Cutting your own copper shapes can be easier than you think.
Cutting copper sheet with a torch.
Work gloves must be worn during the cutting process as the cutting edge of the copper is very sharp.
Mark the required dimensions on the surface of the sheet using marking tool and straightedge.
For thicker copper sheet you would want to use a jewelry saw it s a bit slower but gives you a nicer finished cutting edge.
For higher gauges meaning thinner copper you can easily do it with standard hardware store metal snips.
They look like big scissors and work the same way.
Measure the dimensions needed with tape measure.
The sheers handles are brought together to cut through the sheet.
Cutting slower will also give you plenty of opportunity to blow away the bits and pieces of copper and dust caused by the cutting process.
Take your time and let the cutter work its way through the copper for a straighter and even cut.
Begin cut with metal cutting sheer.