Woodward Fab 12" Throatless Hand Shear - Woodward Fab

The Woodward Fab 12" Throatless Hand Shear (SPHS12) is engineered for professional fabricators and workshops that demand precise, controlled cuts in sheet metal. Its unique throatless design eliminates material length limitations, enabling continuous straight, curved, and irregular cuts on large panels for custom automotive bodywork, HVAC, and industrial fabrication tasks.

Key Features

• Throatless Design: This innovative feature permits unlimited length cuts in sheet metal, accommodating large panels for projects such as floor pans, patch panels, and custom bodywork without material binding.
• High-Chrome Blades: Equipped with high-chrome blades, the shear delivers smooth, accurate cuts with minimal material distortion, thereby reducing the need for extensive cleanup and deburring in professional settings.
• Robust Cutting Capacity: Capable of handling up to 3/16" mild steel sheet and 3/8" round bar, this tool provides versatility for a broad range of automotive chassis work, light industrial fabrication, and various metalworking applications.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Featuring a rigid, 65 lb steel frame, the shear ensures exceptional stability during operation, promoting consistent, controlled cuts and minimizing operator fatigue over extended use.
• Manual Precision: The hand-operated design offers direct control and tactile feedback, enhancing accuracy for intricate designs and tight radii without reliance on external power sources.

Applications

This hand shear is well-suited for a variety of professional applications, including automotive restoration and the fabrication of custom body panels, patch panels, and structural repairs for both domestic and import vehicles. It also proves valuable in HVAC shops for precise ductwork and flashing, in race and off-road fabrication for creating custom tabs and mounts, and in educational facilities requiring durable and safe metalworking instruction.

Specifications

• Model: SPHS12
• Cutting Capacity: Up to 3/16" mild steel
• Round Bar Capacity: Up to 3/8"
• Blade Length: 12"
• Weight: 65 lbs
• Dimensions: 22" x 20" x 7"