grip. Tool weighs 6.1 lb and has 18 ga capacity in steel.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
Mar 09, 2007 Featuring one serrated edge, Scissor Model 9180 cuts strips between .019-.034 in. thick, while full by-pass Shear Model 2193 cuts rod from .20-80 in. diameter and .060 in. ID tube. Tools create square cut on strip and rod, but it is recommended users insert wire into tube before cutting to prevent thin walls from crushing. Both tools include cushioned Xuro-Rubber(TM) grips, return springs, and precision ground high carbon steel blades.

Heinrich Co.
Racine, WI 53403
Aug 10, 2006 Weighing 17 lb, No. 1 Portable Shear has offset frame constructed to permit shearing of wide sheets, straight cuts, or outside curves. Blades are made of tool steel and can be removed for sharpening. With 1/8 in. mild steel shear capacity and 5/16 in. mild steel rod-cutting capacity, product features 24 in. handle mechanism that works in compound fashion to facilitate cutting. Special latch is hinged to allow vise mounting or bench mounting.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
May 22, 2006 Made from precision ground and heat treated carbon steel, Xuron Model 9180 Shear features serrated gripping edge that holds super-strong aramid fibers in place and another highly sharpened cutting edge that assures clean, even, and uniform cut. Ergonomic shear includes cushioned rubber hand grips and gentle return spring and has no finger loops. It is designed for cutting Kevlar® fiber and Fireline® fishing line for bead stringing and other craft applications.

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
Brookfield, WI 53005-2550
Dec 08, 2005 Equipped with 0-2,500 spm motor, 18 Gauge Model 6852-20 features 360° swivel head that allows for optimal positioning, no matter what angle cut is needed. Tool includes ergonomic tactile grip handle for comfort, lightweight magnesium gear case for balance, and 10 ft rubber cord for mobility.

Metabo Corp.
West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Nov 01, 2005 Suited for burr-free cutting, shearing, and trimming of sheet metal and plastic, Ku 6872 mounts upside down on tool bench, which converts it from portable tool to stationary one. Blades feature 4 cutting edges that do not require sharpening. Able to be operated with one hand, 5.2 A tool offers max torque of 26.5 lb-in., 5,300 no load spm, and capacity of 16 ga in mild steel and 18 ga in mild stainless steel. Minimum cutting radius is 5/8 in.

Knuth Machine Tools USA, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Sep 15, 2004 Model KHT3206C can shear plates up to ¼ in. thick and cut lengths up to 126 in. Once operator enters parameters using 5.7 in. LCD touch screen, system automatically adjusts machining settings, including blade gap adjustment, back gauge setting, length of stroke, and number of cuts. Up to 10 job steps can be stored in control. Shears operate in manual, single, or automatic mode as needed.

Bettcher Industries, Inc.
Vermilion, OH 44089
Dec 16, 2003 Airshirz® Scissors help reduce muscle fatigue when cutting Kevlar®, carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other engineered composite materials. They feature 440 stainless steel blades and automatic spring-return action. Blade speed and position are fully controllable and can be stopped and opened at any time during cutting process. Safety latch secures blades in locked position for safety and to prevent damage. All units use standard 80–120 psi shop air.

Everhard Products, Inc.
Canton, OH 44707
Oct 06, 2003 Industrial-Grade Shears feature precision-ground blades that cut tape with little sticking or gumming up. They are hot-forged carbon steel, through-hardened and plated with chrome over nickel. Large, comfortable handles allow for different cutting angles for jobs in close quarters. Reinforced nylon sheath attaches to tool belt.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
Sep 09, 2003 Model 475C combines full by-pass shear cutter and short nose plier into one hand tool. It is constructed from high carbon steel and has soft Xuro-Rubberâ„¢ cushioned hand grips and Light Touchâ„¢ return spring. Precise enough to grasp one human hair, product cuts up to 12 AWG copper wire. Tool is suited for various types of assembly and wire processing.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
Jul 22, 2003 Suited for assembly and maintenance technicians, Xuron 2193F Hard Wire Shear features self-adjusting clamping fixtures that hold wire perpendicular to jaws. Full by-pass shearing action produces square cuts on both ends of hardened and tempered wire. Capable of cutting 0.064 in. (14 AWG) music wire, unit is ergonomically constructed with Xuro-Rubberâ„¢ hand grips and low-impact return spring.

Betenbender Mfg. Inc.
Coggon, IA 52218
Jan 03, 2003 Measuring 1 X 12 in., all steel shear is suited for cutting bar stock and smaller pieces in space-restricted shops. Shear offers hydraulic system, flexible operation, and separate power unit. Product is also equipped with 36 in. power backgauge with LED readout, single piece top and bottom HCHC shock resistant knives, pump, valves, and motor.

Clausing Industrial, Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 1822
Sep 03, 2002 Metal Muncher Viking Series Hydraulic Shears offer German steel double edge blade and squaring arm with inch scale. Motorized 0 to 39.37 in. back gauge has digital read-out and hand wheel for fine adjustment to .004 in. accuracy. Units include single or automatic cutting with cutting length adjustment, cut line shadow lighting, and Allen-Bradley Panelview 300 Micro Control system. Shears are available with capacities from 80 x 1/8 in. to 160 x ¾ in.

Bettcher Industries, Inc.
Vermilion, OH 44089
Jul 12, 2002 Airshirz® utilize stainless steel blades, and are offered in 2-finger grip for smaller hands and larger finger loop styles. Both feature automatic spring-return action. Safety latch secures blades in locked position to prevent damage when not in use. All units use standard 80 to 120 psi plant air. Scissors provide cutting, snipping, and trimming of aluminum and other metals, fiberglass, cardboard and bulk paper, rubber, and fabrics.

Porter-Cable Corp.
Jackson, TN 38302
Jul 02, 2002 Model 6603 steel shear and Model 6605 fiber cement shear feature cast aluminum gear housing, magnesium bearing plate, and double-insulated 6.8 A motor. Model 6603 has 18 ga steel and 20 ga stainless steel cut capacities, with ability to make 7/32 in. cut with no bending or burring. Model 6605 cuts fiber cement siding up to 5/16 in. thick. Both include 360° rotating head, multi-position belt clip, and multi-position grip handle.

Clausing Industrial, Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 1822
Apr 26, 2002 Clausing/Metal Muncher Viking Series Hydraulic Shears offer steel double edge blade, squaring arm with inch scale and motorized 0 to 39.37 in. back gauge (with digital read-out), and hand wheel for fine adjustment to .004 in. accuracy. Additional features include single or automatic cutting, cut line shadow lighting, and Allen-Bradley Panelview 300 Micro Control system. Shears are available in capacities from 80 x 1/8 in. to 160 x 3/4 in.