Will this saw work as a scroll saw as well (or a reasonable substitute)? What are the advantages/disadvantages when compared to a scroll saw?
1519850
It is nothing like a scroll saw. The tightest radius I would attempt would be 2-inches. It uses a jigsaw blade. It's more like a jigsaw than a scroll saw.
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
443922
I have used it to cut frozen sheep and deer, and got nice cuts, the only thing is if you try to rush it the blade bends and when it bends it cuts the table, so that is the only draw back. I hope that helps you with your decision. since i bought this saw, i have cut atleast 25 sheep and a minimum of 6 deers on it, no issues outside of the blade bending like i mentioned to you already.
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.
1764561
I have not used it for that purpose.The motor would handle soft wood but I don't think you will get a straight cut as youwould with a different saw.
1300975
ANY scroll saw will, with care and skill, slowly cut NON-ferrous metals. Thus aluminum and copper can be cut but NOT at speeds you might be used to with wood. I have cut 1/4" aluminum with some pretty cheap scroll saws. Just take it easy.
70864
Yes, it is pinless model. Very easy quick change and easy insertion of blade into holes and re-attachment. You enjoy this saw; just follow directions for tension and speed in the owner's manual. As a high school kid I couldn't use a scroll saw if my life depended on it. I always broke blades and such. Not with this saw. It is a sheer pleasure to use.
901027
MattThis a good value piece of equipment. Sufficient power. Might consider upgrading the blade to a cut a finer cut. Also I tweaked my saw following the advice in this video on you tube and it made a significant difference. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqqcmC5UY5E
2055524
No, It will only do straight line cuts. You'll need either a scroll saw or a jig saw to follow curved patterns. Scroll saw is table mounted and can follow tight radius curves. Jig saw can be table-mounted or hand held and can cut curves of larger radius. For either saw type, to cut tight radii cuts, you'll want a narrow blade (tip of tooth to back edge), for larger radii or straight line cuts, a wider blade is better.
2202684
You have read the instruction very carefully. It only fit few kinds of scroll saw. At least what I know is it does not fit the Ryobi scroll saw that I had.
2202682
I would appreciate a little more information to help. My 16" scroll saw is the distance from the blade to the throat of the saw for maximum cut. If this is the distance you are referring to your 5" saw, this dimension is irrelevant. You need to know if your tool can accommodate the extended blade holder type below the table and above the top arm.
1953758
Looked through my book and couldn't find the info you wanted. I can say this , it has worked perfectly for me the motor is a soft start which is nice, I have a 8 inch router that is no problem for the saw. It also has a very well designed safety system. I know some would discard this first thing. The one thing to remember is this is a light weight contractor saw.
1654556
This saw has a really good blade. The kerf is great,I have used mine all year without a hangup or blade bind. The blade is thicker and higher quality than the one I looked at at Lowe's. I think it will serve your purpose very well. Hope this helped.
1600265
This saw is more suited for 1/4 in to 3/8in. It would work but it would suck up battery life and tax the saw. From Dave T
496115
I have two of these saws and have only cut wood. If you can find a blade that will cut metal you could try cutting metal with it and see if the results are satisfactory. I am inclined to believe it will not work well but it is worth a try
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.
1966581
I would think that this saw would be a good choice because it is a pull saw and being very thin can make a very clean cut. Hope this helps.