Cutting Metal siding - saw options?
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Cutting Metal siding - saw options?
I'm putting up metal (steel) siding, and the manufacturer recommends a metal blade:
Tenryu PRF-18548BW STEEL-PRO 7-1/4" Steel Cutting Carbide Tipped Saw Blade
but the blade specifically states 'slow dry cut' saw. A major portion of the siding I have to cut is angled as well.
Any general recommendations?
Tenryu PRF-18548BW STEEL-PRO 7-1/4" Steel Cutting Carbide Tipped Saw Blade
but the blade specifically states 'slow dry cut' saw. A major portion of the siding I have to cut is angled as well.
Any general recommendations?
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Also, I recently installed aluminum soffit, and cut it with a reversed blade on my handsaw. I made a simplified cutting jig based on the plans on this page:
https://www.familyhandyman.com/roof/...ntenance-free/
I'm guessing I can't make something similar for steel?
https://www.familyhandyman.com/roof/...ntenance-free/
I'm guessing I can't make something similar for steel?
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Use the blade they recommend or a comparable blade and cut slow. Do not turn a blade around or use any other kind since you need a ferrous cutting blade.
Yes, making a saw buck like that article shows is a good idea. It will just need to be altered if your siding is any thicker.
Yes, making a saw buck like that article shows is a good idea. It will just need to be altered if your siding is any thicker.
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I am planning on buying the recommended blade (and running it in the direction as indicated by the mfg). But can I use a regular (hand) circular saw? I found a 7 1/4 5800RPM saw, but that sounds "fast" to me even though the blade supports that speed.
I reversed the blade for the aluminum as I didn't need a super clean cut (ie, both edges of the soffit are hidden). And aluminum is so soft, I figured it would work out OK.
I reversed the blade for the aluminum as I didn't need a super clean cut (ie, both edges of the soffit are hidden). And aluminum is so soft, I figured it would work out OK.
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I found a few metal-specific "circular" saws. I think I'll go that route barring any major issues - they are priced around $100 and run at speeds as low as 3700RPM. Just need to decide on which one.
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Cutting slow means not pushing the saw through the material quickly. The blade is rated for 5800 rpm, which is what about what any normal skilsaw is.