First Cut Sheet Metal

Whenever it comes to cutting any sheet metal the first and foremost concern is how thick the cut will be.

First cut sheet metal.

When the tin snips are in good contact with the sheet metal use your fingers to squeeze the handles and make the first cut. It can cut sheet metals both in gauge and inches fractions. And just like wires the answer is derived in the unit of the gauge. It involves a bit of more work but the good thing is that most of the tools required are very basic.

First cut has made major strides into the capital equipment industry in recent years and in particular sheet metal processing. To sidestep these rookie mistakes selecting the right tool is the crucial first step in how to cut sheet metal. First cut s philosophy is to align itself with leading manufacturers around the world and in the sheet metal industry is proud to introduce some of the top international names to the local market. Continue to cut through the metal sheet.

Work slowly and inspect the metal afterward for an even cut before making subsequent cuts in the metal. Make your first cut in the sheet metal. A variety of tools hammer and chisel angle grinder or hacksaw to name a few. First cut s 60 years of commitment to the cutting industry enable a proudly south african experience on a global scale.

The snips should align well with the lines that you want to cut. For most diyers on the other hand this is the preferred choice when it comes to cutting sheet metal. Once your tin snips make contact with the sheet metal squeeze the handles with your fingers to make the first cut. Dedicated and knowledgeable staff and engineers are available for advice and support creating peace of mind in the knowledge that our customers equipment and therefore their operations are in good hands.

The tool that is used to measure this thickness is called sheet metal gauge. Once you align your snips with the metal sheet clamp the metal sheet in place on the work table for perfect cuts.