Power Shears Near Me (6 items found)

Power shears are essential power tools for cutting through various materials quickly and efficiently. Whether you're working on metal fabrication or home improvement projects, they can save you time and effort. Ace Hardware offers a wide selection of electric and battery-powered shears from brands like DeWalt and Milwaukee.

Are Cordless Shears as Strong as Electric Metal Shears?

Cordless shears offer the convenience of portability and flexibility, but they may have slightly less power compared to electric shears. However, modern cordless shears are designed to provide robust performance for most tasks. Find a detailed breakdown below.

Battery-Powered Shears

• Portability: Cordless shears offer the convenience of mobility and flexibility. They are ideal for tasks that require movement and access to areas without power outlets.
• Power: Modern battery power shears are designed to provide robust performance, but they may have slightly less power compared to corded shears. Battery life and runtime can vary, so it’s important to choose a model with sufficient battery capacity for your needs.
• Ease of use: Cordless shears are user-friendly and eliminate the hassle of tangled cords, making them perfect for quick and efficient cutting.

Corded Power Shears

• Consistent power: Electric shears provide consistent and reliable power, making them suitable for heavy-duty tasks and continuous use.
• Higher power output: Corded shears generally offer higher power output compared to cordless models, ensuring efficient cutting of thicker and tougher materials.
• No battery limitations: Since corded shears are powered directly from an electrical outlet, there are no concerns about battery life or runtime, allowing for uninterrupted work.

Single Cut Vs. Double Cut Shears

Single-cut and double-cut shears are used for cutting sheet metal, but they differ in design and application.

• Single cut shears: These shears move a sharpened blade against a fixed blade to make clean cuts without waste. Single-cut shears are excellent for cutting heavier gauge metal and can handle straighter or gently curved cuts with a large turning radius. However, they cause more distortion to the metal, like raised edges.
• Double cut shears: These shears use two moving blades that remove a thin strip of metal, creating a waste “curl” or strip as they cut. The result is two smooth, parallel edges with minimal distortion to the workpiece. They are best for straight cuts but can handle tighter curves better than single-cut shears.

What Are Fiber Cement Shears?

Fiber cement shears are specialized tools designed to cut through fiber cement materials like siding and backer board. They provide clean, precise cuts with minimal dust, great for indoor and outdoor use, and can handle thicknesses up to 0.5 inches. Fiber cement shears are perfect for creating straight, right-angle, curve and circle cuts, ensuring versatility and efficiency in your projects.

Choosing Metal or Cement Shears

Find everything you need in your cordless and electric shears with a variety of precision, speed and safety features, including the following elements. 

• Variable speed triggers:Adjust your cut speed as you work with electric power shears featuring a variable speed option. 
• LED lighting:Improve visibility with a pair of electric shears featuring a built-in LED light. Shop models with a delay after trigger release to ensure you can see easily, even after the blade is turned off. 
• Ergonomic design:Enjoy improved comfort for long hours of work with power tools featuring ergonomic tactile grips. 
• Lightweight build:Take your power shears on the road with portable designs crafted from lightweight and durable materials.

Shop Cement & Metal Shears Near You at Ace Hardware

Tackle even the toughest sheet metal with a pair of fiber cement or electric metal shears near you at Ace. Explore single and double cut models in an array of portable and ergonomic designs. Complete your metalworking setup with a jig saw, band saw or reciprocating saw for a tool collection that's ready for any job.