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Hydraulic Swing Beam Shearing Machine
A practical and reliable sheet metal cutting solution for fabrication workshops, HVAC duct production, electrical cabinets, stainless steel products and general metalworking applications.
Stable hydraulic cuttingAccurate back gauge positioningEfficient cutting for daily sheet metal production
Sheet Metal Cutting
Hydraulic Drive
Workshop Production
Production Challenges
Common Sheet Metal Cutting Problems We Help You Solve
Low cutting efficiency
Slow manual sizing and repeated setup reduce throughput when workshops process daily batches of sheet metal blanks.
Inaccurate batch sizing
Inconsistent positioning can create dimensional variation across repeated parts and disrupt downstream bending or assembly.
Difficult machine maintenance
Overly complex equipment can increase downtime for workshops that need a dependable machine for routine straight cutting.
Hydraulic Cutting Positioning
A Practical Cutting Solution for Daily Fabrication Work
The hydraulic swing beam shearing machine is designed for straight-line cutting and blanking of thin to medium sheet metal in regular workshop production.
Its hydraulic transmission drives the swing beam through a smooth cutting cycle, while the hold-down system stabilizes the sheet and the back gauge supports repeatable fixed-length work.
The all-steel welded frame, adjustable blade clearance and practical swing-beam structure make the machine a dependable metal plate shearing solution for fabrication shops that value stable output and manageable maintenance.
Cutting Process
From Sheet Loading to Finished Cut
01
Load sheet metal
Place the sheet on the front support arms and keep the material stable before positioning.
02
Align the sheet
Use the squaring reference and front support to establish a straight cutting position.
03
Position by back gauge
Set the required cutting size according to the selected machine control and back gauge configuration.
04
Complete hydraulic shearing
The hold-down device secures the sheet before the hydraulic swing beam completes the cut.
Application Scenarios
Built for Real Sheet Metal Production Scenarios
Sheet Metal Fabrication Workshops
Prepare straight blanks efficiently for bending, welding and general fabricated components.
HVAC Duct Production
Cut galvanized sheet before beading, lock forming, folding and rectangular duct assembly.
Electrical Cabinet Manufacturing
Produce repeatable enclosure and panel blanks before punching, bending and cabinet assembly.
Stainless Steel Kitchen Equipment
Prepare suitable stainless sheet blanks for sinks, counters, cabinets and commercial kitchen products.
Metal Doors and Windows
Cut sheet components to consistent lengths before profiling, bending and frame fabrication.
General Steel Structure Parts
Support routine blanking for brackets, covers and light structural sheet components.
Material Capability
Suitable for Multiple Sheet Metal Materials
Available cutting thickness depends on model configuration.
01
Carbon steel
A common choice for general fabrication, brackets, enclosures and structural sheet parts.
02
Stainless steel
Suitable model selection depends on material grade, tensile strength and required thickness.
03
Galvanized sheet
Widely used for HVAC ductwork, ventilation components and light sheet fabrication.
04
Aluminum plate
Useful for lightweight panels, covers and fabricated parts within the selected model capacity.
05
Copper sheet
Can be evaluated according to material condition, thickness and required cut quality.
06
Color coated sheet
Supports prepared blanks for roofing, cladding and formed sheet products when properly handled.
Core Features
Core Features Designed for Stable Cutting
The QC12Y/QC12K platform combines a rigid welded frame, hydraulic drive and practical positioning systems for repeatable daily sheet cutting.
Welded Steel Frame
The all-steel welded structure provides the rigidity required for stable shearing and long-term workshop use.
Hydraulic Transmission
The hydraulic system provides smooth, reliable cutting force for suitable sheet materials and model capacities.
Hold-down Cylinders
The hold-down device stabilizes the workpiece before cutting to support cleaner, more consistent results.
Adjustable Blade Clearance
Blade clearance can be matched to different sheet thicknesses to support cutting quality and blade life.
Back Gauge System
The back gauge supports repeatable cutting lengths for daily batch production and fixed-size blanks.
Front Support and Squaring Arm
Front support and alignment references help operators load, square and position the sheet safely.
