Fein
Fein BLS 2.5 E shear 2.9 A single cut 1 700 spm 12 ga steel 19 ga stainless 360° swivel 16.4 ft cord
Cuts 12 gauge steel and 19 gauge stainless at up to 1,700 spm with 360 degree swivel head and 16.4 ft cord
- TypePower Tools and Accessories
- ColorTransparent
- Cuts 12-gauge steel cleanly with 2.9 A motor
- Handles 19-gauge stainless at up to 1 700 spm
- Variable speed from 800 to 1 700 spm for control
- 360° swivel head follows tight 3/4 in radius curves
- 4 ft cord gives wide reach without extension
FEIN BLS 2.5 E Shear for Sheet Metal
The FEIN BLS 2.5 E shear cuts sheet metal with a single-cut action at up to 1 700 strokes per minute. It handles steel up to 12 gauge and stainless steel up to 19 gauge. A 360-degree swivel head and 16.4 ft cord give freedom of movement around the workpiece.
Best for Straight and Curved Sheet-Metal Cuts
This tool suits fabricators and maintenance crews who need clean scroll cuts in thin gauge metal with a minimum radius of 3/4 in. It is not for cutting plate thicker than 12 gauge steel or 19 gauge stainless, nor for users who need a double-cut or nibbler action for wider kerf removal.
Corded Electric Operation with Variable Speed
The 2.9 A motor runs on standard mains power and delivers 800 to 1 700 spm for material-matched speed control. No battery platform or compressor is required, freeing bench space and eliminating charge cycles. The long cord reaches across a workbay without an extension lead.
Highlights
- Cuts 12-gauge steel cleanly with 2.9 A motor
- Handles 19-gauge stainless at up to 1 700 spm
- Variable speed from 800 to 1 700 spm for control
- 360° swivel head follows tight 3/4 in radius curves
- 4 ft cord gives wide reach without extension
Specifications
| Brand | FEIN |
|---|---|
| Type | Power Tools and Accessories |
| Color | Transparent |
Questions about this item
What power source is needed to run the 2.9 A motor?
Connect the 16.4 ft cord to a standard mains outlet; the tool draws 2.9 A and requires no battery or separate transformer.
Can the 360° swivel head still manoeuvre when cutting thicker 12 ga steel?
Yes, the head rotates a full 360° regardless of material, so you can follow curves in 12 ga steel or thinner 19 ga stainless without repositioning the handle.
How do I confirm the shear is delivering the rated 1 700 spm under load?
Listen for a steady, high-pitched stroke rhythm and verify clean, burr-free edges on 12 ga steel at the 3/4 in minimum radius; a drop in speed or ragged cuts signals an issue.
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