Judy Ellis's Featured Tool - Sheet Metal Disc Cutter

Featured Tool - Sheet Metal Disc Cutter

by Judy Ellis

Whether you're cutting tin, plated gold, silver or brass, no jewelry-making kit is complete without a full assortment of sheet metal cutters. Check your tool kit today. Are you missing any of these essential metal cutters?

If you are not familiar with Sheet Metal Disc Cutters, then this might be a good introduction to them for you. If you are familiar with how they work, then this hopefully will be a great refresher. Let's take a look at them.

Instructions

What is a "Disc Cutter"?

A disc cutter is a specialized, hand-held tool used for cutting sheet metal shapes and is generally used with a brass mallet.

Large Disc Cutter

Large cutter features five sizes ranging from 1/2″ to 1″. Cut perfect circles every time!

The holes have been drilled, reamed and then honed to make the finest and cleanest cutter available.

The punches are oil-quenched tool steel and drawn for hardness and durability.

The bottom base is case-hardened and ground. Cuts metal up to 14 gauge. Measures 3″ x 2-3/4″. Weighs 2 lbs 12 oz.

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Small Disc Cutter, 7 Pieces

This small cutter features seven sizes ranging from 1/8″ to 1/2″. Cut perfect circles every time!

The holes have been drilled, reamed and then honed to make the finest and cleanest cutter available.

The punches are oil-quenched tool steel and drawn for hardness and durability.

The bottom base is case-hardened and ground. Cuts metal up to 14 gauge. Measures 2″ x 2″. Weighs 1 lbs. 10 oz.

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Disc Cutter with 9 Shapes

The possibilities are endless with this precision-made, case-hardened steel nine shape disc cutter.

Best for use with a maximum of 18 gauge non-ferrous metal, punches have a sharp cutting end and a beveled end for striking.

Each of the nine shapes measure approximately 1/2″ - 5/8″.

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A closer look at what the Nine Shape Disc Cutter can do!

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Lindstrom Multi-Purpose Shear, 5-3/4 Inches

Lindstrom shear precisely cuts through 16 gauge soft wire and 20 gauge soft sheet.

With ergonomic cushion grip handles this shear is a pleasure compared to others.

The blades are 57-59 Rockwell for long life.

The return spring has the right amount of tension to return the blades to the open position. Length 5-3/4.