Does it cut metal? just asking, thanks.
161325
Never tried! This piece is double the price of one that does cut metal so I was more hesitant to try the diamond blade
161326
Any kind of metal? Probably not. However I have used it to cut the brass compression ring off the 1/2 inch copper pipe when I needed to change out a toilet valve. I can tell you with certainty that it will cut any thin,soft metal (copper, brass etc. Probably would cut any small screw). just go slow and let it cut. Too often people try to force a blade to cut. Go easy on the pressure and it'll cut. Hope this helps.
161327
Yes, it does. It works very well, except with aluminiun if you don't use alcohol to cool.
161328
Yes - I used it to cut 1/2 inch chrome steel (solid) rod that I was using for towel rods. It cut like butter compared to any of the other wheels that I tried. In fact I have finished my project and am still using that same first wheel.-Gerry
161329
I personally have not used it for cutting metal, and if I had to I would use it only for cutting small pieces of copper. I bought this for cutting and repairing some small pieces of our porcelain tile(1/4" thick) when it needed repairing. Dremel provides a booklet that will tell you what each accessory is designed for. Maybe you can get from their web site.
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
286742
Sorry can't say anything about metal cutting but when it's setup correctly it will resaw 12" thick walnut awesome!
496115
I have two of these saws and have only cut wood. If you can find a blade that will cut metal you could try cutting metal with it and see if the results are satisfactory. I am inclined to believe it will not work well but it is worth a try
1098283
It comes pretty sharp. Its not razor sharp, but it'll definitely cut through a good amount of materials.
275484
I typically cut mild steel. However, I have cut welds with no apparent ill effect ... certainly no "thrown" teeth or anything similar. I might add that I've been using the original blade for almost two years now, despite having bought a "back-up" blade with the initial purchase. It's proving the Timex-watch of metal saws, if you're old enough to remember those commercials.
1693417
I have used this blade on wood. It makes neat cuts with very fine sawdust. I don't think it is meant for cutting wood exclusively, but it can handle wood cutting along with its prime material, aluminum.
509715
I will double check the one I have at work. I know it cuts both non ferrous metal and plastic.
109388
It will cut it the rail. I used this to cut sheet metal for roofing it is really noisy but cuts good.
1534610
Not really, it would cut it, but probably light it on fire, it is for steel
326212
I work for a plumbing company and we came across a pipe (underground in a tight spot) where we had to cut an 8" diameter steel pipe, which was 1/2" thick!!!!, and we used a diamond blade......it WILL cut it. Of course the best thing would be a blade designed specifically for metal, but this blade WILL cut it I assure you.
1223620
This cutter is very sharp and while it might be able to cut that steel, it might be ruined to cut anything else. why not use sheet metal scissors that are made for cutting heavu metals?
1738331
I would assume that using the "metal" cutting blade it would cut steel! Wear eye protection!
634737
Yes. It says sharp much longer than a typical metal blade. About 10x longer from my experience.
1896779
Alll the literature on the internet says it will cut metal BUT it does not say the weight. I know it will cut 6 layers of aluminum foil. I guess the answer is not straight forward..has to be..how heavy of a metal. Nice little machine.. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
1307292
Never tried cutting metal but it does have variable speed so with a metal cutting blade it SHOULD work. I have mine on 8/4 cherry and 6/4 maple and it cuts great.
1503409
I guess it would depend on the thickness of the metal that you are cutting and the quality of the blade. So far I have no complaints about the saw. I have used it on metal (1/4 thick) but mostly wood items. I suggest that you get a spare battery with it.