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Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue

Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue

Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue
$ 329.00

Score By Feature

Based on 74 ratings
Delivery
9.15
Value for money
9.23
Packaging
8.91
Giftable
9.36

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Product Description

This is a powerful For the most demanding applications, this 3 AMP motor offers 4,000 SPM
For added comfort, the barrel grip circumference is only 2-1/4"
With only 3 lines of code, this is a highly refined design. The weight is 4 pounds. The goal is to increase
The slide switch locks onto operation for continuous use
The thickness gauge is built into the product for
This is a powerful The most demanding operations can be handled with a 3 amp motor that delivers 4,000 SPM
For Added Comfort, a smaller barrel grip (only 2-1/4") is available
At only 3, you can refine your design. The weight is 4 pounds. Controlled for increased efficiency
Continuity of operation is assured by the lock-on switch
A built-in gauge for measuring thickness is an added convenience

Questions & Answers

What are the cutting capabilities of this cutter for stainless steel 20 gauge?

The answer is yes. Cutting sheetmetal for car projects is one of the main uses of this tool

Is this shear capable of cutting a radius both in the right direction and in the It is capable of cutting a minimum radius, how large can it be?

My radius on 18 gauge has been cut down to roughly 3 inches in both directions. That would be a much tighter cut.

Do you think this tool will cut flat or curved metals? Forming metal into a curve or stamping metal with preforms. Having to remove the floor of the car for replacement is necessary. ?

attempted to cut steel corrugated pole barn metal, but it didn't I've tried it on flat panels and it seems to work. Cutting sections of vehicle floors with a sawzall, equipped with short metal cutting blades, and a cheap air powered hacksaw has been my experience.

What type of case does this come with?

You will not receive a carrying case with it

Selected User Reviews For Makita JS1602 16 Gauge Shear, Blue

I did not get the results I was hoping for but they were still helpful in certain circumstances
3/5

There could be a better way to do this. Basically, it's good for trimming the perimeter, but if you try to cut a piece in half requiring two pieces, the cutting process will damage one of the pieces.

Astrid Swanson
Astrid Swanson
| Jul 23, 2021
All my life I have been wondering where you are
5/5

It is top notch. It is easy to use and makes straight cuts. I have used it on aluminum diamond plate and I was extremely happy with its performance. Let's admit that I am not an expert tin knocker, but this is an excellent machine when compared to a nibbler.

Cheyenne Rollins
Cheyenne Rollins
| Jan 14, 2021
Despite being disappointed, Hubby left the store
3/5

This is his third shear, which he says is useless. He does HVAC so he has had multiple shears in the past.

Deborah Gentry
Deborah Gentry
| Feb 18, 2021
A quality product
4/5

It works great for ripping sheet without excessive dimpling, and making turns is easy with it, as always. I've only owned it for about a month but it has a lot of power and is rugged and very reliable. My only issue with the thumb switch is that it's a little small.

Titan Hull
Titan Hull
| Mar 23, 2021
All right
5/5

All right.

Willa Baker
Willa Baker
| Aug 06, 2021
A great tool to use
5/5

A great tool to use. It would have been nice to have bought one of these many.

Kamdyn Conrad
Kamdyn Conrad
| Aug 14, 2021
Shears made by Makita
5/5

I like it a lot.

Claire Rush
Claire Rush
| Nov 25, 2020
This product is great
5/5

It's the best on the market and is very quiet.

Rayna Donovan
Rayna Donovan
| Dec 08, 2020

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