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Key Functional Areas
01
Hydraulic drive system
Provides controlled cutting force through the swing-beam cycle.
02
Swing beam cutting structure
Uses a practical arc-motion blade holder for dependable straight shearing.
03
Hold-down device
Secures the sheet before cutting to reduce material movement.
04
Back gauge positioning
Supports repeatable cutting dimensions according to the selected control configuration.
05
Front support arms
Carry and guide the sheet during loading, alignment and positioning.
06
Blade clearance adjustment
Allows setup for different material thicknesses and cutting requirements.
07
Electrical control system
Organizes machine operation, back gauge control and production settings by configuration.
Machine Specifications
Technical Parameters
The table uses the original QC12Y/QC12K model data. Confirm material grade, thickness, cutting length and required configuration before ordering.
| Model | CuttingThickness(mm) | CuttingWidth(mm) | CuttingAngle(deg) | MaterialStrength(kN/cm) | BackgaugeTravel(mm) | CuttingTimes(T/min) | Main MotorPower(kW) | Overall DimensionsL x W x H(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 x 2500 | 4 | 2500 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 16 | 4 | 3040 x 1610 x 1620 |
| 4 x 3200 | 4 | 3200 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 14 | 5.5 | 3840 x 1610 x 1620 |
| 4 x 4000 | 4 | 4000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 10 | 5.5 | 4600 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 4 x 6000 | 4 | 6000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 7.5 | 6460 x 2100 x 3200 |
| 6 x 2500 | 6 | 2500 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 14 | 7.5 | 3040 x 1610 x 1620 |
| 6 x 3200 | 6 | 3200 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 12 | 7.5 | 3840 x 1610 x 1620 |
| 6 x 4000 | 6 | 4000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 7.5 | 4620 x 1750 x 1700 |
| 6 x 5000 | 6 | 5000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 6 | 11 | 5400 x 1800 x 1900 |
| 6 x 6000 | 6 | 6000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 5 | 11 | 6480 x 2100 x 2300 |
| 8 x 2500 | 8 | 2500 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 10 | 11 | 3040 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 8 x 3200 | 8 | 3200 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 11 | 3860 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 8 x 4000 | 8 | 4000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 11 | 4640 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 8 x 5000 | 8 | 5000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 11 | 5400 x 2100 x 2000 |
| 8 x 6000 | 8 | 6000 | 1 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 11 | 6480 x 2100 x 2350 |
| 10 x 2500 | 10 | 2500 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 9 | 15 | 3040 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 10 x 3200 | 10 | 3200 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 9 | 15 | 3860 x 1700 x 1700 |
| 10 x 4000 | 10 | 4000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 15 | 4650 x 2100 x 2000 |
| 10 x 6000 | 10 | 6000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 5 | 15 | 6500 x 2100 x 2300 |
| 12 x 2500 | 12 | 2500 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 9 | 15 | 3140 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 12 x 3200 | 12 | 3200 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 9 | 15 | 3880 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 12 x 4000 | 12 | 4000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 18.5 | 4680 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 12 x 5000 | 12 | 5000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-750 | 6 | 18.5 | 5900 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 12 x 6000 | 12 | 6000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-750 | 5 | 18.5 | 6900 x 2600 x 2700 |
| 12 x 8000 | 12 | 8000 | 2 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 5 | 18.5 | 9000 x 3500 x 3500 |
| 16 x 2500 | 16 | 2500 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 9 | 22 | 3140 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 16 x 3200 | 16 | 3200 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 22 | 3880 x 2150 x 2000 |
| 16 x 4000 | 16 | 4000 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-600 | 8 | 22 | 4650 x 2150 x 2200 |
| 16 x 5000 | 16 | 5000 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-750 | 6 | 22 | 5900 x 2600 x 2700 |
| 16 x 6000 | 16 | 6000 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-750 | 5 | 22 | 6900 x 2700 x 2700 |
| 16 x 8000 | 16 | 8000 | 2 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-1000 | 5 | 22 | 9000 x 3500 x 3500 |
| 20 x 2500 | 20 | 2500 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 8 | 22 | 3440 x 2300 x 2500 |
| 20 x 3200 | 20 | 3200 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 8 | 22 | 4150 x 2350 x 2700 |
| 20 x 4000 | 20 | 4000 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 5 | 22 | 4850 x 2600 x 2700 |
| 20 x 6000 | 20 | 6000 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 4 | 30 | 6700 x 3000 x 3000 |
| 25 x 2500 | 25 | 2500 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 8 | 37 | 3200 x 2700 x 2900 |
| 25 x 3200 | 25 | 3200 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 5 | 37 | 4200 x 2700 x 2900 |
| 30 x 2500 | 30 | 2500 | 3 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 4 | 37 | 3300 x 2900 x 3000 |
| 30 x 3200 | 30 | 3200 | 3 deg30 min | <=450 | 20-1000 | 4 | 40 | 4200 x 2900 x 3200 |
| 40 x 2500 | 40 | 2500 | 4 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 3 | 55 | 3200 x 3300 x 3000 |
| 40 x 3200 | 40 | 3200 | 4 deg | <=450 | 20-1000 | 3 | 55 | 4300 x 3300 x 3200 |
Machine Selection Comparison
Why Choose a Hydraulic Swing Beam Shear?
