Can I put a metal cutting blade on my circular saw?

Can I put a metal cutting blade on my circular saw?

It may not be an obvious choice, but fitted with the right blade, a circular saw is a great metal-cutting tool. In our test, it cut through rebar like a hot knife through butter. You can cut mild steel up to about 3/8 in. thick using a ferrous-metal-cutting blade.

What is the best blade for cutting metal?

diamond blade
Ferrous blades are ideal for cutting metals that contain iron, such as stainless steel or cast iron. Choose a non-ferrous blade when cutting softer metals, like aluminum or copper. For the best results, use a diamond blade that’s rated to cut the type of metal you are working with.

What is the best teeth per inch for metal cutting?

TPI is measured from gullet to gullet, not tooth tip to tooth tip – this is known as pitch. The general rule of thumb is: For wood and soft materials aim for 3 – 6 teeth in the workpiece. For metals and harder materials aim for 6 – 24 teeth in the workpiece.

Can you cut steel with a carbide blade?

You should be able to use a carbide-tipped abrasive cutoff wheel for non-ferrous metals like brass, aluminum, copper or lead. Carbide-tipped blades last up to 10 times longer than regular steel ones. The pitch and design of the blade you choose will also vary depending on the thickness of the metal in question.

Will a carbide blade cut steel?

Carbide metal cutting blades offer a full range of sizes and profiles for cutting both ferrous and non-ferrous metal. Ferrous metal blades can be used for cutting all types of metal construction products including steel siding, roofing, steel studs, and other construction steel.

Is more teeth per inch better?

For very hard materials, more teeth per inch may improve performance. Use more teeth per inch for a smoother finish. For faster cutting, use fewer teeth per inch but maintain a minimum of 3 teeth in contact with the work at all times.

How many teeth should my circular saw blade have?

For most construction work, a 24-tooth general use blade is sufficient. That blade is very aggressive and will help you rip and cross-cut lumber and sheet goods quickly and with a high degree of accuracy. With a 24-tooth demo blade, you’re getting work done quickly, but you won’t get a near-finished edge.

Can I turn saw blade backwards to cut metal?

Either of those methods works fine, but I prefer using a sliding miter saw with a fine-toothed blade mounted backwards. The speed of the blade combined with the backward teeth make a nice, clean cut with very little operator effort, and without the teeth tearing out and distorting the metal.

What kind of saw can cut through metal?

Handheld Circular Saw A standard, motorized circular saw is capable of creating straight cuts through most types of metal. The key to using a standard circular for cutting metal is to choose the proper blade for the project. In general, circular saws accept abrasive, metal cut-off discs for metalworking projects.