Another handy way to cut a lock is to use a dremel tool. With a dremel, you will need a cutoff wheel, which is quite similar to that of an angle grinder. The best dremel tool usually is smaller than an angle grinder.
You can use a variety of tools to break the lock, including a Dremel and angle grinder. Alternatively, you can cut the lock open with a torch or cut it with a hacksaw. Some cheaper padlocks can be pounded or pried open with a hammer.
Bolt cutters are the common tool of choice for to cut padlocks during forcible-entry. Unfortunately, most padlocks are made of case-hardened steel, which is very strong in comparison to the materials that bolt cutters were intended to cut.
The Dremel 15/16-Inch Heavy Duty Cut-Off Wheel is ideal for cutting, grooving and trimming all kinds of metal. It can also used on other materials, including thin wood, plastics and ceramics. This cutting disc is constructed from a hard abrasive used for slicing and cutting metal including hardened steel.
The EZ409 wheels have a thickness of just 0.75 mm for even thinner cuts. How to use? Cutting wheels only work on their edge. We recommend using a (two-handed) golf grip when using this accessory, and using the right angle attachment when a cut is hard to reach.
The beauty of the Dremel 3000 is in its versatility. From cutting metal with Dremel tools, to engraving it and polishing it, a rotary hand tool can become an indispensable part of your jewellery tool kit.
A Dremel tool is obviously good for cutting metals. That's because the tool is lightweight and it allows easy movement compared to heavier cutting tools. When you attach the best cutting wheel for your Dremel tool, you'll be able to cut and slice through different metals, including cast iron.
(31.8 mm) diameter and 0.045" (1.1 mm) thick blade, and can be used to cut or slot bolts, screws, sheet metal, thin wood and plastic.
Different Kinds of Dremel Cuts for Metal
Simply open the jaws or clamp to accept the shaft, insert it and turn it on. The spinning disk will provide a cutting edge perpendicular to the handle.
No, you can't cut a lock off of a storage unit. It's against our policies and, frankly, could cost you a lot more than just the cost of a new lock. (Especially if you accidentally damage the storage unit's door.)
Look for appropriate bolt cutters that could cut the lock. Place the blades in the shackle of the lock and position the bolt near your waist. Hold tightly on the grips of the cutters and squeeze the handles until you successfully cut the shackle.
Angle Grinder
This can be the best way to cut a lock. Known as a side grinder disc grinder, this is a mobile machine used for sharp cutting and honing. The 60 grit disc, which is 3⁄64 inches (1.2 mm) in thickness, is the ideal size. It is compact but can be used to cut thick metal shackles.
A reciprocating saw is a saw with a blade that moves back and forth in front of the saw. Equipped with a metal grinding blade, this reciprocating saw can be used to cut through the bolts on the lock. Always wear safety goggles and a face mask while sawing metal to prevent metal dust from getting in your eyes or lungs.
Use your Dremel to cut off rusty bolts. A Dremel is a useful hand-held tool with several attachments used to carve, clean and cut through wood and metal. It can be safely used to cut through rusted bolts that can't be removed otherwise.
Grinding. Diamond grinding wheels effortlessly cut through nails, bolts and screws, and can be affixed to large or small rotary cutters. Angle grinders are the most powerful of all metal-cutting tools.
Product description
Good for slicing, making straight cuts and slots in all kinds of metal, like hardened steel, sheets metal or aluminum. Easily cut bolts, or make slots in rusted and/or stripped bolts / screws for removal with a screwdriver.
An oscillating multi-tool tool is tremendously versatile and excels even on cutting cast iron.
Yes. Cutting cast iron with a sawzall is an efficient way to cut cast iron. Many contractors, handymen, and homeowners own reciprocating saws. If you already own the tool, all you need is the blade designed for cutting cast iron.
The Dremel 561 cuts hard wood up to 3/8" and soft wood up to 5/8". Also cuts plastics, fiberglass, drywall, laminate, aluminum and vinyl siding. Use with the Dremel Multipurpose Cutting Attachment (model 565).
“A Dremel tool, with its ability to get into tight spots can be used in dozens of ways from polishing chrome to sanding rusty areas and cutting bolts, trim or muffler pipe.”
The Dremel Multi-Tool, also known as the MultiPro, is a cordless high-speed rotary tool that can grind, cut and drill. The rotary design makes the Dremel MultiPro better suited for drilling and grinding. However, its heavy-duty emery cutoff wheel or 1-1/4 inch cutoff wheel can cut thin sheet metal with ease.