Will this easily cut through 2"X4" posts or would I need something larger?
189013
It misses cutting through a 4 x 4 by about 5/8ths of an inch. I had to abandon a project today because of that issue. Great for 2 x 4's or lumber smaller than a 4x4.
1049532
Yes. 3" is fine for this , but you need to be sure of width and length measurements, or be prepared for a major effort to cut those dimensions cleanly.
1732550
It would probably cut foam board without a problem, but the 3/16 measurement might be difficult to manage since the paper cutter has a half inch grid.
2261237
I would say that they are limited to about a 2-3 in depth. A 4x6 would be too much for a through cut.
1384966
Inch boards are about as far as I want go with this. Nice little saw, it would probably cut more thickness but would be slow. I use a band saw for thick stuff.
2083863
I wouldn't recommend it. Though it may fit and function, the rather large diameter of the 'wheel' would cut down on the space available for cutting. Using it on an 8.5" saw, I doubt there would be enough blade left to cross-cut a 4x4 in a single pass. Though if you've never cut stock that large, then perhaps it won't matter.
1065945
I don't know. I use it mainly for cutting dense cardboard similar to a strong cereal box and around 8-10 sheets of regular 22# paper. I get square cuts by using the clamp that is operated by the crank handle that clamps the paper parallel to the cutter knife. I'm not using it in a professional manner.........just home stuff. If the guides are adjusted correctly, the measurements are close enough, easily within 1/16". This is not a machine tool for cutting to tolerances on the order of 1/1000". Be aware that this cutter is very heavy and needs a sturdy table or bench.
1302451
I think it would be heavy enough for post cards. I have never used it for that purpose but I cut an 8 1/2 X 11 sheet in half to make two cards with it.
1363846
I cut 1/8" plastic engraving stock with it. It works great if you are careful to use a sturdy straight edge and make 2 or more passes and then snap it.
2146719
This is not for a 4x4 post...either square or round........its for a metal pole or a wood pole like you would use in your closet. Either square or round will work as long as the pole is under about 2 "It really keeps the nest safe. ..from everything
1547279
I believe a 4" will do it. but if you have steady hands you can save yourself some coin if you tape it off well and cut it with a sawzall, jigsaw, etc.
1199553
Yes, that this close to the upper limit of what it can cut. With 4 inch or smaller trees, you should have no problems. The tool is very safe; much safer than a regular chain saw.
865940
Absolutely. It will take a bit of work, but the Microplane can remove material quickly across the grain as would be the case in rounding the top of a post. I would also cut away as much sod as possible with a skill saw, etc., before rounding. How the majority of the wood could be removed the most efficiently would depend on if the post is already in place or if the posts can be rounded before installation.
830338
The max. cutting depth of this saw is 6 1/2 inches with the blade provided. As for steel posts, I think it was designed for timber framing wood. Abrasive cut off blade might work. Do they come in the 16 inch size?
1164813
I used it to cut some small tree limbs, maybe 3-4" across. Cut them with no problem.
1121262
I wouldn't use this to rip 4", you'll have a 50/50 chance of it coming out right, but that goes for any tile breaker. It's a very nice piece though.
1791189
I have no problems with a 2x4. That's all I've cut so far but see no problems with it cutting a 2x6.