Have you tried the HF metal cutting Circ Saw?

eastexan · Dec 14, 2009

2......(clap)...2......(clap)...2 threads in one.

eastexan · Dec 14, 2009

J_J & Kenopelli, Good to know about the saw blades.

I have an extra circular saw that I'll put a metal cutting blade on.

First though, I'll make sure it runs at the right rpm for the blade and has the right size arbor.

Thanks,
Ronnie

Kernopelli · Dec 14, 2009

J_J said:
Kernopelli said:

J_J said:

The rpm on a regular saw is to fast, so it is not a good idea to just put a metal cutting blade on a regular saw.

The average 14 abrasive cutoff saw turns about 3600 rpm, where as the cold cut saws usually turn at about 1800 rpm.

Way before they came out with the cold cut saws, I was using a carbide blade to cut sheet metal and light angle. I would lose some teeth, and now I know why. Go slow was the answer.

I guess there is a proper speed for the smaller 7 or 8 in blades, that should be used. It has to do with the velocity of the teeth, and there is a big difference in the velocity in a 7 in bld compared to a 14 in bld.

Click to expand...

JJ, I didn't catch the fact you were referring to 14" blades. When Cyril asked about Skil saw blades, I thought you were responding about my reference to use on 7 1/4"-8" hand held circular saws. My mistake.

Click to expand...

J_J · Dec 14, 2009

I happened across this Grizzly cold cut saw, that only cuts at 50 rpm.

G0665 Slow Speed Cold Cut Saw

jimmysisson · Dec 17, 2009

To butt in on the pins, here's a place that sells many different kinds: GL Huyett Inc. - Master Distributor & Manufacturer Industrial Fasteners Haven't traded with them myself.
Jim

Jeepnford · Dec 20, 2009

I just bought an Evolution circular style cold cut saw which cuts like a breeze. Their blades are rated at 2700 rpm so I think they could be used in some standard saws.

3930dave · Dec 20, 2009

I sent this thread to a metal hobbyist buddy of mine, as I knew he'd be interested..... he sent the link below back to me, in case anyone is still looking for a 14" version.

14" dry cutting metal saw | Stationary | Corded Power Tools | Tools | Princess Auto
[/I]

Princess Auto is a Canuck equivalent to H Freight.... similar range and quality of product. It started out in Winnipeg years ago, and is now across Canada.

Neither of us has used the saw, so can't comment on performance (neither of us have any involvement with Princess Auto, other than being customers).
You need to assess their tools in the same manner as Harbor Freight.... our general experience is that they do a decent job of standing behind their products.

I'm assuming they'll ship to the USA, but haven't verified this.

One last note..... shipping in Canada is often 2-5x (or higher) than in the USA, so make sure to watch the shipping.

Best Rgds, D.