Can this saw be adapted for metal cutting like conduit and thin sheet metal?
294695
That's beyond both my pay-grade and level of expertise. Mebbe Makita can answer, but a reciprocating saw with the wider variety of specialty blades would seem a good answer.
294696
Not sure, but cuts wood darn good, quick, clean and accurate. I'd like to know your question too. Saw worth ever penny!
294697
Yes, just get a metal cutting blade. Make sure you wear your safety goggles.
294698
Probably could, but don't recommend it. A corded saw with a metal guard is better due to high heat when cutting the metal (might melt a plastic guard). The battery operated is handy but not for heavier use.
294699
Yes, it will work fine as long as you use a metal-cutting blade. This saw (BSS611Z) is more of a universal circular saw for all kinds of materials. The "Metal Cutting Saw" (BCS550Z) is more specific to metal materials - as an electrician I used this Metal Cutting Saw (company issued) very frequently on almost any metal material: conduit, Unistrut, all thread, Rigid pipe, square tubing, flat iron, etc. and it performed like a champ every time (granted, you go through batteries and blades quickly depending on use). I enjoyed it so much I wanted to buy one for myself, but I do wood work around the house too. I went with this saw (BSS611Z) and couldn't be happier! Only real differences: more adjustment options, nicer design/style, heavier at 7.3lbs instead of the 550Z at 5.7 (not too noticeable), Load speed is higher (3700 vs 3600 RPM), and the blade size is 6.5" on the 611Z vs 5-3/8" on the 550Z. As a construction worker who relied on Makita tools/saws heavily throughout every day, I would highly recommend this saw! Just be sure you have a spare battery or two so the job doesn't suffer because you're waiting on a charge. :)
2045922
If you get a GOOD quality blade for metal and variable power switch you can cut steel. I use mine to cut circular saw blades for knife blanks
1673499
No this saw is design for metal only, you would want to purchase a mitter saw for wood
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
901029
Of course the blade needs to be appropriate, but the saw has plenty of torque and certainly I have had no issue in up to 1" thickness in all the mentioned materials. That is not to say that you could not go thicker, just have not used it over 1".
1680180
If you have the ability to cut and weld the metal, yes. I used this one for the new unisaw layout which is longer and wider.
1720378
In one word, no. The saw is too wide. The only possible chance would be to cut a hole in one of the sides which really defeats the purpose
588932
Yes. That's what I've been using it for. Be sure to watch the gauge of the metal you are cutting versus the maximum gauge that the cutter is rated for.
1610027
It is certainly powerful enough to make relatively short length cuts through such material but I would A) make two or more passes successively deeper and B) not recommend this particular saw for more than a few, short cuts. You would do better with a larger tool for any real quantity.
830339
I didn't try to cut metal but I doubt it will since RPM on this saw not that high, depends what gage is metal as well but it's a great saw to cut thick wood it's easily cut 6-6 post
731949
I am not sure but don't think motor is strong enough. This saw is for pretty small light stuff and just not sure on that sorry.
1997377
I would say definitely yes! This saw makes very fine cuts and is versatile. I love it. I recently cut and installed dowle. It did a great job ...nice and smooth.
2094073
I don't think the cutter would work for thin (or thick) sheet metal. Even if it cut into the metal, as soon as it went through one of the cutting blades would snag and rip the metal sheet.
1675237
I think that would depend on the thickness of the material, how much you have to cut, and desired finish of cut. However this saw will indeed slice through sheet metal very cleanly! I personally love mine and would recommend it to you!
1969692
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 .
1300972
Generally I would say you absolutely cannot. The scrollsaw blades normally used to cut pieces of wood are very thin and fragile with very small teeth that would be also immediately damaged by trying to cut sheet metal. Having said that, if the sheet metal was very thin and soft they do make blades that are essentially small, flexible, round files which might be able to wear your way through the metal. But his machine is, shall we say, overly stressed by wood thicker than 3/8 inch . Sheet metal will send it to an even earlier grave.
1580920
I cannot say with certainty, however I will say the fence is very versatile and quite easy to modify which is what I did rather than modify my saw. I would suspect you could make it work for your needs. Sorry for the delayed response.