how does this saw work on metal? will be using for exhaust for work
1503408
works great....like a previous reply, it depends on the blade. I've cut water pipe with it so it should work well on anything thinner.
1503409
I guess it would depend on the thickness of the metal that you are cutting and the quality of the blade. So far I have no complaints about the saw. I have used it on metal (1/4 thick) but mostly wood items. I suggest that you get a spare battery with it.
1503410
I use mine primarily for wood and small metal projects. A lot depends on the blade, of course. Be sure to get a few High Capacity batteries. Because the tool is so small I can carry it, along with several other small Bosch tools in a relatively small case. I often get told how cute my tools are and how diminutive they are... I guess that if I had to do a heavy job and had a big workspace I might opt for a larger tool with a bigger motor in it, but this one suits my needs -- cutting nails from around old windows, trimming small metal rods and a small tree branch now and then.
1959947
I have used many jig saws at work over 35 years cutting wood and metal. This is the best jig saw I've ever used. My son has one and he loves it. He cuts mostly wood and I cut mostly metal. I would recommend this saw.
1609877
No, this machine is designed to cut wood, not metal. The speed of the saw would be too fast to cut mild steel. Using this machine to cut metal will void any manufacturer warranty.
897214
I primarily use this saw for glass. I have used it on copper bar that was .37" thick. The saw really didn't like doing it. It is under powered for use with metal or thick materials and for production work it would be nearly useless. It is a craft saw (which means toy). It works great on glass, tile, and thin wood. But it sounds like you are going to need a machine that has more power. I have thought that a ring saw might have been a better idea. Good Hunting.
1307296
The saw itself had no problem cutting 1" ID steel tubing with a wall thickness of 1/8". The cut was neat enough for what we wanted to do with it (re-sizing an air gun piston). When it comes to cutting flat metal, the saw has no problem for any reasonable thickness (less than 3/16) that I have attempted. That said, 1/16 or thinner tends to warp if you are just trying to rip a piece without bracing the sides of the cut. Now, I keep saying the "saw has no problem", because the commonly available Bosch blades don't last too long. HOWEVER, I wasn't going heavy enough with the oil (I assume), and I think the blades were overheating (warping and blackening).... So to sum up, the saw is not the problem, with the proper technique and blade the saw cuts metal of a thickness less than 3/16 quickly, and acceptably cleanly. May not apply to stainless steel though, no experience with stainless. -Edit- Remember to keep this saw spotless if you are cutting metal; it will crud up like crazy if you throw it aside with metal filings all over it. This is a quality tool.
1661150
I am not an expert in metal cutting using a bandsaw. The saw should be able to cut your aluminum, but, I am hesitant to mix metal with a woodworking saw. Too much chance of getting filings under the wheel bands without excellent vacuum system to keep filings scavenged away. I would go with the bandsaw blades the manufacturer recommends on teeth per inch. I feel a bi-metal blade with a higher tooth count would produce a smoother cut. Hope someone with better experience than me will assist you.
1953198
It's a powerful saw that works hard, but I don't have any experience to compare it with. It's only my second saw and I use it infrequently. Sorry.
30368
I've had this saw for a long time. It's great for light duty use. I wouldn't use it on 12" solid metal regularly. And the 20v battery will not work. If u need to cut alot of hard steel go with a plug in cord one. They are way stronger. The cord is a hassle but having to recharge batteries every 5 minutes and weaker cutting ability off sets the hassle of the cord. If r just cutting 2x4, plywood, nails, PVC, copper/brass, nails/bolts tree branch then this saw is worth the money
2230182
no this saw has worked very good and it is powerfull. easy to operate, I would give it a 9.5 out of 10 points only because there is no brake on the blade and it takes a few seconds to stop. best buy for the money.
1922961
I have the miter saw hooked to my shop dust collection system via some adapters I had to make so that the 39mm saw exhaust opening could connect to a 2" hose. It works better when hooked to the air system. There is still some stray sawdust that accumulates behind the saw so it isn't perfect by any means.
535665
I haven't used it on anything metal, but I really don't think it would have any problems doing any kind of job. So far mine has worked great for my needs.
2131091
It can also be cut with a hack saw. This is a simple non power tool that can cut thin metal.
748173
yes, this unit will work on exhaust, but metal needs to be clean or will want to puddle and not penetrate properly. tacking to hold pieces together helps, keep heat low, other wise you'll burn thru.
584553
Definitely aluminum, with the right blade. Steel I haven't tried and can't speak to. I'd look up 10" blades that cut steel and if they're compatible with the saw (a hook angle of 5 degrees or less, a 3/8" arbor, an adequate rpm, which I'd have to check...) it should do fine. It's more about the blade and speed than the other components of the saw. FWIW, I love this saw, several years into owning it.
1866525
This tool is basically a portable band saw used to easily cut metal. I suppose you could cut wood but it would be like cutting wood with a hacksaw. Why would you want to do it when other tools like a power saw, sawzall, or jigsaw would do a more efficient job. Thanks Ray Hippele
626541
I use it for woodworking. Not sure how it would work for welding. Personally, I would be a it leery about sparks and how well it would fit under a welding mask.
1032453
I have used this on many things and it works very well. I have not used it on Metal.