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Malco Hand Tools

Name: Exterior Pro Materials
Address: Unit 5, 1235 Journey's End Cir, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 8T7, CA
Telephone: +1 (905) 836-7272

Malco hand tools are the professional standard for vinyl siding installation in Canada, distributed by Mitten Building Products. The lineup includes the J-Channel Cutter (JCCR/JCC50R/JCC75R) for drain tabs and miter cuts, the NHP1R Nail Hole Punch for elongated slots, the SRT2 SideSwiper II for damage-free panel removal, the TNP2S Trim Nail Punch for mar-free nail driving, and the ULV10 Ultra Lightweight Vinyl Snips for clean cuts through vinyl, aluminum coil, and house wrap. All made in the USA with hardened steel construction and covered by Malco's Limited Lifetime Warranty.

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WarrantyLimited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.

Profiles & Specifications

JCCR / JCC50R / JCC75RJ-Channel Cutter

Professional J-channel cutter available in three sizes matching nominal J-channel widths: JCCR for 5/8 in. (15.9 mm) channel, JCC50R for 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) channel, and JCC75R for 3/4 in. (19.1 mm) channel. Makes drain tabs with a light one-click handle stroke, and produces complete notch cutouts and 45-degree trim cuts with a full handle stroke. Jaw depth graduations from 3/8 to 1-1/4 in. (9.5 to 31.2 mm) for precise depth control. Hardened all-steel construction with 7:1 compound-leverage mechanical advantage, nickel chrome and black oxide rust-resistant finishes, and RedLine ergonomic handle with thumb-operated one-hand latch. Limited lifetime warranty.

Models	JCCR (5/8 in. channel) · JCC50R (1/2 in. channel) · JCC75R (3/4 in. channel)
Jaw Depth Graduations	3/8 to 1-1/4 in. (9.5 to 31.2 mm)
Mechanical Advantage	7:1 compound-leverage system
Cuts	Drain tabs (light / 1 click) · notch cutouts · 45° trim cuts (full stroke)
Construction	Hardened all-steel, nickel chrome + black oxide rust-resistant finishes
Handle	RedLine ergonomic — non-slip grip insert, spring actuation, thumb-operated latch
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.
Made In	USA

NHP1RNail Hole Punch

Adds or elongates nail slots in vinyl and aluminum siding (up to 0.019 in.) to accommodate irregular stud spacing. Punches a generous 5/32 × 3/4 in. (4.0 × 19.1 mm) horizontal slot — the elongated shape lets panels slide freely during thermal expansion without the nail binding. Constructed of hardened steel stampings with rugged investment cast alloy steel jaws and rust-resistant nickel plate and black oxide finishes. 7:1 compound-leverage for clean punching with minimal effort. RedLine ergonomic handle with spring actuation and thumb-operated latch for comfortable one-handed operation. Limited lifetime warranty.

Model	NHP1R
Slot Size	5/32 × 3/4 in. (4.0 × 19.1 mm) horizontal slot
Material Gauge	Vinyl siding and aluminum siding up to 0.019 in. (0.48 mm)
Mechanical Advantage	7:1 compound-leverage system
Jaw Construction	Investment cast alloy steel — hardened steel stampings
Handle	RedLine ergonomic — thumb-operated latch, non-slip grip
Finish	Rust-resistant nickel plate and black oxide
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.
Made In	USA

SRT2SideSwiper II — Vinyl Siding Removal Tool

One-piece spring steel siding removal tool for safely unlocking and releasing vinyl siding panels without damage. The blade is angled from the bottom plane of the handle, keeping the user's wrist straight and knuckles well above the work surface. Surface finishing and plating of the blade ensures the hook will not cut into or shave the vinyl material. Form-fitting plastisol grip is bonded directly to the steel body for lifetime durability and stays non-slip when wet. Oversize hang hole fits a 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) peg hook. Virtually indestructible one-piece spring steel construction. Limited lifetime warranty.

Model	SRT2
Construction	One-piece spring steel — virtually indestructible
Blade	Angled from handle base — keeps knuckles clear of wall surface
Blade Finish	Surface finished and plated — will not cut into or shave vinyl
Grip	Form-fitting plastisol dip — bonded for life, non-slip when wet
Storage	Oversize hang hole for 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) peg hook
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.
Made In	USA

TNP2STrim Nail Punch

Drives standard trim nails into soffit, fascia, and finishing trim without denting or marring the material surface. The TNP2S heavy-duty model features an all-steel nose that directs weight to the working end and an aluminum tail piece. Accommodates standard trim nails up to 1-1/4 in. (31.2 mm). Nose fits into 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) J-channel for precise nail placement. Also available as TNP2R (with nail-retaining clip — keeps nail securely positioned from any angle, ideal on ladders) and TNP3S (pocket-sized with hex collar to prevent rolling on flat surfaces). Limited lifetime warranty.

