Sheet Metal Shear
Make: Peck, Stow & Wilcox Co.
Model: G-52
Ace: Brady Pfeiffer (bpfeiffer21@georgefox.edu).
Location: Machine Shop
Description
The shear is used for making straight cuts in sheet metal as well as other materials. The shearing blade is powered by applying force to the foot bar located in front of the machine. To prevent damage to yourself and or the machine make sure you obey the following rules:
- Maximum aluminum material thickness you can cut with this machine is .07" x full width.
- Maximum mild steel thickness you can cut with this machine is .06" x 12" wide
- Maximum stainless steel thickness you can cut with this machine is .04" x 12" (ask before cutting stainless steel)
- NEVER attempt to cut round stock or wire on the shear.
- Plastics can be cut up to 1/8" thick x the blade width.
- Ask Justin or Nick G. prior to cutting any other materials.
- Always use the cam lock bar to hold material prior to cutting.
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Documentation
Terminology
- Foot Pedal:
- Hold Down:
- Hold Down Handles:
User Manual
Training
Overview
For the demonstration you will need to show you have understanding of the machine and setup the shear for a cut. You will need select a piece of material for the demonstration and draw a cut line. You will need to align the mark with the machine blade and safely make the cut.
Demonstration
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General Procedure
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Safety
Fingers must be kept away from the blade at all times. Never place your hand or fingers near the blade.
Certification
Foxtale Quiz
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
General maintenance
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Specific Maintenance Tasks
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