Cutting Round Sheet Metal Duct

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Cutting round sheet metal duct.

There are two types electric and manual. Aviator snips work fine to cut holes in a trunk line but only if there s enough space. Galvanized sheet metal ducts from the duct shop s hvac ductwork is manufactured from high quality galvanized steel in 3 foot lengths for easy handling. Customers can choose different lock seam closing machine on the basis of sheet thickness and duct length.

You ll need a drill sheet metal snips a start collar. Measurements for inches and centimeters are molded into body. A hole cutter works great in tight spots when replacing ductwork. If you re dealing with close quarters and you own a right angle drill or attachment you may want to invest in a sheet metal hole cutter.

Sheet metal duct pipe fittings page 1 of 211. Switch and receptacle spacer. Any tin snips will work for this. There are two ways to cut round ducts.

Use for 24 gauge steel and 26 gauge stainless steel. But when you come to the thicker locking seam you ll need the extra leverage of compound snips. There are three types electric pneumatic and hydraulic machines. In this video we show you the best and safest way to cut a round hole into a can or rectangular duct.

There are many other tools and methods used to cut sheet metal ducts including hole cutters roto zips hole saws and even jigsaws. Photo 3 shows how to cut through thick metal. The klein tools hole cutter will cut 2 in. The grooving machine is used to bead round duct to strengthen round tube with the big diameter.

Amazon link to great products that every diyer and handyman should know about. Dia holes in sheet metal. Tin snips with red colored handles can also cut straight lines and tighter curves to the left. Inch and centimeter measurement scales are molded into the body for accurate hole diameters.

20 in x 25 in x 16 in duct square to round. 51 mm to 305 mm holes in up to 24 gauge steel and 26 gauge stainless steel. Round duct grooving beading machine. 30 ga insulated box.

Mark the cut line or area on sheet metal with a felt tip marker. Keep in mind that the cut edges of sheet metal are very sharp. First if you want to cut a duct near the middle and use both ends mark and cut the duct before snapping it together. One end of each piece is crimped for easy fitting of consecutive joints or to sheet metal fittings and flexible duct.