I got one of those and it is amazing how well it works!

Hi Kevin, thank you so much for this review. I just got mine today and i can't believe how much better this is from my old one. its a pleasure to operate and much safer . again thanks,

I've watched the video when you got it, that's a very nice machine. Thanks for the reply it's much appreciated

Answers a few questions, thanks. I never thought to use the abrasive on the grinder, cheers.

@stevebigler

4 жыл бұрын

However he did not address the arbor... most 14" choppers have a 1" arbor... so hole too large for basic grinders.

thanks a million for this info, i have been looking for this explanation for a long time..

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you very much. Great work

As a headphone user, the "this is going to get loud" warning was a blessing!

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Keep up the great videos!!!

Thanks for the info Kevin, enjoy your videos! very helpful. I use an Ellis band (miter) saw and its a great tool, but this cold saw would be great for smooth, clean cuts.

I bought a DeWalt Multi Cutter a long time ago when they came out. I got a factory reconditioned one for I think $250. What a great saw. Thanks for the video :)

If you like it a lot it must be decent, I'll take a look at good look at it. They seem to be quite popular. I'd really like to have a cold saw. 50 rpm sounds like a nice speed to cut steel at and they're built very well from what I read. Thanks for the suggestions, I really appreciate it.

Thanks Kevin

Great review/demo! => A Great tool to have!!! Thanks!!!

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and posting.

Very informative.

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Thanks for the advice dog, when I can afford a saw of that quality I will definetly go that look into it

I sure would love one of those. Coupled with my powerplasma cutter that would be an awesome combo.

@KevincaronSculpture

5 жыл бұрын

That or a horizontal band saw!

thanks for the info

We have three of the dewalt saws at work and they work very well. When the fab shop decided they needed the one I had I ended up buying a Fein Slugger, after a few uses I noticed it outperforms the Dewalt and is more accurate, a lot smoother and quieter. Best part is they wanted to take it today and I could tell hands off I paid for it it's mine. He wasn't happy!

@KevincaronSculpture

5 жыл бұрын

Have to check one out! Thanks for watching.

Good video

Hi Kevin, I just wanted to let you know I think I finally figured out what was glj g on with the makita saws I had. The first saw I bought blade or cutting head was not square to the base. It was off by about 3 degree's. The second saw I bought was also not square to the base but not as bad as the first one. The blade and head would travel perfectly horizontal but the blade was at an angle so when the blade got into the sides of the tubing the back side of the blade was being pushed against causing the blade to bend ever so slightly causing the gouge marks in the metal and always an unsquare cut. It's kind of like a compound cut on a mitre saw except the blade head is travelling straight up and down and the blade is at an angle.

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Can you adjust it? Little tap with a hammer and the bolts loose might get it in line. Glad you figured it out.

good job on video

Beautiful chop saw stand and station you built. I always admire your shop and have never noticed a horizontal band saw. Do you have one?

Thank you.

@KevincaronSculpture

4 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

I did check the bearing and near as I could tell there isn't any play, I did remove the blade and check the bearing. It looks seated properly but I can't say for sure. I googled reviews on the saw, about 200 or so and found 3 that say they had the same problem I'm having but no reason why. I've watched tour videos and followed your instructions so I don't think it's me. I've made around 30 cuts with it so I'm getting familiar with the saw and it doesn't matter how slow and easy I go it still makes a mess of the cut. The other videos I've watched of the saw the cuts turn out perfect. Given the blade isn't square to the base I can only assume this is part of the problem. Even my level says the blade is off from the base. All I can do is return it. I wish you could of seen the pictures. Thanks very much for your help and your videos, I've learned a lot and will continue to. I look forward to more videos.

Man! your videos are awesome! I've been lurking and thought I'd finally post something... thanks a ton for being so helpful and sharing all this great experience/information!!! I was wondering what you think about a band saw stock cutter? that's the only thing they/we used when I was going to school for welding.

thanks

Hi Kevin, thanks for all your videos as I've learned a lot from them! I have one question... if you wanted to cut a bunch of different random angles using angle, square tube, round tube and 6in x 1/4in flat plate, what saw would you get? I don't want an abrasive saw so I was looking into these cold cut saws as I like that they aren't quite as messy. I was also considering a horizontal band saw and compound mitre saws but have no experience yet with any of them. Just been using the trusty angle grinder up to this point. Thanks!

