Sheet metal cutting

Hydraulic Shears

Straight-cutting solutions for sheet and plate. Compare swing-beam and guillotine shears for your material and cut requirements.

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Selection comparison

Swing-beam or guillotine?

Compare the beam design and published model ranges first, then match one machine to your material and cut list.

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QC12K/E · Swing-beam

Q11K/E · Guillotine

Upper-beam motion

QC12K/E · Swing-beam

The upper beam swings around a pivot.

Q11K/E · Guillotine

The upper beam follows a guided path.

Published thickness rows

QC12K/E · Swing-beam

4–20 mm across the listed models.

Q11K/E · Guillotine

6–40 mm across the listed models.

Published cutting widths

QC12K/E · Swing-beam

2500–6000 mm across the listed models.

Q11K/E · Guillotine

2500–8000 mm across the listed models.

Setup to review

QC12K/E · Swing-beam

Selected-model cutting angle, blade clearance, backgauge and sheet support.

Q11K/E · Guillotine

Selected-model rake, blade gap, backgauge and support; confirm which adjustment functions are included.

Next step

QC12K/E · Swing-beam

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Q11K/E · Guillotine

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These ranges describe several models, not one combined capacity. Material shear strength and the required edge result affect selection; check one exact model row.

Machine range

Choose Swing-Beam or Guillotine by the Cut List

ADH hydraulic shearing machine with front support table and control panel

Series: QC12K/E

Swing-Beam Shear

Pivoting upper-beam motion for straight cutting of sheet and plate.

Confirm the controller, backgauge, blade setup and support against your cut pattern.

Capacity is model-specific and depends on material shear strength, thickness and cut length.

Series: Q11K/E

Guillotine Shear

Guided upper-beam motion with rake and blade-gap settings for the selected model.

Confirm rake, blade gap, controller and support options for the selected model.

Capacity is model-specific and depends on material shear strength, thickness and cut length.

Applications

Shearing applications: start with the required blank

Hydraulic shears prepare straight-edged blanks. The cut list and the next manufacturing step help define the machine, backgauge and support arrangement.

Hydraulic shear cutting area with front sheet supports and blue finger guard

Blanks for bending

Cabinet panels and folded parts need a blank that locates consistently at the press brake. Review cut length, squareness and handling together.

Check: blank dimensions and the downstream reference edge.

Stack of straight-edged sheet-metal blanks

Repeated strips and panels

A recurring width or sequence makes backgauge programming and material support important. Consider how finished pieces and offcuts leave the machine.

Check: narrow-strip behaviour and collection access.

Metal plates stacked in different sizes and thicknesses

Mixed plate preparation

Changing thicknesses, grades and sheet sizes require an appropriate blade and setup plan. Use the actual material strength in the capacity review.

Check: material range, edge finish and sheet support.

Buying guide

Look beyond the nominal cutting thickness

A shear quotation should reflect the material you cut, the edge you need and how sheets move through the workshop.

Blade and setup package

Confirm the blade specification, adjustment method and included setup functions for your material range.

Loading and collection

Review front support, backgauge use, rear access and offcut removal. Include lifting or sheet support where required.

Consumables and upkeep

Ask about blade maintenance, replacement parts, operator training and the inspection checks used to maintain cut quality.

Plan your project

From your part to the right machine

A clear brief makes it easier to compare options, prepare a quotation and plan the next step.

01 / YOUR APPLICATION

Start with the part

Share drawings, material, thickness and production volume. Tell us where the current process needs to improve.

02 / YOUR MACHINE

Compare the configuration

Review the machine, controls, tooling and handling together. Agree the sample parts and checks for your application.

03 / YOUR PRODUCTION

Plan the handover

Coordinate delivery, site preparation, installation and training, with the support your team will need in operation.

Your quotation or contract confirms the supplied equipment, delivery schedule, acceptance criteria, warranty and service scope.

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FAQs

Hydraulic shear buying questions

Choose by the cut list, material strength, required edge and sheet-handling workflow.

Should I choose a shear or a laser cutting machine?

Use a shear for straight-edged blanks. Compare laser cutting when you need contours or holes, considering edge quality, batch sizes, handling and later operations.

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What is the difference between swing-beam and guillotine shears?

QC12K/E uses a pivoting upper beam; Q11K/E uses a guided beam. Compare each model’s material capacity, blade adjustment, backgauge and cut quality.

Does the listed cutting thickness apply to every metal?

No. Capacity depends on shear strength, thickness, cutting width and blade setup. Give ADH your material grade and check the selected model’s rating.

How should I assess the quality of a sheared edge?

Agree dimensions, straightness, squareness, burr and distortion limits for the next operation. Inspect sample cuts in your material, including narrow strips where needed.

What should I check for narrow strips or large sheets?

Review how the sheet is supported at the front, positioned against the backgauge and collected after cutting. Narrow strips and large sheets can create different support and handling needs. Include offcuts, access behind the machine and lifting requirements in the layout.

Which consumables and service items should I plan for?

Confirm the supplied blades, compatible replacement blades, maintenance documentation and spare-parts route. Ask which installation and operator-training services are included. Maintenance tasks and intervals should come from the manual for the delivered model and its working duty.

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Project enquiry

Discuss your project

Tell us what you want to make or improve. Technical details and drawings can follow.

Material, thickness and part size
Drawings and production volume
Location and project timing

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Start a machine enquiry

Name, email and a short description are enough to begin.