Double Headed Metal Nibbler

432 reviews for Double Headed Metal Nibbler

1. Hamza GarrisonVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I am using this tool to cut shapes out of 20 gauge sheet metal. It has its limitations, but does a great job at "freehanding" shapes, curves and angle...More

   I am using this tool to cut shapes out of 20 gauge sheet metal. It has its limitations, but does a great job at "freehanding" shapes, curves and angles. It does very little to distort the metal at the cut, nothing that a little grinding and filing won't fix. The width of the cut (kerf?) is around 1/8"-1/4", but if you plan your cut around this, it's not an issue. Have not tried a straight line cut, but if you fashion a fence for it, I believe it would do that as well. I have not attempted any cutting on heavier gauge metal, but it does 20 to 24 gauge effortlessly. Way better than tin snips or any other handheld nibbler. Learning curve is simple, just use a good drill that will do the stated RPM's and you are off and running.
   Matthias MullenVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   least expensive way to get into using a nibbler. I looked at one even that makita makes that costs around 5-600 dollars and will do 10 gauge and other...More

   least expensive way to get into using a nibbler. I looked at one even that makita makes that costs around 5-600 dollars and will do 10 gauge and others but the idea of a dedicated power source kind of puts the nibbler out of the budget of a lot of people. I was look at the ones like this that use your own drill to power it and it came back to replacement parts. This kit actually gives you three head and the nibbling shafts as well. It worked like a charm. I need to cut into the bed of my 1973 ford truck and it just ate that truck bed up. Very nice cutting edges as well. I see lots of applications for this and only 40 bucks cant beat that.
   Clayton OchoaVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I bought this nibbler to do some auto body work, and had low expectations for a tool this inexpensive. I tell you what though, this nibbler impressed ...More

   I bought this nibbler to do some auto body work, and had low expectations for a tool this inexpensive. I tell you what though, this nibbler impressed me. It cuts sheet metal quick and easy, while leaving a smooth edge. No extra grinding required because the nibbler doesn't leave burrs. It also allows for smooth direction changes in your cut. I was able to lay a paper template over my workpiece and just use the nibller to follow the pattern with no problems.It comes with 3 heads, a replacement blade, and even a nice metal box to hold everything. Considering this costs even less than a hand nibbler, you can't go wrong. I'm still on my first blade and even if this thing breaks now, I've gotten my money's worth and would buy another one.The one thing you have to look out for are the slivers of metal that are created when you cut. They get everywhere. Lay something down under your workpiece to catch them and have your shop vac handy.
   Jed GriffithsVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I had to cut 2 ft X 2 ft window openings in several steel doors, and decided to try one of these rather than fighting it with a saber saw. I expected ...More

   I had to cut 2 ft X 2 ft window openings in several steel doors, and decided to try one of these rather than fighting it with a saber saw. I expected the foam core to present problems, but after quickly cutting through 48 feet of steel in the doors it was still cutting great. Because of the complaints many have had about the sharp little shavings produced by the tool, I used a shop vac to collect them as I cut. I got my money's worth just on this project, and it's still performing like new, so I am delighted with the purchase and looking for other things to use it on. Quieter than a saber saw and no bent, broken, or worn out blades. Definitely recommend this if you have sheet metal work which doesn't lend itself to the tools you already have in hand.
   Randall McdougallVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I used this to cut circles in metal roofing for the vent pipes. It did a real good job. Just measure and scribe the circle, pop a starter hole with a ...More

   I used this to cut circles in metal roofing for the vent pipes. It did a real good job. Just measure and scribe the circle, pop a starter hole with a drill bit and it took a few seconds with this tool on a cordless drill and it was done. Easiest holes I ever cut! Note: it would be slow cutting on a long cut with a drill like I used. The seller recommends 3000rpm and my cordless was only 1800rpm. With 3000rpm it will probably cut pretty darn fast. I will try that in the future. At the price point of this(16.00) I have to give it 5 stars. Only time will tell as to durability.
   Eleni HaydenVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I was skeptical about how well this item was going to work based on what similar models were being sold for on other sites. This is simply a case wher...More

   I was skeptical about how well this item was going to work based on what similar models were being sold for on other sites. This is simply a case where "you get what you pay for" is dead wrong.I was absolutely speechless by how easily this tool literally ate it's way through the steel plate I had been grinding away at two days before with the ever trusty 4 1/2 inch grinder with a cut wheel in order to create the design drawn onto the surface. There is a slight learning curve as to which way the tool needs to face in order to fulfill the needs but after about two or three minutes I was happily and quickly on my way.If I had any concerns it is that this thing produces a LOT of curled steel bits that fall away and the cut path is approx 1/8 or 3/16 of an inch wide.Well worth the money spent and at this price you could almost get three for what others are selling one for. AND..you have an extra bit for when the first one ever goes dull. (remember to always use lubricating oil)
   Jackson HaworthVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Damn good tool. I have a $300 Makita electric nibbler and a Chicago pneumatic air nibbler. Their dies and punches don’t last long as one side of this ...More

   Damn good tool. I have a $300 Makita electric nibbler and a Chicago pneumatic air nibbler. Their dies and punches don’t last long as one side of this one. They also cost as much as two of these! ( the dies and punches). You get two sides, ability to cut tighter radius’s longer wear, twice the value and better performance! Metal artist for 6 years, working 20 ga sheet metal. All of them that look like this are the same and imported, take your pick! Probably all made in the same factory! Two thumbs up! My plasma torch is lonesome now!
   Jaxson PembertonVerified Purchase

   Rated 4 out of 5

   Product seems good, but can be slow for long cuts. Also, it's somewhat difficult to go through tall ribs of a steel roofing panel (need to bend the to...More

   Product seems good, but can be slow for long cuts. Also, it's somewhat difficult to go through tall ribs of a steel roofing panel (need to bend the tool around the contours). Took me about 10 minutes to make one cut lengthwise on a 12' sheet of metal roofing. I realize the time will depend on the drill speed - I used a cordless drill on high speed (still took about 8-10 minutes per cut). The product does work good though and I don't regret buying it. Makes a nice clean cut and had no problem going through steel roofing. If you need to make rounded cuts then this is the tool for you. If you have a lot of long cuts to make in steel roofing panels metal shears or an abrasive blade will be a lot faster.
   Ritchie WinterVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I will not say it is for someone that would use a nibbler on a daily basis. There are a few times, like maybe once a year or so, that I need a tool li...More

   I will not say it is for someone that would use a nibbler on a daily basis. There are a few times, like maybe once a year or so, that I need a tool like this. Have made do with what I had and it was more work than needed. Today I got my nibbler for this years project and it worked perfectly. Very happy with the tools performance and it made my project go so smoothly and fast. Now I am thinking I might have to use thin metal for more of my projects based on how well this worked.
   Ellie-Rose RodriquezVerified Purchase

   Rated 5 out of 5

   I'm one of those that have been struggling with tin snips, Dremel tool, and other methods taught by my father. I was looking through the web on how to...More

   I'm one of those that have been struggling with tin snips, Dremel tool, and other methods taught by my father. I was looking through the web on how to cut curves in sheet metal and found this. It is easy to use and freehand guide along a curve. I actually looped a wire around the head, anchored the other end to a screw and cut a near perfect inside hole 11" diameter. It leaves small chips behind, so I cut over a cardboard box.