RS PRO Straight Tin Snip This pair of RS PRO straight blade pliers is an effective solution if you need to cut into sheet metal. It's designed for a scissor-like action that provides a powerful cutting force without the need for any machinery. The tool's blades are made from a high-carbon stainless steel material that has an excellent level of toughness and sturdiness to give you a straight and precise cut. This material is highly durable, and its sandblasted finish makes it particularly rust-proof and resistant to corrosion, so the pliers will offer you reliable cutting over a long lifespan. There's also a return spring installed between the pliers' handles, which improves safety and ease of use. This product is capable of cutting steel with a thickness of up to 0.8 mm. It's an ideal tool for workshops and industrial manufacturing environments, as well as construction applications. Features and Benefits - Straight cut - Maximum cutting thickness of 0.8 mm (steel) - Sandblasted finish - High-carbon steel material - Manufactured in conformity with international ANSI/ESD S20.20:2014 and European BS EN 61340-5-1:2007 standards for electrostatic control