Can I cut 5160 steel for like making knives.
524271
I would think that would be a stretch, and at the least you would need a special blade, the blade it comes with is suitable for wood. It also has one speed. Not sure what metal requires, but perhaps the next model up, with two speeds, would work?
394521
I do not know, because I don't own those type of knives. However, the instructions indicate that this sharpen can be used to sharpen this type of knife.
1825992
I don't think so. The sharpening "steel" is in the form of a v. You need the WorkSharp Knife And Tool Sharpener!
877841
http://ontarioknife.com/fixed-blades/rtak-ii-detail.htmlThey had too many problems with 1095 it is now made with 5160
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.
2266081
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!
877838
http://ontarioknife.com/fixed-blades/rtak-ii-detail.html They had too many problems with 1095 it is now made with 5160
584553
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.
1457123
Yes, you can but you might consider getting the Shun sharpening steel. The Shun knife blade is set up on a particular angle The Shun steel has a built in guide to set the knife at exactly the angle the knife has from the factory. I should also say that a few swipes on the Shun steel really makes a difference, aligning the edge and removing small imperfections without doing damage to the blade.
1360860
I'm not sure, based on my experience cutting thin wall steel tubing, cutting 1/2" SS will be very slow.
419502
Depends on the type of material. It may, for example, cut 1" thick aluminum but definitely not 1" thick steel (mild or hard).
193229
No. Its 1095 crovan high carbon steel. Not to bad to sharpen, but then again i use diamond stones. The 1095 takes a lot of abuse and holds a edge for a while.
1132200
The best way would be to use industrial machinery, but if you are doing it at home, a sharp utility knife with a steel ruler would give you a clean cut.
115488
You can, but it is not recommended. Aluminum is too soft and it tends to overheat the carbide tips. I use it for occasional small cuts that need extreme accuracy. Just remember to keep the blade cool. You will greatly reduce the life of the blade.
419500
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.
688068
I would think you would need a special cutting device to cut stainless steel
1232588
I would not cut steel with this blade. This is primary used for wood/laminate. This gives a very nice finished cut with ripping.