Sheet Metal Shear JS1601

The Makita JN1601 is a professional metal nibbler designed for clean and precise straight or curved cutting in flat and corrugated sheet metal. The tool cuts without significant deformation and is ideal for roofing sheets, ventilation ducts, and industrial metalworking applications. A powerful 550 W motor and a 360° rotatable die ensure excellent performance and manoeuvrability. 

Key features:

• Powerful 550 W motor – delivers consistent and accurate cutting performance. 
• Cutting capacity in mild steel up to 1.6 mm (400 N/mm²) – suitable for most steel applications. 
• Stainless steel up to 1.2 mm (600 N/mm²) – effective cutting in tougher materials. 
• 360° rotatable die – easy handling for complex shapes and profiles. 
• Tight cutting radii – ideal for curved cuts:
  
  

- inside radius: 45 mm

- outside radius: 50 mm 

• Slim and ergonomic body design – comfortable grip and reduced operator fatigue.
• Lock‑on slide switch – ideal for continuous operation.

Technical specifications:

• Power supply: 230 V (corded / mains powered)
• Power input: 550 W
• Cutting capacity:

- mild steel (up to 400 N/mm²): 1.6 mm

- stainless steel (up to 600 N/mm²): 1.2 mm

- stainless steel (up to 800 N/mm²): 0.8 mm

- aluminium: up to 2.5 mm

• Strokes per minute: 2,200 spm
• Minimum cutting radius:
  
  

- inside: 45 mm

- outside: 50 mm

• Weight (without cable): 1.6 kg
• Power cord length: 2.0 m
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 261 × 75 × 177 mm