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Woodworking requires a fair amount metal working. Cutting metal would be easier with a bigger hacksaw. I've been thinking about making one with a blade 16" long and 3/4" wide. I should be able to get a nice selection of blades from a bandsaw blade supplier. Any suggestions on the frame would be appreciated.
You could probably start with a meat saw frame like this. https://www.waltonsinc.com/equipment/saws
Look at powered hacksaw blades. I made a bowsaw and used them for the blade. I beleive most use a 17" blade, or they did when I made mine.
Thanks Walt,
I will order one of those.
I have found that the easiest way for me to cut metal is to use a Sawzall with a long hack saw blade.
I've found the easiest method is a horizontal metal cutting bandsaw.................Rod.Quote:
Originally Posted by Art Mann
There are lots of people who have recip. saws. It took me a while to realize this is often a better option than using to a hack saw. I was hoping my experience might help some dummy like me. On the other hand, not very many people have a horizontal metal cutting band saw at their disposal and the ones who do probably don't need anyone to suggest it.
power hacksaw cn be had for pretty cheap these days. less then a bandsaw and blades are cheaper.
Bill
I took a tree trimming bow saw & a piece of an old band saw blade to make a larger hack saw.
Not my idea, Got it from a metalworking/welding site.
Doug
You could use a drag saw with the teeth formed for metal cutting.
Bill D.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PC0ym8B3zWg
Bingo! Horizontal bandsaw cannot be beat.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rod Sheridan
I have all the cutting tools... What I use most is 6"cut off wheels.