Ferrous Circular saw Blade

[dad911]

So has anyone ever used a ferrous blade for cutting steel on a chop saw?

It goes against anything I've done before, I usually use a grinder or sawzall. The blades seem to get good reviews, cleaner cut, faster.

[Dantilla]

Works great.

But the small grit will get into the hinge of the chop saw and eventually wear it out.
The whole saw will get sloppy while the hinge gets harder to use.

Guys that frame metal buildings love to pick up used chop saws cheap because they consider them disposable tools.

Fine for occasional use. They will last quite a while. Just know they will get less precise over time.

[URY914]

I've used one on 1/8" angle iron. I go very slow thru the material.

[Captain Ahab Jr]

I quickly glance the title and read it as 'Ferocious Circular Saw Blade'

Was slightly unsure what I was going to read

[porsche930dude]

Get a proper metal cutting chop saw. If you like it and use it alot then think about investing in a toothed blade. The chop saw is good for big stuff but I use one of these alot more

[rfuerst911sc]

The pivot point of the chop saw takes a beating from the flying metal dust/chips as stated above . Make a " sock " of leather around that joint to stop the intrusion . Replace as needed when it wears out or burns through .

[dad911]

Originally Posted by Zeke

I'm not sure what you are calling a ferrous blade but a cold cut blade runs less than half the speed of a wood cutting chop saw. You want to get hurt, put one on. IOW, buy the correct saw.

I was looking at something like these:

https://smile.amazon.com/Diablo-D0842CF-8-inch-Carbide-Ferrous/dp/B00PB7NF8Q/ref=sr_1_18?keywords=Metal-Cutting+Circular+Saw+Blade&qid=1569110293&s=hi&sr=1-18

Max RPM of blade is 9000, I have a 20 yo makita miter saw that spins about 4000.

[dad911]

Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc

The pivot point of the chop saw takes a beating from the flying metal dust/chips as stated above . Make a " sock " of leather around that joint to stop the intrusion . Replace as needed when it wears out or burns through .

I hate to admit how many miter saws I own. Already dedicated an old makita for aluminum, would use that one.

[look 171]

Fook that. Call me chicken, but steel pipe with a circular blade? I am sure it works and works well, but I am like you, having second thoughts about anything with teeth that will get caught and through it across the room. My guys likes to use the grinder, but I like abrseive blade on my worm drive. No metal chop saw?

[rrental]

Got this one. https://fein.com/en_ca/sawing-and-cutting/metal-cutting-saws/14-in-slugger-metal-cutting-saw-0302133/

Works very well on tubing, flat bar etc..

[dad911]

Makes sense, rrental. That saw is 1300 RPM.

[dad911]

Originally Posted by URY914

I've used one on 1/8" angle iron. I go very slow thru the material.

What saw are you using, and does the blade last?

[peppy]

Originally Posted by dad911

I was looking at something like these:

https://smile.amazon.com/Diablo-D0842CF-8-inch-Carbide-Ferrous/dp/B00PB7NF8Q/ref=sr_1_18?keywords=Metal-Cutting+Circular+Saw+Blade&qid=1569110293&s=hi&sr=1-18

Max RPM of blade is 9000, I have a 20 yo makita miter saw that spins about 4000.

I have a blade like this. I used it to cut the metal trim for a tile back splash. It scared me every time I used it, but did make nice cuts.

[URY914]

Originally Posted by dad911

What saw are you using, and does the blade last?

An old Makita miter saw. How do I tell you if the blade lasts? Yes it does. How long? I didn't time it.

[A930Rocket]

I had no idea they made a blade like that for metal. I’ve used my miter box for thin aluminum and was nervous about that.

[upwardr]

I have used the smaller blade made as Diablo, 6 1/2" to be used on my battery powered dewalt skil saw for cutting ferris metal. I have used it to cut angle 4" by 1/8".
Will last but if it gets stuck the teeth will break, I would buy them 2 at a time but saved me time over the long haul

I was paying $65.00 Canadian ea.

Do where safety glasses.

[red-beard]

I have a metal blade in my "Chop Saw". I use it for aluminum. The blade is rated for steel. With Steel, I expect it will be a spark fest. I agree with other, go slow.

Protective gear will be a must, long sleeves made of cotton, heavy work gloves, eye protection.

[john70t]

Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc

The pivot point of the chop saw takes a beating from the flying metal dust/chips as stated above . Make a " sock " of leather around that joint to stop the intrusion .

I burned out the laser guide that way while making a small curved walkway.

Blowing out the sliding parts (esp the rotating base) and lubing w/teflon spray helps.
Even a can of keyboard duster is better than nothing.