Ferrous Circular saw Blade
 

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.

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.

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

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

Was slightly unsure what I was going to read :eek: :D

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 morehttp://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1569100231.jpg

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

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?

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..

Makes sense, rrental. That saw is 1300 RPM.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.