Can I cut sheet silver and sheet copper with this set? something like 16-22 gauge?
2083782
I use a small hydraulic shop press to punch through quarters, it's much easier than a hammer
2083783
Sorry, I couldn't say. I use this for styrene plastic, although I do cut up to .04 In thick sheets with it (it does take a mighty whack to get through). The one thing I do notice, if you do not cut through the stock with a single hit, the circle's edges will be irregular and uneven. Hope this helps.
1807051
I haven't tried, personally, but I'm sure it would depend on how tough your metal is. What are you wanting to cut?
1109174
I have been using mine to drill through wood and some sheet metal (always above 20 gauge) and so far they are still going strong. I think the thickest I drilled through was 22 gauge galvanized steel but still had no difficulties. I've drilled out a few rivets and bolts as well. I suppose they will dull eventually but in my use, they have worked well especially for the money.
952165
Hi, I've used the 1.5 inch diameter blade with small teeth to cut a thin (of about 1.5 mm thick) aluminum and copper plates and tubes . It works pretty well for me. It is possible that it will work for brass too. I've used Dremel type rotary tool with power of 170W (like Dremel 4000). This power is too low for aggressive cutting. Push level on the blade should be small to not stop rotation. I've used 15-20 r.p.m speed.
1950347
I don't think so. I would not cut anything harder than copper. I would use a cheap angle grinder with a metal wheel or a reciprocating saw. It does cut wood, plastic, etc. nicely though.
357520
Yes but cutting is involved...just a little...due to the dbl.dins weight...make tabs
1520416
Chances are no. I can't say definitively because I've never tried it. This kit was made for melting lead. (melting point 650 F) and I use it for working with pewter (tin, melting point 450 F). Silver requires around 1500 F to melt. This kit is inexpensive and works well for what it was designed for. It *might* heat up hot enough for silver, maybe, but it will likely burn out quickly and stop working. Silver smelters cost more because they get a lot hotter and require a better construction to handle the heat. If you're making silver jewelry you will also want a finer set of tools. The size of this smelter (I melt a couple lbs at a time) requires more in materials to be manageable. Pewter and lead are inexpensive. I would want a smaller smelter for silver and do it in ounces.
939036
Yes, without any trouble. I use it to cut through rose quartz. I wouldn't want to cut up sheet metal with it, but for nails or small bits it should be fine.
1298859
Yes, it will work well on light gauge steel. Just be sure to clamp the workpiece well, or you'll have a rotating blade that will potentially remove parts of you that you might otherwise want to keep intact. The feed rate has to be slower, to cut steel, than it might for other materials. Cutting oil also helps, and you need to keep the cutting edge and point sharp.
1090934
I have never tried that but if the sheets are Styrofoam remember that Styrofoam is beaded so you will not get a clean cut. also the thickness of the sheet will matter. I hope this helps.Thanks,Joe
1472372
That's an interesting question. I had never heard of "kanthal" wire previous to your question (I looked it up) so I can only tell you that it will cut 20,24 & 26 gauge COPPER wire just fine - if that information is of any use to you. Good Luck
97603
Copper can be used, but I prefer using Daisy BBs. They are zinc-plated and ultra smooth. Hope this helps.
625003
I. Don't know. I never cut metal with them. We are very pleased with our set. However, our grandson did use one of the knives to cut styrofoam, and also cut into our wooden table, and it did dull it somewhat.
1667394
I am far from an expert on this . I use them for jewelry making and cut thru stainless and silver plated silverware with no problem. Sorry I couldn't be more of a help.
1566502
Probably not. Thickest we cut was 12 gauge aluminum. 1/8" thick is 8 gauge. May cut a few feet but would probably jam and burn up if you had a lot to do.
1382574
It can cut copper wire up to 16 AWG with ease. It also doubles as nail clips. Should be able to cut wood sticks up to 3/8 in diameter.
786872
Most of my cuts are on aluminum sheet or 1/8" aluminum extrusion - some galv sheet 16 to 20 gauge. I haven't stumbled onto the right blade yet for anything I cut. The first few cuts on alum or galv sheet steel are great (3 or 4 8' cuts). After that the blade burrs the edge a bit, enough that it must be cleaned up. I have cut stainless 16 gauge and ruined a blade almost immediately. These were all blades designed for what I was cutting. Hoping to find something better that leaves a clean cut and lasts a while.