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    Default Converting to a cut off saw

    I've loads of security screens that i need to fit to the house windows, Is there any reason that i can't swap my blade on my Makita chop saw for a metal cutting disk?? Nadolig Llawen (Happy Christmas) to you all

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    1.Melting plastic guard or parts.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mutley View Post
    I've loads of security screens that i need to fit to the house windows, Is there any reason that i can't swap my blade on my Makita chop saw for a metal cutting disk?? Nadolig Llawen (Happy Christmas) to you all
    I had an old B & D chop saw where the plastic guard broke so I converted it to a metal cutof saw. Did this about 15 years ago and whilst I don't use it very much I have had no problems with it.


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    Default cut off saw

    To cut screen material it is far better and you get a much cleaner cut if you buy a proper soft metal blade. You may not need to buy one as big as the saw is able to take. I have a 250mm saw but I only use a 180mm metal blade.
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    Negative rake blade is what they use, clamp down the piece for safety's sake.
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    I use a metal/Al cutting blade without any problems, but I bought a cheaper drop saw to do it, as you void your warrantee on your saw (if you use it for anything else from what it was designed for, ie other than timber). And yes, clamp em down.
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    Thanks Gents for the advice, Guess I'll have to be careful Besides the blade i can't see any difference with a drop and chop saw ?

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    depends on what you call a drop saw or a chop saw!
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    Get a Flai blade (pronounced fly) they are awesome and will not only cut timber, but anything else including mild steel.

    FLAI - Production and sale of industrial circular sawblades

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mutley View Post
    I've loads of security screens that i need to fit to the house windows, Is there any reason that i can't swap my blade on my Makita chop saw for a metal cutting disk?? Nadolig Llawen (Happy Christmas) to you all
    just take the plastic guard off and it will be good

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