Description
Blade chatter and ragged burrs ruin thin sheet metal enclosures when cutting switchgear cutouts with standard wood jigsaws. The Fein F-IRON Cordless Jigsaw for metal and wood delivers low-vibration scroll cutting via a brushless motor and twin lithium batteries. Low barrel-grip tool bodies place operator fingers near the blade, demanding constant attention during high-speed metal profiling.
A precision-machined metal gear housing encloses hardened steel planetary gears that convert brushless motor rotation into 1-inch cutting strokes. The four-speed mechanical gear selector pairs with electronic stroke regulation to match reciprocating speeds to tough stainless steel sheets or thick aluminum plates. Triple-roller blade guides support the flexible blade directly above the workpiece, preventing blade deflection and wander during tight scroll passes.
Cordless Metal Jigsaw Hardware Parameters
Switchgear fabricators require precise burr-free cuts on sheet metal and conduit without thermal discoloration. Quick-release tool clamps permit rapid blade swaps without direct operator contact with hot steel shanks.
- 18-volt brushless motor delivers variable speeds up to 3200 strokes per minute for clean metal division
- 4-speed mechanical gearbox matches stroke velocity to stainless steel, mild steel, and timber
- Stellite-faced guide rollers support the blade to eliminate lateral deflection on tight curves
- Tool-less blade clamp ejects hot broken blades without direct operator hand contact
- Integrated chip blower clears metal shavings from the cut line to maintain layout mark visibility
- Cast aluminum shoe plate includes a steel sole insert to resist abrasive metal chip gouging
- Two 4.0 Ah lithium battery packs provide continuous cutting power across busy fabrication shifts
Bench Load Telemetry Amperage Draw
Under free-air reciprocation at maximum stroke rate, the motor draws 2.4 amps DC from the 18-volt platform. Slicing through 1/8-inch solid stainless steel sheet brings discharge current to 18.6 amps as stroke velocity holds at 2850 strokes per minute. Grip vibration measures under 2.0 meters per second squared due to internal counterweights. Operating noise peaks at 82 dBA under full metal friction.
Field Service Trade-Offs Application Filter
Do not use this scroll jigsaw for heavy timber demolition or thick structural steel bar stock. Inexperienced operators who apply excessive side pressure to tight scroll blades overheat the guide rollers. Blow metal filings out of the blade clamp mechanism using clean compressed air each shift. Inspect the steel sole plate for embedded chips before cutting pre-painted panels. Store battery packs in dry shop cabinets.
Warranty Protection Standard Package Items
A 3-Year limited warranty covers the tool chassis, brushless motor, and batteries upon online registration. The kit includes the cordless jigsaw, two 4.0 Ah battery packs, rapid charger, assorted metal blades, plastic chip shield, and storage case.