Thanks

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

No problem

A cold-cut drop saw is also more expensive, but it has the advantage of also being able to cut non-metallic materials e.g. timber or plastic.

An evolution rage 2 is on sale at Lowes for 209. The Depot had it for 180 but no longer have it. The blades on the evolution I think operate better than the dewilt

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

I agree, like the Evo blade better.

Hi Kevin, I've been watching your videos for years, from Apache Junction. Can you tell me the best place to get your blades sharpened? I have the Evolution Rage. Tkxxx Bob

Kevin,one other thing I thought you were going to point out is that the small piece of pipe you cut off could be picked up with a bare hand. There is little to no heat generated with these saws. Otherwise great job and good info! Oh, and as someone pointed out.....the "voice" is kind of like "Wilson" on the old home improvement show. Full of wisdom, but never seen! lol Glad you have a great partner there!

@Rattletrap2

9 жыл бұрын

Are we talking the saw........ or "the voice"? lol If it's the latter... been going on 38 years for us!

Very timely video - I just ordered one, should be here next week. What type of business should I look for that does sharpening and blade repair? Also, do you use abrasion saw much any more? If so why one vs the other? Thanks for posting the video - very informative on how to properly use cold cut saw.

@darrylmansfield7954

10 жыл бұрын

***** Thanks, I actually took a double plunge - I know also have a horizontal metal cutting bandsaw in addition. Putting it all together - next up the blade lubrication system, and then a test cut. Thanks for the reply.

I've watched this video a dozen times and it's the most informative one about dry cut saws out there. When you first got started and after all your years of experience, if you could afford only one a dry cut saw or a 4x6 horizontal/ vertical band saw what would you buy?

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

I would go with the bandsaw. Bigger cutting area and longer lasting blade. The blades for the bandsaw are also cheaper than the dry cut saw.

@tonybaggett1984

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin!

@dennisyoung4631

2 жыл бұрын

I *have* such a bandsaw. It really helps save my too-scarce wheaties.

hi Kevin, I've decided to get one of these to go with band saw. which do you prefer, Dewalt or evolution and which one. thank you again.

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

I like the Evo better than the DeWalt. Go with this one,, www.evolutionpowertools.com/us/steel/evosaw380.php

Hi, Kevin , Gordon here, I've used wet cut metal cutting saws that cut at a very slow speed why the difference? They are expensive too for the home hobbyist.

My friend recently bought a cold metal saw (rage) i believe was the name of it. Its a full miter slide saw. He spent a great amount of money on it. I had some previous experience with cold cut saw blades and im not a fan. Its loud theres hot metal chips that fly everywhere and i have to be standing there to do my work. Granted if you had something over 1/4"thick like some tubing this might be the tool you would want. I prefer my 64 1/2" horizontal bandsaw. I set turn it on and walk away. blades seem to last and when they break its only 15.00 bucks

@KevincaronSculpture

8 жыл бұрын

+Phillip Jordan Yeah, mime is a chip spiter also..

Kevin- Thanks for the great info- I am in the market for one of these- I like the dewalt brand like you have, but there are cheaper models out there too such as Northern for $290. What are your thoughts on the cheaper units? Is it worth the money up front for a good name? I am of the opinion that you generally get what you pay for, but I have had great luck with my Chinese plasma/tig unit! Thanks, Blaine

Hello sir, What is the best chop saw blade combo, to cut metal joist,

@KevincaronSculpture

2 жыл бұрын

I like the Evolution EVOSAW380 and run the blades that come with it. Or get www.championcuttingtool.com/item/RZR-STEEL/Brute-RZR-Cermet-Circular-Saw-Blades which is what I normally use.

thanks for the info,, my question is which is better to buy 10" or 14" i can't make up my mind thanks for your advice..

