[BASIC HANDTOOLS] COMMON TYPES OF SCISSORS AND HOW TO USE AND PRESERVE THEM PROPERLY
- 09 Mar, 2023
Scissors are a very popular tool and are used in many different fields. We will learn about the types of scissors as well as how to use and preserve scissors in the article below.
I. What is drag?
II. Basic types of scissors on the market
III. Use scissors properly
IV. How to properly preserve scissors
V. Buy genuine scissors at good prices at Phu Thai Tech
I. What is drag?
Scissors are a type of hand tool used for cutting. Scissors are designed in many styles and materials to serve many different purposes. The structure includes:
- The handle is usually covered with plastic or rubber to ensure that the user does not get hand pain while operating.
- The scissors blade consists of 2 sharp crossed blades. The scissors blade is made of hard metal such as steel to ensure durability and rust resistance.
- The shaft is the connection point between the 2 blades, the fulcrum for the 2 blades to move smoothly and flexibly. The shaft can be a rivet, bolt, etc.

II. Basic types of scissors on the market
Multi-purpose scissors : These are scissors designed for use in a variety of purposes. Typically, multi-purpose scissors can be used to cut various materials such as fabric, paper, wire, soft metals, and plastics. Multi-purpose scissors are the most common type of scissors and are always found in every household.

Pruning shears : These are scissors made specifically for gardening, designing, pruning, and caring for bonsai. Pruning shears have large, powerful blades that help gardeners cut large, tough, and difficult-to-cut branches.
Metal shears : A tool used to cut metal materials such as steel, aluminum and copper. Metal shears have blades made of high-grade carbon steel or stainless steel, processed by special methods to ensure sharp cutting edges and durability. Metal shears are widely used in repair and construction work.

Wire stripper : A tool designed to cut and strip the insulation of electrical wires. This makes cutting and connecting wires safe and accurate. Wire stripper has a steel blade and is designed to cut different types of wires. It also has a built-in stripper blade to strip the insulation of wires.

Pipe Cutter : A tool designed to cut metal, plastic or other types of pipes to create precision and moderate thickness for the pipe. Pipe cutters have blades designed for fast and precise cutting and are also used to cut pipes of different diameters.

III. Use scissors properly
Adjust the blades properly : If the blades need to be adjusted, make sure you understand and apply the adjustment steps properly to avoid damaging the blades.
Use scissors properly : Use scissors to cut the materials they are designed to cut, do not use scissors to cut other materials.
Using scissors properly will help maintain the durability and sharpness of the scissors for a long time.
IV. How to properly preserve scissors
Proper storage of scissors is important to ensure long-term use and to maintain the sharpness of the blades. Here are some tips for storing scissors:
- Always keep scissors dry and clean : After use, you should dry the scissor blades and remove any foreign objects stuck on the blades with a soft cloth or tissue. Then, store the scissors in a dry and cool place.
- Store scissors in a safe location : To avoid damaging or losing the sharpness of the scissor blades, store scissors in a safe place such as a toolbox or cabinet, and do not let them fall or be hit.
- Do not expose scissors to corrosive substances : Avoid exposing scissors to corrosive substances such as acids or salts, which may affect the sharpness of the cutting blade.
- Store scissors properly : If you are not going to use your scissors for a long time, store them in a cloth bag or hard case to protect the blades from dirt or scratches.
Proper storage of scissors will help them maintain their sharpness for many years to come.

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