Prosekatel for a metal profile under drywall

A prosekatel, or firmware, is today called a tool whose function is to bond metal profiles and profiles from other materials for drywall or other facing material. Any person who ventured to make repairs independently knows that for the installation of drywall, they first assemble steel structures from metal profiles.

There are several opinions regarding the means of its fasteners. Most craftsmen tend to use screws or screws in this capacity. To perform such operations will need a screwdriver or electric drill with different nozzles, as well as a decent amount of screws themselves.

An alternative to this method is the cutting of metal profiles with the help of special devices / tools.They are so called - plasterboards for metal sheet under drywall.

Today, drywall is used in almost any repair. It is used when building partitions, trim work areas, classrooms or living rooms. Making curved multi-level ceilings, making cladding and installing walls of plasterboard - this is only a small part of its scope. It facilitates and accelerates the work of such a common and convenient tool as a metal profile cutter for drywall.

Three main modifications of the firmware are distributed:

• The manual model making fixture manually.

• The reinforced model is a professional modification of the divider with the possibility of replacing the working parts. It is designed to work with a complex shape profile if the application of physical effort is required.
• Professional model using multistage punches.

The latter modification has a higher cost and has a large weight and dimensions. The scope of its use - objects that require a large amount of repair work. For its operation it is necessary to have certain knowledge and practical skills.

Since it’s quite simple to use instructions for its use will be very simple:

• the joined parts are combined by imposing on each other;
• the area of ​​their connection is brought into the working zone of the prosexator;
• handles reduce to a click.

The resulting sample connect the surfaces of the parts. The countersinks (the form of the piercers), as a result of the knobs, make a hole with a certain type of edges. Edges bend and interlock, which improves fasteners. The total punching layer has limitations in thickness (0.55-1.5 mm) and the diameter, which depends on the diameter of the piercer, is from 2 to 5 mm. Slitters can be used for chamfering.

Installing cladding sheets of plasterboard involves two main options for mounting them:

• fixing with glue;
• mount on a metal frame.

The latter method, of course, will “eat” the useful free area of ​​the room to some extent, but the masters prefer to use it. The choice of this option is optimal in order to firmly secure the guides with each other. This compound has maximum strength and reliability compared to other methods.

Many people express a wide variety of opinions about the use of the prosector. Someone considers it a matter of basic necessities for repairs, and someone thinks that attaching something to drywall in this way is the height of insecurity.

The main thing for which the splitter is valued is the absence of hardware for fasteners, that is:

• it makes the connection without the use of screws / wood screws, and consequently, there is a big saving of material and time;
• since the use of screws / screws is not expected, the use of a prosekatel also significantly saves finances;
• extra holes in the drywall and profile are eliminated;
• the material itself is not deformed, there are no burrs, dents, any roughness;
• if it is not necessary to purchase replaceable working bodies (stamp, punch) for the piercer - this is also an economy, since there is no need to spend money on their purchase;

• the lack of protrusion of the screw cap makes the fit of the plasterboard sheet to the profile closer;
• no electrical connection is required to connect electrical tools;
• a small cutter is used with one hand;
• the shape of the body of the cutter varies widely and depends largely on the developments of a particular manufacturer;
• during operations with him, only physical strength is needed to press the handles;
• high-quality sifter securely connects the surfaces.

Conditionally according to the functional, the panes are divided into the following types:

• small sizes cutters are more popular because they are cheaper in cost and more convenient to use if it is said about repairs that are carried out on a case-by-case basis;
• enhanced version The stitcher is convenient for the work of teams of small-scale repairmen, if they have in mind work in household and utility rooms;
• professional cutter should be used in the implementation of large-scale projects, with large amounts of capital construction, when installing partitions in rooms.

The first two types of such tools are attractive at low cost and relatively small size. The third type of prosector also has its advantages - it can be exploited for a long time, it can perform more functions. There are also slotted cassettes, flexible, using a needle roller.

You need to know the following:

• to create a hole or a high-quality attachment, you need to use only the tool that is designed for the appropriate thickness of the metal profile;
• during punching it is forbidden to make sharp displacements of the parts and the cutter itself, since this will lead to insufficient quality of the cut area;
• beat on the instrument to enhance the breakdown is prohibited;
• install the slider only in position 900 to the material to be joined;
• in the areas of joining of metal profiles or where the profile was increased, it is prohibited to punch a groove;
• the joint hinge of the parts of the piercer must be regularly lubricated with the appropriate type of lubricant.

