12" Manual Multi-Purpose Shear | Baileigh Industrial

The 12″ manual shear cuts mild steel sheet, flat bar stock, and angle iron within its rated capacity. It handles multiple cross-sections without changing tooling, making it a versatile bench tool for fabrication shops that cut mixed stock throughout the day. Aluminum and softer metals cut with even less effort.

Rated capacity varies by material type and cross-section profile. Mild steel sheet capacity is listed in the product specifications. Working at or below rated gauge ensures clean cuts without blade deflection. Cutting thicker material than rated will damage the blade and compromise cut quality over time.

No. The shear is entirely manual, operated by a lever handle. No electrical connection, air supply, or hydraulic line is needed. This makes it ideal for mobile fabrication setups, outdoor sites, and shops without convenient power outlet placement near the workbench or cutting area.

A multi-purpose shear includes multiple blade configurations or shearing stations for different profiles - sheet, flat bar, and angle iron - in one unit. A standard bench shear typically handles sheet metal only. The Baileigh multi-purpose design reduces the number of tools needed for a full fabrication shop.

Mount the shear to a solid bench or stand using the bolt holes in the base. Set the blade gap for your material thickness following the manual specifications. Blade gap that is too wide produces a burr; too tight risks blade damage. Check gap with a feeler gauge and adjust before your first cut.