The IMS 130592 Gate Cutter is a compact hand tool designed for trimming and shaping gate openings in light fabrication or maintenance tasks. This 5-inch model from IMS’s Economy Series features a slim profile and a flat back blade, making it suited for narrow gaps and precise cuts. The tool’s double-edged jaw and alloy steel construction provide a balance of strength and durability for daily janitorial and facility maintenance use. At a light weight of 3-1/2 oz, it offers control without excessive fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks.
Constructed from drop-forged and heat-treated alloy steel, the gate cutter emphasizes a robust blade angle of 15 degrees and a blade length of 11/16 inch. The cutting geometry includes a tip opening of 9/16 inch and a base opening of 3/16 inch, which together define the cutting reach and leverage available to the user. These specifications influence how the tool engages material and how cleanly it can sever or trim edges in metal or other compatible substrates common in maintenance workflows.
This tool is typically used in facilities and janitorial settings where accurate cuts in gate fittings, trim work, or related components are needed. The 5" overall length and slim profile support access in tighter spaces, while the flat back blade design assists with stable contact and alignment during operation. When selecting replacements or accessories, verify compatibility with your existing gate-related tasks and ensure proper handling and maintenance to preserve blade edge and performance.
Features:
- Material: Drop Forged and Heat Treated alloy steel
- Overall Length: 5 inches
- Blade Angle: 15 degrees
- Blade Length: 11/16 inches
- Blade Opening at Tip: 9/16 inches
- Blade Opening at Base: 3/16 inches
- Weight: 3-1/2 oz
- Material:
- Alloy Steel
- Jaw Shape:
- Double Edged
- Blade Angle:
- 15 Degrees
- Blade Length:
- 11/16 inches
- Package Size:
- Each
