JS1602
16 Gauge Shear
16 Gauge Shear
  • POWER : Powerful 3.3 AMP motor delivers 4,000 SPM for the most demanding applications
  • COMFORT : Small circumference barrel grip (only 2-1/4”)
  • PERFORMANCE : Engineered for continuous operation in 16 gauge mild steel and 18 gauge stainless steel
  • CONVENIENCE : Lock-on slide switch for continuous operation; built-in thickness gauge
  • INCLUDES : Wrench, shear blade set

The Makita 16 Gauge Shear (model JS1602) combines power and improved ergonomics for a range of metal cutting applications. The powerful 3.3 AMP motor delivers 4,000 SPM, with a minimum cutting radius of 1-3/16” for precision applications. Additional features include a lock-on switch for continuous operation, and a built-in thickness gauge for added convenience.

The JS1602 weighs only 3.4 lbs. with a small circumference barrel grip (only 2-1/4”) for added comfort. The JS1602 is engineered for cutting sheet metal and metal decking, and is ideal for a full range of applications including production sheet metal, architectural sheet metal, sheet metal fabrication, decking, roofing, signs, and more.

  • Powerful 3.3 AMP motor delivers 4,000 SPM for the most demanding applications
  • Smaller circumference barrel grip (only 2-1/4”) for added comfort
  • Refined design at only 3.4 lbs. for increased control
  • Lock-on slide switch for continuous operation
  • Built-in thickness gauge for added convenience
  • Engineered for continuous operation in 16 gauge mild steel and 18 gauge stainless steel
  • Large easily replaceable blades with 8 cutting edge each
  • Engineered to cut without the material loss in kerf typically associated with nibblers
  • Highly visible line-of-sight for precise pattern following
  • Engineered for cutting sheet metal and metal decking
  • Capacity (aluminum, ga.) : 13 ga.
  • Capacity (mild steel, ga.) : 16 ga.
  • Capacity (stainless, ga.) : 18 ga.
  • Strokes Per Minute : 4,000 SPM
  • AMPS : 3.3
  • Overall Length : 12-1/2"
  • Net Weight : 3.4 lbs.
  • Cutting Radius : 1-3/16"
  • 360° Rotating Head : No
  • Power Type : Corded
  • Shipping Weight : 4.85 lbs.
  • UPC Code : 088381-634120
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