Model	TNP2S — Heavy Duty
Related Models	TNP2R (nail-retaining clip) · TNP3S (pocket size, hex collar)
Nose Material	All-steel nose — directs weight to working end
Tail Material	Aluminum tail piece
Nail Capacity	Standard trim nails up to 1-1/4 in. (31.2 mm)
J-Channel Fit	Nose fits 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) J-channel
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.
Made In	USA

ULV10Ultra Lightweight Vinyl Cutting Snips

10 in. (254 mm) lightweight cutting snips engineered for easy starting and cutting through the thickest, hardest vinyl siding and non-ferrous materials. Sharp knife-like beveled blade produces a big 3 in. (76 mm) controlled cut per stroke. Weighs under 9 oz (249 g) — the lightweight polymer frame reduces hand fatigue over a full workday. Protective handle loops are easy to grasp. Blades are replaceable on-site. Handles aluminum trim coil 0.019 in. (0.48 mm) as well as vinyl and other non-ferrous materials. Designed for all-weather conditions. Limited lifetime warranty.

Model	ULV10
Overall Length	10 in. (254 mm)
Weight	Under 9 oz (249 g)
Cut Length	3 in. (76 mm) per stroke
Blade	Sharp knife-like beveled edge — replaceable on-site
Material Capacity	Vinyl siding · aluminum trim coil 0.019 in. (0.48 mm) · non-ferrous materials
Frame	Lightweight polymer
Warranty	Limited lifetime warranty — Malco Products, Inc.
Made In	USA

Specifications

Tool Overview

Tool	Model(s)	Key Specification	Use
J-Channel Cutter	JCCR / JCC50R / JCC75R	7:1 leverage · jaw grad. 3/8–1-1/4 in.	Drain tabs, notch cutouts, 45° miter cuts
Nail Hole Punch	NHP1R	5/32 × 3/4 in. slot · 7:1 leverage	Add/elongate nail slots for stud spacing
SideSwiper II	SRT2	Spring steel · angled blade	Unlock and remove vinyl siding panels
Trim Nail Punch	TNP2S / TNP2R / TNP3S	Fits 1/2 in. J-channel · up to 1-1/4 in. nails	Drive trim nails without marring surface
Vinyl Cutting Snips	ULV10	10 in. · under 9 oz · 3 in. cut	Cut vinyl siding, trim coil, non-ferrous

All tools: Malco Products, Inc. — Made in USA — Limited Lifetime Warranty. Distributed by Mitten Building Products.

J-Channel Cutter — Model Selection

Model	Nominal J-Channel	Knockout Width
JCC50R	1/2 in. (12.7 mm)	0.655 in. (16 mm)
JCCR	5/8 in. (15.9 mm)	0.840 in. (21 mm)
JCC75R	3/4 in. (19.1 mm)	0.975 in. (24 mm)

Select the model matching your J-channel profile. Note: JCC75R knockout is sized for 3/4 in. J-channel which typically measures 1 in. overall — the knockout is 1 in. to prevent freeze-related water damage.

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Application Guide

J-CHANNEL CUTTER — DRAIN TABS: Insert the J-channel into the jaws and apply light handle pressure (one click) to create a drain tab. Drain tabs allow water to escape the channel. For notch cutouts and 45-degree miter cuts, use a full handle stroke. Use the graduations on the upper jaw to gauge tab or notch depths from 3/8 to 1-1/4 in. (9.5 to 31.2 mm). Both sides of the jaws cut 45-degree miters for a professional finished look at trim intersections.
J-CHANNEL CUTTER — TIPS: Applying even pressure throughout the cutting stroke prevents over-travel, which can crack drain tabs. Practice on scrap material before working on the finished installation. Cold or aged vinyl is more prone to cracking — take care in low temperatures.
NAIL HOLE PUNCH — USAGE: Position the punch on the panel at the desired nail location and squeeze the handle. The 5/32 × 3/4 in. elongated horizontal slot allows the siding panel to move freely during thermal expansion without the nail binding. Use to add new nail slots when panels cannot reach existing studs, or to elongate existing holes when re-hanging panels.
SIDESWIPER II — PANEL REMOVAL: INSERTION — Wedge the tip of the blade under the overlapping panel and hook onto the back lip of the buttlock. UNLOCKING — Pulling the lip downward, slide the tool along the length of the panel to unlock it and expose the nail row of the panel to be removed. PANEL REPLACEMENT — Lock and nail the replacement panel into place. Use the tool to re-lock the overlapping panel: pull down on the panel lip and press it into the lock of the replacement panel below.
TRIM NAIL PUNCH — USAGE: Set the nail in the nose of the punch and position the tool against the trim surface. Strike the tail end with a hammer to drive the nail flush without denting or marring the material. The nose fits directly into 1/2 in. J-channel for precise positioning. The TNP2R model with nail-retaining clip keeps the nail securely seated from any angle — particularly useful when working on a ladder or reaching to nail overhead soffit.
ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT VINYL SNIPS — CUTTING: Open the blades fully and position the cut start point at the edge of the material. Squeeze firmly through the stroke — the sharp knife-like bevel starts and cuts cleanly through even the thickest vinyl profiles without splintering. The 3 in. (76 mm) cut length per stroke keeps control high for both straight cuts and curves. Replace blades when cuts begin to require noticeably more force.
GENERAL CARE: Clean tools after use to remove vinyl chips and debris. Lightly oil the pivot points on the J-channel cutter and nail hole punch to maintain smooth action. Store in a dry location — nickel plate and black oxide finishes provide rust resistance but avoid prolonged exposure to standing moisture. All Malco tools are covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.

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