Not sure whether to buy a 12, 24, or 36 tooth TCT blade (I'm using a hobbiest table saw so the blade diameters are a lot smaller than normal, thus the lower tooth numbers compared to a 10" blade)
2006-11-06 14:58:50 · 18 answers · asked by rgbsj 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
more teeth to cut aluminum. If you are cutting aluminum that is thin such as soffit,then you should turn the blade backwards,otherwise you'll tear up the aluminum.
2006-11-06 15:35:17 · answer #1 · answered by steve b 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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When cutting aluminum is it better to have a circular blade with more teeth or less?
Not sure whether to buy a 12, 24, or 36 tooth TCT blade (I'm using a hobbiest table saw so the blade diameters are a lot smaller than normal, thus the lower tooth numbers compared to a 10" blade)
2015-08-06 22:06:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
STOP!! Do NOT cut aluminum with a circular saw. You need a bandsaw with the correct blade or you can use metal cutting blades in a hacksaw or saws-all. On second thought you might be able to get a metal cutting blade for the circular saw. They don't have teeth, they look like a grinding wheel.
2006-11-06 15:45:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
How To Cut Aluminum Soffit
2016-11-10 09:00:11 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do'nt know about hobby blades, but if you can get one w/ a fair # of carbide teeth probably OK..
There are specialty blades for aluminum.
Expect any good blade (without too many teeth)will do.
Aluminum can clog very fine blades.
The trick is "aluminum cutting oil" for this purpose.
Had to cut heavy alum alloy & the oil made all the difference.
Try Graingers
2006-11-07 09:18:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had very good results cutting aluminum with a jig saw using a fine toothed metal cutting blade. Keep the speed on the saw low and take your time. for a straight cut on sheeting use a straight edge. I would not even consider a circular blade myself, although others do use it with success.
2006-11-09 20:31:45 · answer #6 · answered by Scott L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best for you aluminum is a plywood blade.
For what you are doing with thin aluminum you can buy a cheap one unless you intend to do plywood or more aluminum.. You will have much less trouble cutting and the blade will not grab as much as even a 36 tooth blade would.
2006-11-07 11:03:08 · answer #7 · answered by Braveheart 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off - DO NOT USE A CIRCULAR SAW.
Second - If you are using a table saw you will want a saw blade with at least 36 teeth. These teeth will grab on the the metal, the more teeth, the less kickback and the smoother the cut.
Third. The best (and safest) option would be to use a band saw, or scroll saw depending on the guage and width of the aluminium. If you are still in doubt, go to your local hardware store and ask the person in the hardware/tool department. He/she can guide you to the appropriate blade.
Better safe and educated, than stupid and without fingers.
-J
2006-11-06 15:53:00 · answer #8 · answered by Joshua H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
more teeth, 12 and 24 are mostly good for ripping 2x4s ect, not cutting aluminum
check out the exchange a blade site, they're sold at rona's, curtis lumber(which is now rona too) and a couple other places
2006-11-06 16:13:32 · answer #9 · answered by nanabooboo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When cutting metal more teeth are required for a good clean cut.
2006-11-06 15:07:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