What size bolt cutters do I need to cut a padlock?

What size of bolt cutters should you use to cut a padlock? A set of 24-inch bolt cutters can cut metal up to 7/16-inch in diameter, which will cut the bolts on most standard padlocks. For higher-quality padlocks that use a harder metal, use a 36-inch bolt cutter.

Can a bolt cutter cut a padlock?

Bolt cutters are the common tool of choice for to cut padlocks during forcible-entry. When a padlock fails or fractures, it usually does so at the latch cut on the shackle, or at the base of the shackle where it swivels down inside.

What locks can bolt cutters not cut through?

The Master Lock Magnum keyed padlock and the Master Lock ProSeries Combination Lock both resist bolt cutters.

What is the best bolt cutter?

Arguably the best bolt cutters on the market, Fiskars PowerGear is a next-gen bolt chopper, designed for the ultimate strength, comfort, and control.

How do you sharpen bolt cutters?

The bevel on bolt cutters is usually somewhere between 20 and 30 degrees, so take the mill file and hold it at the correct angle. What you will need to do is, slide the mill file at an angle along the blade until you reach the end, then bring the mill file back and repeat.

Are there lock resistant to bolt cutters?

To truly secure a bicycle, riders are advised to use locks that are bolt-cutter resistant. These locks come in the form of padlocks, chains and U-shape locks. The Oxford 16mm Nemesis Chain and Lock has 5/8 inches of Cromo hardened steel round shackle. This bolt-cutter proof lock is 2 1/8 inches tall inside and 1 1/2-inches wide.

What are bolt cutter sizes available?

Bolt cutters are usually available in 12, 14, 18, 24, 30, 36 and 42 inches (30.5, 35.6, 46, 61, 76, 91.4 and 107 cm) in length. The length is measured from the tip of the jaw to the end of the handle. Angle cut has the cutter head angled for easier insertion. Typical angling is 25 to 35 degrees.