The SuperSnip cuts cleanly and accurately without damage to painted, plated, or polished surfaces! As it cuts, the SuperSnip conveniently snips off the waste curl so that it does not build up and interfere with your progress; and a built-in guard prevents the cut-off waste from flying up and into the eyes. The SuperSnip makes straight or curved cuts in up to 16 gauge aluminum or 18 gauge steel. Interior cuts can be made by first drilling a 1/4" hole. 2 lbs (1Kg) shipping weight.