Kett Tool KD-1493 Fiber-Cement Shear

Kett Tool eliminates airborne dust for minimal cleanup with the KD-1493 Fiber-Cement Shears. The handheld shear quickly cuts fiber-cement board, siding, backer and cement board up to ½ inch thick using a center blade design to prevent the airborne dust that is typically produced with circular saws.

“The KD-1493 Fiber-Cement Shear gives contactors and installers a faster, cleaner alternative for cutting cement board and siding with virtually no airborne dust left behind,” said Kathy Conlon, president of Kett Tool Company.

The KD-1493 is an improvement over the traditional method of cutting cement board and siding with a circular saw, which generates airborne dust that not only leaves behind a mess, but can also be harmful if inhaled.

The KD-1493 features a powerful 5 amp pistol grip, 2500 RPM variable-speed electric motor that easily cuts through fiber-cement board, cement siding or backer board – all at speeds of up to 43 inches per minute. The tool is lightweight at 4.5 pounds, and has a cutting radius of 10 inches for maximum maneuverability. The rugged shear blades are precision made in the U.S. featuring A-2 tool steel blades for prolonged durability, and are quickly replaced to reduce downtime on the job.

Kett Tool Company is celebrating 75 years in business producing electric and pneumatic portable power saws, shears and nibblers to cut a wide range of sheet material used in various applications. Kett Tool has dealers located in every state in the USA. To learn more about Kett, please visit www.kett-tool.com, call 513-271-0333 or 800-215-3210.