Hello. Can this bad saw cut lengths of solid metal bar stock and to what thickness? ex. 1" x 1" A36 carbon flat bar
305163
You'd be better off with a hacksaw than this. In a pinch, I might do 1/8" 6061 aluminum, but even then I'd have both my doubts and a spare motor on hand.
1759862
I have the MS441 C-M and it powers the 36" bar and the 36" Alaskan Mill with no problems. If you just take your time and cut the wood while it is still green you should have no problem - just take your time. I have also used the Stihl MS391 and it powers just fine with a 28" bar. Obviously the greener the wood you are cutting the easier the saw will cut. Hope this helps.
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This is a hack saw that is used for metal. Since you need one to cut light weight wood such as bass wood, poplar or pine check out the Stanley 20-221 mini utility saw. This kind of saw would be good for wood probably less than 1/2" thick. If you want to cut thicker wood check out the cross cut saws. They all are rated not just by length but by the number of points (PTS). The more points the finer the cut, it also means it will take longer to cut through the wood. If you are doing modeling type of work you can use several different types of saws but if you just want to cut straight a dovetail saw may help, there are also gent saws a smaller version. If need to cut circular patterns a coping saw or the lighter weight fret saw may be what you need. I realize that you only asked a simple question and I, obviously, gave a very long answer but I don't know exactly what you want to cut so I apologize. It just may be the first two options should be the choice to make.
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Yes. I have used this saw will cut 1.00" material. Use common sense though. Use a fence, go slow, and try to keep the cuts short. My cuts were 8" long, and I let the saw sit for a little bit to cool. If you are cutting A36 plate, you shouldn't have any issue. If you are cutting A572-50 or A514, I would probably opt for other methods.
1051953
I'm not quite sure what the dimensions are on what your trying to cut especially the thickness. I've used mine on travertine which is very hard and it cut just fine. It's all in the blade. I've used this type of blade on a circular type saw and able to cut concrete patio blocks. You would be limited on thickness with this saw.
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There is a design flaw with this saw. The cutting bed is not flat and the vise cannot hold the metal tight enough to keep the cuts square. there is about a 1/8" drop in the bed to the right of the blade. I sent mine back for a refund because crooked cuts are all you get with tubing. Buy another brand. As for weight the saw is light. The metal you cut could be heavier than the saw. The DeWalt miter saw stand I saw was rated for 300 pounds so there should not be any issues. The tile backer suggested by Goodknight is not a bad idea.
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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.
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Possible, but not a good idea. You should buy a dedicated metal cutting saw. I've got the Makita 120v metal cutting saw and it will amaze you. I've cut steel up to 3/8" with no problems, yes that's over it's rated capacity but its still going strong.
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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?
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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.
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depends on the sawblade you use. with the right blade it does cut steel, probably not thicker than 1/8 of an inch. be careful!
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I think this should not be the purpose of such a saw... its blade is thin and my experience is that it has worked very well cutting up to 1 1/4",
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If you're talking about 4-6" thick, no you will not be happy, consider the 10-325. I have both and the 10-305 is a nice little bandsaw but it won't handle thick lumber like that. The 10-325 on the other hand, I have resawn a 13" wide piece of 8/4 ash with excellent results.
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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.
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Have never seen one to fit this saw. This has been a good saw for me overall but not sure if it would have the torque and enough power to saw metal.Sorry I don't have a direct answer for you. Would be very interested to know how you make out.Good luck. Just a last minute thought,try harbor freight .
2181906
The saw is built to make cuts of many angles on wood such cas 2X4's. It will not rip a 2X4. So if by,"Straight " you mean an accurate cross cut,the answer is yes .
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I am unable to answer your question. you will need to go to the Bosch information and check for the specifications for your particular saw.