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The equation will calculate the force required to pierce or shear sheetmetal.

    F = P x T x PSI

F is force required, in pounds 
P is perimeter around area to be sheared, inches
T is sheet thickness in inches
PSI is the  shear strength rating of the material in pounds per square inch

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