what is the best way to cut metal roof panels? with this saw or with shears or nibblers- thanks
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If all you're cutting is corrugated or standing seam roofing the shears will work fine. Nibblers help if you have to cut around round objects where you won't have a piece of flashing to cover up your cut. If you have to make a straight long cut your best option is taking a regular Skil saw and flipping the blade over backwards. this will cut through any metal roofing. If you dont want to chip up a new wood blade you can get a sheet metal blade for a regular skil saw at almost any hardware store. They have tiny little pointed teeth. this will be your best option for cutting the excess lengths off along the eves of the house. If all you're cutting is corrugated or standing seam roofing the shears will work fine. Nibblers help if you have to cut around round objects where you won't have a piece of flashing to cover up your cut. If you have to make a straight long cut your best option is taking a regular Skil saw and flipping the blade over backwards. this will cut through any metal roofing. If you dont want to chip up a new wood blade you can get a sheet metal blade for a regular skil saw at almost any hardware store. They have tiny little pointed teeth. this will be your best option for cutting the excess... » Read More If all you're cutting is corrugated or standing seam roofing the shears will work fine. Nibblers help if you have to cut around round objects where you won't have a piece of flashing to cover up your cut. If you have to make a straight long cut your best option is taking a regular Skil saw and flipping the blade over backwards. this will cut through any metal roofing. If you dont want to chip up a new wood blade you can get a sheet metal blade for a regular skil saw at almost any hardware store. They have tiny little pointed teeth. this will be your best option for cutting the excess lengths off along the eves of the house. « Show Less
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If all you're cutting is corrugated or standing seam roofing the shears will work fine. Nibblers help if you have to cut around round objects where you won't have a piece of flashing to cover up your cut. If you have to make a straight long cut your best option is taking a regular Skil saw and flipping the blade over backwards. this will cut through any metal roofing. If you dont want to chip up a new wood blade you can get a sheet metal blade for a regular skil saw at almost any hardware store. They have tiny little pointed teeth. this will be your best option for cutting the excess lengths off along the eves of the house.
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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!
1160989
Tool is definitely worth the money. I have built a few carports and done misc. cutting with the nibbler with no signs of punch dulling. This tool is a life saver. Cuts R-panel easily.
540157
They arent really intended to be cut - they snap together. However , Id imagine a hack saw / sawsall would cut it just fine.
463401
Cut with fine metal blade jigsaw. Rough cut is ok as it has a mounting flange
1507826
I used a hand saw with a blade specific to metal (it worked very well on the plastic). Just make sure you measure precisely before you cut. You can either make a notch with a box cutter or a mark with a pen.
1446367
I would think it would work to remove leaves & pine needles, providing there's a thick enough layer built up so as to be caught by the rake ... The blade does not down directly on the roof because of the little wheels that are on the blade.
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?
1300974
I cut thin metal with scroll saws without a problem. Use the correct blade, go slow with the machine set for high speed and it works great. I've cut carbon fiber, plastic, aluminum, sheet steel, stainless, copper and brass with scroll saws.
1140248
Without drilling, welding or clipping to something you won't be able to attach. Drilling & welding obviously would damage the metal so the question is can you clip to the seams of ur metal roof.
1632189
Not sure how thick the plates were that I cut, but they cut better than anything else I have ever used for glass. I have cut mostly plates, and I'm sure they aren't 3/8" thick. Thats almost 1/2". Pretty thick for nippers. I would think a tile saw might be best for that size.
2025958
I don't believe its metal lined (structure-wise). A good pair of industrial scissors should be able to cut the material. Although, I might use a sharp utility knife.
1436129
The X can be cut with a knife. I used a small saw in my garage and smoothed it out.
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I cut openings for plugins through paneling, I also ran a new wire from the breaker box. I encountered stud braces (2x4) unexpectedly and was able to notch out for the wire to pass through the 2x4 brace. I took my time and applied steady light pressure. I really like this tool and use it a lot. You should be able to cut plywood, with patience. Ripping for any distance would not work, but making small cuts should go well.
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I had to cut the metal and I used my neighbor 's oscillating saw but I think a hack saw would work too if you have a vice to hold the metal piece.
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Hi, for the obvious Safety Police reasons this sort of question falls out of the scope of valuable answers.For cutting metal you should use a blade that is made for that purpose. They are not expensive.
651021
a shear works well on flat metal, a nibbler works on flat or ribbed metal. IMO
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I used sheet metal snips which worked well. I've seen a hacksaw do the job well, too.