Nibbler Recommendations

[hmsrolst]

I want to buy a manual nibbler for some case modding. Any recommendations? Thanks.

 

[xXgambitXx]

i got this nibbler from Directron, because i didn't want to spring for a dremel. i'd recommend it for VERY SMALL stuff like FAN holes, but i learned the hard way that it kills your hands and takes forever to do windows with it. i got half-way through a window hole with this guy and just said screw it and charmed a dremel out of a friend at work. nibbler=good for small stuff, NOTHING MORE, hehe.

 

[ROJAS]

I bought mine from http:\\www.eastwoodco.com

does a great job...

 

[mdcrab]

Also on eGay, do a "nibbler" search and they have one for around $19.00 plus S&H. I don't know how good or bad it is.
Edit: after looking at Directron it looks like they have the same thing for less than 1/2 the price at eGay.

mdcrab

 

[Mday]

you're probably going to hurt yourself, and destroy the nibbler.

the gauge of steel used in some cases is more than some nibblers can handle, and it's hardened's steel, not just any steel.

you are much better using a drill and jigsaw with a bimetal blade.

as for ppl who use dremels, it's for modeling, and small scale finishing. you may as well use a spoon to dig a grave.

 

[hmsrolst]

Thanks for the suggestions. I guess I should've been clearer about what I was planning--just doing some fan hole work on an aluminum case.

 

[SphincterLord]

you can buy "nibbling tools" at radio shack, don't remember the part number, but I got one for around $10 I think... killed my hand, but I got the window cut in the side of the case... you'd better have a strong grip though or you are in for some fun...

SL