This nibbing / cutter tool cuts aluminum, copper, and other non-hardened metals up to 18 AWG (0.5-1.2mm). Also suitable for cutting plastics up to 0.5-1.6mm thick. Cuts sheet metal like a pinch and die. Drill a 3/8" (or 9.5ψ) hole for starting cuts. Cuts round, square or irregular holes to any shape and size over 7/16". Features a nickel plated finish.
Features:
- Ideal brand that cuts sheet metal like a pinch and die.
- Start with 7/16" hole and then "Nibbl" to the size required.
- Cuts round, square or irregular holes to any shape and size over 7/16".
- Cap. steel 18ga (0.46) maximum.
- Aluminum copper, plastic 1/16".
Usage Instructions:
- Material to be nibbled is placed in the gap between the punch and blade channel.
- By squeezing the handles together, the punch will move down the channel, cutting out a slug of metal.
- A scribe line can be followed by looking down on work in this position. A slot is formed by making successive cuts.
- To make sharp 90 degree turn, pull the tool out of the slot. Turn the work 90 degrees and the tool again.
- By turning the tool before each cut, a 5/16" (7.9mm) minimum radius can be cut.
- Almost any size or shape hole can be cut by starting with a 3/8" (9.5mm) hole.