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Those usually use a nibbler attachment on a drill which will have s little guard over it so it doesn't nibble you. No blades to say, more like a tiny shear.
They're meant for thin sheet metal so they're pretty strong and not completely devoid of danger, but you can add guards and make it so.
They're pretty cool for the kiddos and crafting!
Here's a super over complicated version to understand the concept.
https://www.instructables.com/DIY-Cardboard-Cutting-Machine-The-Bibbler-Nibbler-/
Or can just like get one of these and a drill with a zip tie. Poke thst through a nice solid topped box and cut away.
this thing
Have fun!
Oh is that what they are? I did HVAC for a few months when the enviro field was slow. Saw them and thought they were the damnedest things.