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Old 07-25-19, 09:04 PM
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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?
 
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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?
 
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In a pinch I have used a backwards blade for cutting thin steel but it isn't the nicest cut, You'd be better off using a blade designed for cutting 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.
 
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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.
 
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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.
 
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Ah, got it! This should be a "fun" "rewarding" experience. As has been the metal roof. And the soffit.
 
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