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Aviation Tin Snips – Left Cut (Green) or Right Cut (Red)

Choose from Left Cut (Green) or Right Cut (Red) snips. Built for precision cutting of roofing sheets, flashings, gutters, and sheet metal — perfect for DIY and professional roofing jobs.

Key Features

  • ✔ Perfect for roofing and sheet metal: Ideal for cutting COLORBOND® roofing, flashings, and gutters.
  • ✔ Left cut (green) & right cut (red) options: Achieve clean, accurate cuts in any direction.
  • ✔ Serrated blade grip: Prevents slipping and ensures smoother cuts on thin metal.
  • ✔ Compound leverage design: Delivers faster, easier cutting with less effort.
  • ✔ Comfortable non-slip grips: Superior handling for longer jobs.
  • ✔ Small hand span: Greater control, reduced fatigue, and precision cutting.

Delivery Information

  • Australia-Wide Delivery: Standard delivery in approx. 3–7 working days.
  • Convenient Service: Add tin snips to your roofing order for one combined delivery.

Why Choose These Aviation Snips?

  • Designed for roofing professionals: Reliable tool for clean cuts every time.
  • Durability you can trust: Built tough to handle both DIY and commercial workloads.
  • Ease of use: Ergonomic grips and leverage design reduce strain and improve accuracy.

Order your Left Cut (Green) or Right Cut (Red) tin snips today, essential for cutting COLORBOND® roofing, flashings, and gutters with precision.

More Information: Tin Snips for Roofing & Sheet Metal

Choose Left Cut (Green) or Right Cut (Red) tin snips to achieve clean, accurate cuts in roofing and sheet metal. These aviation tin snips are ideal for trimming COLORBOND® and ZINCALUME® roofing sheets, flashings, gutters and downpipes—perfect for both DIYers and professional roofers.

Why these tin snips?

  • Directional control: Left cut (green) for left‑hand curves; right cut (red) for right‑hand curves. Both cut straight lines.
  • Serrated blade grip: Holds the metal to reduce slipping and burrs on thin sheet.
  • Compound leverage: Easier cutting with less hand effort—great for repeated cuts on site.
  • Comfort & control: Non‑slip grips and a smaller hand span help reduce fatigue on long jobs.
  • Roofing‑ready: Built for COLORBOND® flashings, ridge/valley pieces, gutters and general sheet metal work.

Typical Uses

  • Trimming corrugated and 5‑rib profiles (e.g., Corrugated, Trimdek).
  • Neatening ends of flashings and notching corners.
  • Cutting gutters, downpipes and light sheet metal accessories.
  • Fine curve work around penetrations and roof fixtures.

Tips for Best Results

  • Mark your cut line clearly; keep offcuts supported to avoid kinks.
  • Use the correct cut direction (left or right) for tight curves to prevent jagged edges.
  • Make multiple smooth bites rather than forcing long cuts.
  • Wear gloves and eye protection when cutting sheet metal.

FAQ

What’s the difference between left cut and right cut tin snips?

Left cut (green) snips are designed to curve left; Right cut (red) snips curve right. Both can cut straight lines, but using the correct direction makes curved and tight cuts cleaner and easier.

Can these tin snips cut COLORBOND® roofing?

Yes. They are suitable for COLORBOND® and ZINCALUME® roofing sheets, flashings and gutters. For long straight cuts, many installers score and snap or use power shears, then finish details with tin snips.

Are they suitable for DIY as well as trade?

Absolutely. The compound leverage, serrated blades and non‑slip grips make them easy to control for homeowners while still durable enough for daily trade use.

Do I need both left and right cut snips?

If you regularly cut curves in both directions (around vents, skylights, corners), owning both gives the cleanest results and saves time on site.