Other Cut-off Tools

Fig.1, Tin Snips Tin snips are used for cutting thin sheet material and there are three basic types, straight left hand and right hand.

Fig.2, Pliers Pliers can be used to cut wire and thin rod and are also used for bending and holding.

Fig.3, Side Cutters Side cutters are typically used to cut copper wire or other soft material, cutting steel can cause damage to the cutting edge.

Fig.4, Utility Knife The utility knife as shown in the photograph is typically used to cur rubber, paper and other soft materials.

Fig.5, Circle Cutter The circle cutter is a very useful tool for cutting round shapes out of soft materials e.g Gaskets.

Fig.6, Saw for Woodwork The photograph shows and example of the many saws available for the cutting of timber. Although they are not used for curing metal, the need to cut timber can often occur in a metalworking shop.