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TENNSMITH's LM Series mechanical shears utilize a simple low maintenance design, coupled with an array of standard features for an attractive combination of high value and solid performance.

The LM1010 and LM1210 are equipped with a standard “Go-To” 30-inch back gauge system. The ball screw-driven back gauge provides quick, accurate cuts. The operator simply inputs an dimension, and then presses enter, and the gauge automatically positions to that number. Please call for more details.

The LM1010-2x incorporates the unique 2x back gauge system. This allows the operator to move the backstop from 0 to 30 inches in approximately 2 seconds with only two rotations of the handle. An optional digital readout is available for this system.








The LM Series shears are standard with four-edge, high carbon, high chrome blades, independent, self-leveling hold down feet with neoprene inserts, single, continuous and jog stroke cycles, motor reverse switch, precision-machined table with hand well, dual inch/metric inlaid bed scales and non-metallic gibs.

- LM1010 capacities are 10-gauge mild steel, 14-gauge stainless up to 121 inches in cutting length.
- LM1210 capacities are 10-gauge mild steel, 14-gauge stainless up to 145 inches in cutting length.

To enhance productivity, optional equipment available for the machine includes: five or ten-foot squaring arm, front support arms, light beam and protractor attachments. Please contact Tennsmith for a complete listing of optional equipment. The LM1010 and LM1210 also have available an air operated sheet support system. This system is available as Rear Return Only: System R drops the supported material to the rear of the machine. Please call for details.

The LM series shears are available in a reduced price “Performance Package” configuration. The Performance Package includes: a four foot squaring arm, a pair of front support arms, and air operated sheet support system. Performance “R” system is for rear return.





Low-Profile Mechanical Shears LM1010 LM1010-2x LM1210
Maximum shearing capacity, mild steel 10 gauge/3.5 mm 10 gauge/3.5 mm 10 gauge/3.5 mm
Maximum shearing capacity, stainless steel 14 gauge/2.0 mm 14 gauge/2.0 mm 14 gauge/2.0 mm
Maximum cutting length 121 in/3073 mm 121 in/3073 mm 145 in/3683 mm
Back gauge range 30 in/762 mm (Go-To) 30 in/762 mm (2x-F) 30 in/762 mm (Go-To)
Strokes per minute, full length 35 35 35
Number of holddown feet 16 16 18
Motor-230/460v, 3-phase, 60Hz 10 hp 10 hp 15 hp (Dual Motors)
Floor space, gauges in position 145 x 78 x 60 in 145 x 78 x 60 in 169 x 78 x 60 in
Shipping weight 9,400 lbs/4272 kg 9,400 lbs/4272 kg 11,400 lbs/5182 kg

Note: Cutting capacities are rated for Mild Steel Rated Materials at 80,000 Tensile / 44,000 Yield
Stainless Steel Rated Materials at 90,000 Tensile / 55,000 Yield


LM Series Options and Accessories:

- Performance Package R
- Squaring Arm, Five Foot with Dual Inlaid Inch/Metric Scale
- Squaring Arm, Ten Foot with Dual Inlaid Inch/Metric Scale
- Front Support Arms, Pair
- T-Slotted Table with Two Front Support Arms with Inlaid Inch/Metric Scales
- Power Go-To Back gauge 30 Inch Travel
- Protractor Attachment
- Work Shadow Light LM Series
- Stroke Counter for LM Series (Electro-Mechanical)
- Digital Readout for 2x Back gauge System
- Increased Cutting Speeds (Please consult factory)
- Replacement Blades (Four-Edge Top and Bottom)

Please inquire for optional features not listed