How to Choose Between CNC Guillotine Shears and Swing Beam Shears

QC11Y guillotine and QC12Y swing beam models are the two mainstream CNC shearing machines, with material thickness and cutting surface requirements as core selection criteria. Swing beam shears cut via swinging tool holders, featuring a simple structure and affordable price, ideal for thin plates of 0.5–10mm and small advertising & decorative parts. Guillotine shears feature vertically descending tool holders with three-point rolling guide wheels for uniform cutting force, delivering flat, distortion-free cutting surfaces. They fit medium and thick carbon steel & stainless steel of 10–30mm, prioritized by construction machinery and steel structure factories. Both come with standard CNC backgauges and light line alignment devices; guillotine models can be fitted with large cylinders for thick plates, while swing beam machines are lighter and occupy less floor space. Shanghai No.1 Forging provides trial cutting services – customers may bring raw materials for on-site cutting to visually compare cutting surfaces and precision before finalizing model specifications.