[TheForge] cutting 1/4 copper

[Jerry Frost]

The general rule of thumb for saw cutting is: Three teeth on the material at 
all times. 12tpi is ideal for 1/4".

A skill saw will work just fine on copper. If it gums up the teeth go 
coarser.

Frosty
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If it ain't forged
it ain't real.
Wrought iron is.
The FrostWorks

Meadow Lakes, AK.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "greg" <wglynn at datasync.com>
To: "Sponsored by ABANA" <theforge at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2005 1:05 AM
Subject: Re: [TheForge] cutting 1/4 copper


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>
>> > cut straight.  The blade flexed too easily, perhaps too much pressure?
>> > Anyway, anyone got any better ideas on how to cut out pieces?
>> >
>
> Sounds like you need a courser blade and a light touch.
> Greg
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