




🔧 Cut smarter, not harder — the DEWALT 20V MAX Metal Shear is your ultimate jobsite sidekick!
The DEWALT 20V MAX Metal Shear (DCS494B) is a cordless, battery-powered cutting tool featuring a 360-degree pivoting head for unparalleled access in tight spaces. It delivers precise cuts on up to 14 gauge mild steel at 2,450 strokes per minute, with a built-in LED light for enhanced visibility. Designed for professionals seeking mobility and accuracy, this bare tool requires a 20V MAX battery (sold separately) and comes with a 3-year limited warranty.



| ASIN | B011HX36GS |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Best Sellers Rank | #87,774 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #54 in Power Shears |
| Blade Edge | Straight |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | DEWALT |
| Color | Brown |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (507) |
| Date First Available | August 13, 2016 |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885911462822 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Metal,stainless steel |
| Included Components | (1) DCS494 shears, (1) Hex wrench |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 4.6 pounds |
| Item model number | DCS494B |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | DCS494B |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 15.5"L x 3"W |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | One Size |
| Style | Classic |
| Type of Bulb | LED |
| UPC | 885911462822 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 20 Volts |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |
S**A
good tool
package was vague, but sturdy. the build of the tool is great and no issues with operation.
G**S
Excellent, powerful, well made
This is the kind of quality and performance I generally expect from Dewalt. It went through 0.060 steel like butter, and could easily have done 0.075 I think. The blades are very precise and well-crafted, far superior to my older pneumatic shear. A close fit delivers easier cutting. You do have to find JUST the right angles for easy snipping, so I rock the tool slightly up/down and side/side until the cutting gets smooth and easy. What a joy to use.
C**E
Works great!
Used for metal building. Cuts straight lines easly. Not for use over ridges. Seems to be well made.
S**R
Great tool
This is a great tool and works well. The only thing I was disappointed in was the length of time it took to get delivered
B**O
Professional sheet metal installer opinion
From a professional installers opinion whom works with Sheetmetal. This tool is manageable to cut corrugated wall or roofing materials. You just have to wiggle the cut head back and forth by rotating your wrist right to left a little bit. Yes it is worth the money if you are in the market for a quality double cut shear. It cuts well through 16 gauge flat stock materials.
T**S
It’s a heavy duty tool. It was worth my investment.
I use this daily it’s been working hard for my crew and my family. There are cheaper tools but I believe in the ability of this tool to be fast and true on the job. Less is not good when you have to be in and out on schedule. This is on my list of have to go to the job every job every day.
E**T
How did I live without one?
Works amazingly well! Doing any type of sheet work just got a lot easier! I just did a soffit and facia job. I would have used snips and a grinder in the past. And you’ll still need both. But this saves time and energy. Not to mention you’ll save your hands; not a single cut from this last job! I would definitely recommend getting this if you’re undecided!
D**N
Very disappointed
Would not recommend to any one Dewalt is usually good product But this needs a redesign it cuts flat metal ok but not good at all on classic rib roofing The jaw has to small of a bite it gets hung up on the humps and dose not cut a very tight radius either Very disappointed
R**I
Great delivery in great conditions
E**O
Me ha servido muy bien
M**O
It's expensive, but we'll worth it. Rips through 12GA steel like butter and uses very little battery
A**O
Best tool for steel frame, other level
T**.
Cutter worked for about 1 battery then one bolt sheared off. now i have downtime getting it repaired
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