Chicago Pneumatic CP835 Air Nibbler 16 Gauge
- Power Source: Pneumatic
- Item Weight: 1.3 pounds
- Color: Red/Black
- Wattage: 310 watts
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A specialized air nibbler for curved sheet metal cuts up to 16 gauge, worth considering for automotive body work where a straight cutter can't follow the line.
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ASIN: B000NP2RPIModel: CP835Category: Nibblers
Overview
The Chicago Pneumatic CP835 is an air powered nibbler that cuts steel and sheet metal up to 0.06 inch, 16 gauge, using a 0.177 inch diameter punch running at 2750 strokes per minute. It draws 0.42 HP (310 W) and is built with a rugged cutting head for automotive sheet metal work.
A nibbler cuts by punching a series of small overlapping bites rather than shearing a continuous line, which is what lets it follow curves and cutouts in sheet metal that scissors or a straight cutter cannot. This is a specialty automotive and sheet metal tool rather than a general shop cutter, and its rated capacity, 16 gauge steel, marks the practical ceiling for what it should be asked to cut.
- 0.42 HP (310 W) air powered motor
- 2750 strokes per minute
- 0.177 inch diameter punch
- Cuts steel and sheet metal up to 16 gauge
Who it's for
Suits automotive and sheet metal work involving curved or irregular cuts in material up to 16 gauge steel. Not intended for material thicker than its 0.06 inch rated capacity.
Pros and cons
- Cuts curves and cutouts a straight cutter can't follow
- 2750 strokes per minute for steady cutting speed
- Rugged head built for automotive sheet metal work
- Rated capacity tops out at 16 gauge (0.06 inch) steel
- Requires a compressed air supply to operate
Performance notes
The 0.177 inch diameter punch strokes 2750 times per minute, driven by a 0.42 HP (310 W) air motor, taking small overlapping bites out of the material rather than one continuous cut. That punching action is what lets a nibbler follow a curved line through sheet metal, with its rated capacity topping out at 0.06 inch, 16 gauge steel.
Specifications
| Brand | Chicago Pneumatic |
|---|---|
| Model | CP835 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.3 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 8.7 × 4.5 × 2.1 inches |
| Size | One Size |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Pneumatic |
| Wattage | 310 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Red/Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Tool |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Other details | |
| Part Number | CP835 |
| Item Model Number | CP835 |
| Sound Level | 97 dB |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum material thickness the CP835 can cut?
It's rated to cut steel and sheet metal up to 0.06 inch, or 16 gauge.
How fast does the CP835 nibbler punch?
The punch strokes 2750 times per minute, driven by a 0.42 HP (310 W) air motor.
What power source does the Chicago Pneumatic CP835 need?
It's an air powered tool, so it requires a compressed air supply to run.