Swing beam and guillotine shears serve different production priorities. The correct choice depends on material, thickness, tolerance, duty cycle and budget.
| Selection factor | Hydraulic Swing Beam Shear | Hydraulic Guillotine Shear |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Simple swing-beam cutting mechanism | Straight vertical blade-holder guidance |
| Best suited to | Daily thin to medium sheet cutting | Heavier plate and higher-precision thick-plate work |
| Maintenance demand | Practical structure with lower routine maintenance demand | Higher configuration with more demanding guidance and setup |
| Investment profile | Good cost-performance for general fabrication shops | Higher configuration and cost for demanding applications |
| Selection guidance | Choose for reliable routine blanking and workshop production | Choose when thick plate, strength or precision requirements justify it |
Quality and Service
From Machine Selection to After-sales Support
ZYRON matches the hydraulic sheet metal shear to the real material and production requirement before manufacturing and delivery.
Step 1
Confirm material, thickness and cutting length
Step 2
Recommend suitable model and configuration
Step 3
Machine production and quality inspection
Step 4
Packing, delivery and technical support
Optional Configurations
Optional Configurations for Your Production Needs
NC / CNC Control System
Select the control level according to positioning, batch work and operator requirements.
Pneumatic Rear Support
Rear support options can help handle suitable sheets and improve unloading workflow.
Motorized Back Gauge
Motorized positioning supports repeatable cutting lengths and faster batch setup.
Front Feeding Support
Additional front support can be matched to sheet size and workshop loading practice.
Safety Guard
Safety protection can be configured according to machine specification and market requirements.
Customized Cutting Length
Working length and capacity are selected according to the required material and production range.
Buyer Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials can this hydraulic swing beam shearing machine cut?
It can be configured for carbon steel, stainless steel, galvanized sheet, aluminum, copper and other sheet materials. Actual capacity depends on material strength, thickness and selected model.
How do I choose the right cutting thickness and length?
Provide the material grade, maximum thickness, maximum cutting length and daily production requirement. We will match these details to the original model range and available configuration.
What is the difference between a swing beam shear and a guillotine shear?
A swing beam shear uses a practical arc-motion cutting structure suited to routine thin and medium sheet work. A guillotine shear uses straight blade-holder guidance and is generally selected for heavier plate or more demanding thick-plate applications.
Can the machine be equipped with a CNC back gauge?
NC or CNC control and motorized back gauge options can be evaluated according to the required positioning range, batch accuracy and workflow.
Is it suitable for stainless steel cutting?
Yes, when the selected model is matched to the stainless steel grade, tensile strength, thickness and required cutting length.
What information should I provide before quotation?
Please send the material, maximum thickness, cutting length, daily cutting frequency, preferred control system, voltage and final application.
Talk to a Shearing Specialist
Need a Sheet Metal Cutting Solution for Your Workshop?
Send us your material, thickness, cutting length and production requirements. We will recommend a suitable hydraulic shearing machine configuration.