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Baileigh SF-5216E Manual Foot Stomp Shear
The Baileigh SF-5216E is a professional grade manual foot stomp shear designed to deliver clean, precise cuts on sheet metal up to 1321mm (52") wide and 1.6mm (16 gauge) mild steel capacity, making it the perfect hands free cutting solution for small to medium fabrication shops, educational institutions, and metalworking professionals.
Are you looking for a reliable sheet metal cutting solution that doesn't break the bank but still delivers professional results? The Baileigh SF-5216E foot stomp shear combines quality construction with budget-friendly pricing, giving you the best of both worlds.
This manually operated shear is built around a rigid cast steel frame that ensures years of accurate, consistent cutting. With its 1321mm cutting length, you can handle large sheets with confidence, while the foot pedal operation keeps both your hands free to position and guide your material perfectly. Whether you're working with mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, or copper, this versatile machine handles them all with ease.
What sets the SF-5216E apart is its attention to the details that matter in your daily work. The 4-sided high chromium steel blades give you exceptional longevity and can be rotated and resharpened, significantly extending their usable life and reducing your operating costs. The integrated backstop system lets you make repeatable cuts quickly and accurately, saving you time on production runs. Front support arms help keep your material aligned and true to the blade, ensuring clean, square cuts every time. The 1° blade angle provides optimal shearing action, minimizing material distortion and delivering the clean edges you need for professional fabrication work.
Applications
- HVAC ductwork fabrication: Cut large sheets of galvanized steel quickly and accurately for duct systems with repeatable precision
- Automotive restoration and custom fabrication: Create body panels, floor pans, or custom trim pieces that require precise, straight cuts
- Roofing and flashing work: Make clean cuts on copper, aluminum, or steel roofing materials for professional installations
- Educational workshops and trade schools: Teach students proper sheet metal cutting techniques with a durable, easy-to-operate machine
- General fabrication shop work: Cut blanks, create brackets, or prepare material for further processing like bending or welding
- Metal arts and sculpture: Cut various metal sheets for artistic projects requiring both precision and versatility
Key Features & Benefits
- Generous 1321mm (52") cutting capacity: Handle full-size sheets without multiple passes, saving time and improving accuracy on large projects
- Hands-free foot pedal operation: Keep both your hands available for material positioning and alignment, giving you better control and safer operation than hand-operated shears
- 4-sided high chromium steel blades: Provide four usable cutting edges that can be rotated when one edge dulls, then resharpened for extended service life, reducing your blade replacement costs significantly
- Integrated backstop with adjustable gauge: Set up repeatable cuts quickly with 508mm front and 17160mm back gauge range, eliminating measuring time and ensuring consistency across multiple pieces
- Heavy-duty cast steel frame construction: Minimize deflection and vibration during cutting, maintaining accuracy even after years of use in demanding shop environments
- Front support arms with squaring guide: Keep material aligned perpendicular to the blade, preventing angular cuts and material waste
- 1° blade angle design: Provide the optimal shearing action that cleanly shears material without excessive distortion or rough edges
- Versatile material capacity: Cut 1.6mm mild steel (16 gauge), 20 gauge stainless steel, plus softer metals like aluminum, brass, and copper
What's in the Box
- Baileigh SF-5216E foot stomp shear (fully assembled main unit)
- Set of 4-sided high chromium steel blades (pre-installed)
- Front support arms with squaring bar
- Adjustable backstop gauge system
- Foot pedal assembly with spring-assisted operation
- User manual (Edition 2)
- 1-year parts warranty documentation
- Lifetime technical support access information
Baileigh SF-5216E Specifications
| Model Number | SF-5216E |
|---|---|
| Stock Number | BA9-1007020 |
| Shear Length | 1321mm (52") |
| Maximum Capacity | 1.6mm (16 gauge mild steel) |
| Stainless Steel Capacity | 20 gauge |
| Blade Angle | 1° |
| Front Gauge Length | 508mm (20") |
| Back Gauge Length | 17160mm (33") |
Baileigh SF-5216E Manuals & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
How thick of material can this shear actually cut?
The SF-5216E can comfortably cut 1.6mm (16 gauge) mild steel across its full 1321mm length. For softer materials, you can work with thicker stock: think 14 gauge aluminum or copper. For harder materials like stainless steel, you'll want to stay at 20 gauge or thinner. The key is matching your material type and thickness to the machine's capacity, which ensures clean cuts and extends blade life.
How long do the blades last, and can I really resharpen them?
The high chromium steel blades are designed for extended service life. When one cutting edge dulls (typically after thousands of cuts, depending on your material and usage), simply rotate the blade 90 degrees to expose a fresh edge. That gives you four cutting edges per blade. Once all four edges are used, professional blade sharpening services can restore them, or you can purchase replacement blades. Many shops report years of use before needing replacements with proper blade rotation and maintenance.
Do I need special skills or training to operate this shear?
Not at all! The foot stomp shear is one of the most intuitive metalworking machines you'll use. Position your material against the backstop, align it with the front supports, and stomp the foot pedal. The spring-assisted action does the heavy work for you. While basic safety training is always recommended (like keeping fingers clear of the blade area), most operators become proficient within minutes. It's particularly popular in educational settings because of this ease of use.
What kind of maintenance does this machine require?
Maintenance is minimal and straightforward. Keep the blade clean and free of metal chips, periodically check and adjust the blade gap for optimal cutting (instructions in the manual), lubricate moving parts as recommended, and rotate blades when you notice decreased cutting performance. The cast steel frame requires virtually no maintenance. Most shops perform a quick cleaning after each use and a more thorough inspection monthly.
Can this shear handle full 4x8 sheets, or will I need help positioning large material?
The 1321mm cutting length means you can cut the full width of standard sheet metal. However, for very large sheets, you'll want assistance positioning the material due to its weight and size, not because of machine limitations. The front support arms help stabilize material during cutting, but having a helper or using a material support table makes working with full sheets much easier and safer. For smaller pieces and typical fabrication work, one operator handles everything comfortably.