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Power Tools
News Release from: Metabo | Subject: New Ku 6872 i
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 10 October 2005
Shear from Metabo for portable and
stationary use
Metabo Corporation offers a compact 16-gauge shear that functions either as a portable tool or a stationary one, significantly increasing the versatility of the tool.
Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, now offers a compact 16-gauge shear that functions either as a portable tool or a stationary one, significantly increasing the versatility of the tool The new Ku 6872 is ideal for burr-free cutting, shearing and trimming of sheet metal and plastic
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 11 Jul 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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The Ku 6872 easily mounts upside down on a tool bench, which quickly converts it from a portable tool to a stationary one for use with small pieces of material.
The shear is easily operated with one hand in either the portable or stationary position and a lock-on switch provides better control.
A metal strip on the top serves as a rest when the tool is not being used.
The shear's blades feature four cutting edges that do not require sharpening.
The heavy-duty cutting head and drop-forged base provide for accurate cutting.
The 5.2 amp tool offers a maximum torque of 26.5 inch-lbs., 5,300 no load strokes per minute (SPM) and a capacity of 16 GA in mild steel and 18 GA in mild stainless steel.
The minimum cutting radius is 5/8".
The Ku 6872 measures only 9" and weighs 4.8 lbs.
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