Description of π§ DEWALT DW890 Swivel Gauge Shear
The metal shear has powerful, 5 amp, all ball bearing motor for long life. The electric metal shear head swivels 360 degree for cutting convenience. The electric metal shear cuts 7/32-inch strip, which continuously curls out of cutting area for clear line of sight. Variable speed dial allows user to vary speed for specific materials and various applications (100-350 spm). Cuts radius of 5-1/2-inch and larger. Powerful, 5.0 Amp, all ball-bearing motor for long life. Head swivels 360 degree for cutting convenience. Cuts 7/32-inch strip which continuously curls out of cutting area for clear line of sight. Variable speed dial allows user to vary speed for specific materials and various applications (100-350 spm). Cuts radius of 5-1/2-inch and larger.
I use this tool a lot! The tool can be held in different ways. A very similar "Kett" instrument does not have a trigger lock. I wish the cable came out the top of the motor and kept it away from the metal being cut. (Do you hear Dewalt?)
Pros
Speed control allows user to change speed for specific materials and different applications (100-350rpm)
I love this product because I hand cut 20 gauge and it worked great! The turning radius is quite large. I've never tried to see how tight I could twist it since I didn't have a 4" x 4" sheet, meaning it's not too good for circular cuts.
The tool was a bit difficult to install on a flat piece of 22 gauge mild steel. When I positioned it correctly, it cut very well. Upon inspection, I found that one of the blades was not properly sharpened, causing the tool not to sit flat. I called DeWalt support and they confirmed that the blade wasn't sharpened properly. I'm returning the tool and Revain is replacing it, the only problem is the 3 week lead time, hopefully things will get better and I'll give maybe 4 or 5 stars for an updateβ¦
Pros
Powerful 5.0 amp motor, all ball bearings for long life