Designed with shorter jaws to handle the stress of cutting heavy materials and tight curves.
Snips Technical Information: Types and Uses
Snips come in a wide range of models and are essential tools for both industrial and DIY cutting tasks. They are indispensable to maintenance professionals and workers in industries like sheet metal, appliances, aerospace, automotive, electrical, and construction.
Compound Action Snips
Compound action snips multiply hand force, providing significantly greater cutting power. Originally designed for tough aircraft alloys—hence the name 'aviation snips'—they've become the preferred choice for metalworking professionals. These snips are available in a variety of versions:
Bulldog
Left Cutting
Designed for cutting from tight curves to straight lines on the left.
Right Cutting
Designed for cutting from tight curves to straight lines on the right.
Offset Jaw
Keeps the user's hand above and clear of the cutting material for improved safety and control.
Pipe and Duct
Ideal for cutting duct shapes, seams, sheet metal, vinyl tiles, and plastic laminates.
Straight Cutting
Designed for straight, left, or right cuts in light materials.
Special Series
Equipped with specially hardened jaws for cutting exotic metals.
Tinners Snips
Designed for cutting straight lines and curves where resistance is low. A traditional tool in sheet metal, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing trades. Available in various versions:
Duckbill Pattern: Ideal for cutting tight curves and straight lines.
Offset/Bent Pattern: Features offset blades that keep the user’s hand elevated and clear of the cutting material.
Straight Pattern: Designed for cutting straight lines and wide curves, with flat jaws that guide the tool smoothly.