Construction trade networks offer products from various manufacturers of plugs / flashers. Of course, each of the brands offers its own version of the tool, which has certain advantages and disadvantages.

This construction equipment comfortably mounts galvanized drywall strips.With the help of ticks, the plasterboard layout is facilitated and fasteners are monitored. The pliers make it possible to hold a sheet of plasterboard in a vertical position when mounting the walls, to transfer sheets in this position and to mark out flat surfaces. Prosekatel Knauf construction is simple and effective.

The Knauf Shtantsang sifter is one of the least intricate examples of such a tool and has only three structural elements:

• bracket, equipped with "jaws" and a fixed handle;
• the second non-fixed handle has an installed transfer device;
• work tool (peen).

Manufacturers of fasteners from Germany have excellent recommendations from market participants and buyers. The purpose of these ticks is to fix metal profiles by a slit with bending in of small metal parts. They can easily be used by home craftsmen for non-capital repairs,if the use of screws and other fasteners is not provided, which will make the level of work much more productive.

It is allowed to perform work using only one hand. This firmware is designed to work with a metal profile for drywall and metal sheet up to 1.2 mm thick.

The device of this brand greatly facilitates all types of work as a novice and professional. It fixes the racks or rails on the ceiling during repairs. A useful constructive addition - it can serve to trim, bend and form the corners of a galvanized profile during its installation.

By purchasing a drywall profiler from this manufacturer, you can forget about the self-tapping screws / screws, incorrect installation and making a large number of optional holes that reduce the strength of the structure. The Matrix brand tool is renowned for being effective, wear-resistant, resistant to aggressive media, and distinguished by its durability and reliability.

Specifications:

• penetrated layer - 0.6 mm;
• dimensions - 250 mm;
• weight - 1.75 kg;
• stamp made of tool steel grade U-8;
• handle material - rubber;
• possibility of use with one hand;
• produced in China.

Characteristics of the punched hole: clean, no burrs, two folded petals on both sides, no dents of surfaces.

Stanley has earned the fame of a worthy and reliable manufacturer of various types of tools. Under the same definition can be attributed, and the reinforced piercer. Scopes of application: at installation works, construction, repair and re-planning of household and industrial warehouses, rooms. Also intended for bonding U-shaped frames for plasterboard.

The firmware has a powerful transmission mechanism, it is equipped with movable ergonomic lever handles with rubberized surfaces that allow one-handed operation, and this is an important nuance when repair work is carried out without attracting outside labor. A functionally important addition is a locking bracket-clamp, similar to those used in hole punch models. This will prevent the sudden injury-causing abnormal opening of its handles and eliminate injuries in the folded position when the tool is not working.

Specifications:

• penetrated layer - 1.2 mm;
• dimensions - 240 mm;
• weight - 730 g;
• the working surface is made of oxidized steel;
• covered with black protective lacquer;
• handle material - rubber;
• possibility of use with one hand;
• produced in China, USA, Taiwan.

Divider is impact resistant, resistant to aggressive acids and alkalis, which significantly increases the time of its beneficial use.

Acquaintance with a professional Russian-made riveter can be started with the fact that it is intended for quick fastening of galvanized slats with their thickness up to 1 mm. The scope of the "Bison" - installation work during construction work and major repairs. The strength of the connection is provided by punching 1.5 mm holes and the subsequent folding of the two petals. Screws / screws are not used.

Prosekatel is equipped with replaceable stamps, which are made of high-strength steel. Handles are covered with rubber. Protection against rust is provided by galvanizing the surface, which is important when working in conditions of high humidity.

Specifications:

• punched layer - 1 mm;
• size - 250 mm;
• weight - 800 g;
• stamp - tool steel U-8;
• handle material - rubber;
• possibility of use with one hand;
• produced in Russia, China.

Zaklepochnik has a good degree of wear resistance, has a long service life, high reliability.

There are a number of manufacturers of devices that have positive reviews on the Russian market: Topex (the most popular models are +350, 43e100, 68 mm), Fit, Matrix, Hardy, Makita, Santool, Sparta. Almost all of them fall under the same price and technical characteristics, and also have approximately the same popularity among buyers.

In conclusion, it can be said that metal profile cutters for plasterboard panels are modern tools for builders, repairmen and home craftsmen. When resorting to their help, it is relatively easy to reschedule and insulate the wall, lintel or multi-level ceiling with drywall.

If you use a prosekatel, you can forget about the uncomfortable and small fasteners and components, broken screwdriver handles and injuries of hands due to non-compliance with safety regulations.

In the next video, see a review of the cutters for the metal profile under the drywall.