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How to Cut Stainless Steel Sheet: Tools, Discs and a Clean Edge
Quick answer: For most workshop jobs, cut thin stainless sheet (up to about 1.5 mm) with an angle grinder and a thin 1 mm cutting disc made for stainless ("inox"), or a jigsaw with a fine metal blade for curves. Use tin snips or a nibbler for small, thin cuts, and laser or plasma for many identical parts. Clamp the sheet, mark with a scriber, cut slowly to limit heat, then deburr the edge. H-TECH sheets from KSh 5,500; grinders from KSh 6,990.
Key facts
- Thin inox disc for straight cuts
- Fine jigsaw blade for curves
- Clamp and support the sheet
- Deburr every edge
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Which Tool for Which Cut?
| Tool | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angle grinder + 1 mm inox disc | Straight cuts, up to a few mm | Fast; sparks and heat; leaves a burr |
| Jigsaw + fine metal blade | Curves, sink cut-outs | Slow speed, cutting fluid helps |
| Tin snips / aviation snips | Short cuts in thin sheet (about 0.5–0.8 mm) | No sparks; edge can bend |
| Nibbler / electric shears | Long cuts in thin sheet | Flat sheet, little heat |
| Chop / cut-off saw | Tubes, bars, strips | Square ends on tubes |
| Laser or plasma (workshop service) | Many identical parts, complex shapes | Cleanest, most accurate |
Stainless Sheets at H-TECH
Stainless steel laser sheets (0.5 mm 201)KSh 5,500
Stainless Steel Laser sheet(1 mm 201)KSh 8,000
Stainless Steel white sheet(1 mm 201)KSh 8,000
stainless steel Sus sheets (0.8 mm 304)KSh 10,500
stainless steel Sus sheets (1 mm 304)KSh 14,000
stainless steel Sus sheets 1.5mm 304KSh 18,500
Stainless steel plain sheet (1.5mm 304)KSh 17,500| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Stainless steel laser sheets (0.5 mm 201) | KSh 5,500 |
| Stainless Steel Laser sheet(1 mm 201) | KSh 8,000 |
| Stainless Steel white sheet(1 mm 201) | KSh 8,000 |
| stainless steel Sus sheets (0.8 mm 304) | KSh 10,500 |
| stainless steel Sus sheets (1 mm 304) | KSh 14,000 |
| stainless steel Sus sheets 1.5mm 304 | KSh 18,500 |
| Stainless steel plain sheet (1.5mm 304) | KSh 17,500 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 10 November 2026).
Not sure which grade? See 201 vs 304 vs 316 stainless and the gauge chart.
Cutting Tools
Bosch – GWS 700 Professional Angle Grinder.KSh 6,990
Bosch GWS 2200-230 Angle Grinder Professional (9 Inches)KSh 15,800
GCO 220 Bosch Cut Off GrinderKSh 33,390
BT CHOP/MULTICUTSAW GCO 240 PROFESSIONALKSh 28,500
BOSCH JIGSAW GST 650 PROFESSIONAL, 450W, CORDEDKSh 8,150| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Bosch – GWS 700 Professional Angle Grinder. | KSh 6,990 |
| Bosch GWS 2200-230 Angle Grinder Professional (9 Inches) | KSh 15,800 |
| GCO 220 Bosch Cut Off Grinder | KSh 33,390 |
| BT CHOP/MULTICUTSAW GCO 240 PROFESSIONAL | KSh 28,500 |
| BOSCH JIGSAW GST 650 PROFESSIONAL, 450W, CORDED | KSh 8,150 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 10 November 2026).
How to Cut With an Angle Grinder, Step by Step
- Keep the protective film on the sheet to avoid scratches.
- Mark the line with a scriber or marker and a straight edge.
- Clamp the sheet on a bench with the off-cut supported so it does not pinch the disc.
- Fit a thin stainless (inox) cutting disc; do not use a disc that has cut ordinary steel, because iron particles can cause rust spots.
- Cut with light pressure, letting the disc do the work; for long cuts, clamp a straight edge as a guide.
- Deburr with a flap disc or file, then clean the area.
How to Avoid Heat Marks and Rust Spots
- Cut in short passes so the sheet stays cool.
- Use stainless-only discs, brushes and files.
- Clean off grinding dust from the surface after cutting.
- For visible food equipment, finish the edges as described in how to polish stainless steel.
Safety: wear eye protection, gloves and hearing protection when cutting or grinding metal, keep sparks away from anything flammable and unplug tools before changing discs.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best tool to cut stainless steel sheet?
An angle grinder with a thin inox disc for straight cuts; a jigsaw with a fine metal blade for curves.
Can I cut stainless steel with tin snips?
Yes, thin sheet (around 0.5–0.8 mm) for short cuts; thicker sheet needs power tools.
Why does stainless rust after cutting?
Usually iron particles from tools or discs used on ordinary steel, or heat damage. Use stainless-only consumables and clean the surface.
How do I cut a hole in stainless steel?
Drill a pilot hole, then use a hole saw or step drill for round holes, or a jigsaw for shapes.
Can H-TECH cut sheets to size?
Ask when you order; we confirm cutting and fabrication in the quotation.