Our 8" Metal Shear is a must for metal fabrication work. Cuts flat mild, stainless steel, rod steel, non-ferrous metal, vinyl and plastic plate. This shear bolts right to your bench or tabletop. •Mild steel cut thickness: 3/16" •Stainless steel cut thickness: 1/8" •Steel rod cut thickness: 1/2" •Aluminum cut thickness: 1/4" •Copper cut thickness: 3/16"