Technical Specifications

TSHD – TurboShear Heavy Duty by Malco
Now turn your power drill into a Heavy Duty power shear! Malco’s unique TSHD attaches to your
existing cordless or A/C drill to go where the work is.
The rugged but inexpensive TurboShear HD cuts straight and to the left and makes fast cuts in material
thickness up to 18-gauge galvanized steel. Cutting applications include both ferrous and non-ferrous sheet
metals, metal roofing/building panels, vinyl, steel mesh, ductwork, even the thick metal of furnace jackets,
equipment enclosures or automotive body panels.
For premium performance without the premium price of a dedicated power shear, TURBOSHEAR HD is
an easy addition to every tool box.
FAQ’s
What materials will the turbo shear cut?
TSHD - cuts 18-gauge (1.32 mm) galvanized steel (HVAC duct work, auto body panels), 20-gauge (.82
mm) non hardened carbon steel and stainless steel (metal roofing panels), 14-gauge (1.54 mm) aluminum
(trim coil, flashing), and .100 inch (2.55 mm) copper (metal roofing, gutters).
The TSHD is also rated to cut 20-gauge (.82 mm) spiral duct work.
How clean is the cut?
TSHD - The Turboshear metal cutting series will make clean cuts throughout the range of thicknesses of
material listed above. The tool will need to be adjusted when going from very thin to thick material and
vice versa.
How do you adjust the tool to get the optimum cut?
TSHD - The clearance between the cutting jaws is adjustable in order to achieve the optimum cut for thick
or thin material. To adjust, locate the 3/16” set screw on the back of the tool, towards the front of the tool
near the jaws. Turn it clockwise to tighten the gap of the jaws for thinner material or counterclockwise to
make the gap of the jaws larger for thicker material.
Durable long lasting blades!
• Heavy-duty blades and gearing are suitable for cutting 18-gauge (1.32 mm) galvanized steel and
most other sheet metals.
• Wider jaw opening also cut through layered metal seams including the ribs of 20-gauge (1.02 mm)
spiral duct.
• The TurboShearHD also makes angled crosscuts through profiles of metal building panels and
stone coated metal shingles.
• Reposition the TurboShearHD upside down as necessary for greater maneuverability.
• Long lasting blades are easily replaceable on the job.