What can I use to cut used sheet metal into designs?
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Hi Shauneen, this is Peggy. Hope this helps you get your sheet metal cut into the designs you want. Cutting
More items...•Jun 24, 2015
How to Choose, Cut, and Bend Sheet Metal | Make: - Makezine
https://makezine.com › 2015/06/24 › skill-builder-working-with-sheet-metal
”sheet metal” is a very Broad term. Are you talking mild steel? Are you talking aluminum?.
If the methods that Peggy described above, aren’t enough, then you need to get at least a saber saw, with metal cutting blades.
Tinsnips as mentioned by another poster are what professional tinners use. They come in straight, angled and curved cuts. You can also use electric snips
A jigsaw with a metal cutting blade might be the easiest and fastest way to go. You can get a base model for under $30 if you don’t have one or don’t have a family member or friend to borrow one from. If you do a fair amount of work it would also be a nice addition to your tools.
How big are the pieces you are wanting to cut?
Please tell us a little more about your project so that we can offer you some suggestions particular to your situation.