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

Go with the 14 inch , larger cut and with more teeth on the blade should last longer..

@user-ii8dz4vu7n

7 жыл бұрын

10 inch will have more torque, 14 inch will last longer.

base on it is cast aluminum and there is no flex at all, it very solid and rigid. Another problem I seem to be having is the blade wants to or appears to be jumping back and forth during the cut and leaving ridges in the metal instead of a smooth finish. I can't determine if this is from blade flex or play in the drive. During the cutting process there will be a steady and consistent sound of metal being cut and then all of a sudden there will be a very loud change in the sound of the blade cutting the metal. It occurs multiple times as I bring the blade down as you can see in the pictures. It makes very little difference how slow I go. I can take 30 seconds to cut a 2" x2"x 1/16 tubing or I can take 3 min, the results are the same. I will return it if you think that's what should happen. I just had nothing to compare it to so that's why I thought I would get your opinion. The square I used in the picture is highly accurate, new and checked for accuracy and is reliable. I did tighten the bolt 2 days ago but it did not tighten much, it is already quite tight and I can't find any play in the neck of the saw. Just in case you were wondering the blade kerf is. 07. The blade I'm using came with the saw and has 60 Teeth. I hope I gave you all the information you will need. I really appreciate your help as I really don't know anything about these saws and am at a loss if it's the saw, me or the blade. I I can't figure out how to get photos on here, im using my cell phone. Greg

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

I would return it! Sounds like you have a bad motor (the bearings or bushings are bad or not installed correctly) causing a wobble in the blade. Did you check to make sure the blade is installed correctly? Try this, with the saw unplugged! Pull the handle down and lock the blade in the storage position. Hold the blade so it can't turn and try lifting the blade and or push or pull the blade backwards and forwards. See if you feel any slop. From what you described there is a bad bearing in the motor.

thank you sir but the problem i have is if i want to cut 5 inches my chop more than 5 inches so i get less out of my metal

thanks kevin are you happy with the dawalt. Or would you recommend another swa. thank you somuch enjoy video,s.

@unclefrankonap1953

9 жыл бұрын

*****

Sorry I was a little confused, where you said that the cold cut saw is bigger motor but much slower, but then you said that if you put a cold saw blade on a abrasive chop saw, it will be too slow. Which one is faster the cold cut or abrasive?

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry, the mouth runs faster than the brain sometimes. The abrasive saw is faster.

Ive been using the evolutuion metal blades. Where would i get these blades re-sharpened or repaired. What kind of company would be able to sharpen/ repair? Much thanks!

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Any sharpening shop should be able to handle them. Just google "saw blade sharpening in your area" You will find a few.

Bending the table when you tighten the clamp is only a problem with the DeWalt, because it has a notoriously flimsy stamped deck. It's important to get the clamp tight enough that it's impossible for the work to slip, because a shift can wreck your blade and make your life unhappy in all other kinds of ways.

What model is your dewalt and wat blade did you have on it I'm most positive we have the samn saw and I have been checking and checking to make sure I get the right one

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry but this saw has been replaced with an Evolution saw. I do use blades from Continental. I get them from the saw shop where I get them sharpened.

Can you add a cooling system for the bade?

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

Probable rig a fan to blow on it, but it cuts for such a short time.

Thank you for the video Kevin. Would you please tell me what brand of blades you recommend? There is a big difference in price for metal cutting blades from different manufactures. As a hobbies I can afford to take a few minutes to file a burr off of a cut peace, if it means saving a few hundred dollars on the cost of a blade. Also, how careful are you with position the peace that you are cutting in the front to back direction? The manual for my Milwaukee saw talks about adjusting the position of the fence depending on the size of the peace but I don't really understand how important it is or how you should position a piece of U channel for example.

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

I use Continental blades for the most part, that is what the saw shop carries. You are correct on the price of them, they are really out of the range of most folk. Check on Amazon for some cheaper blades and also call your local saw sharpening shops to see if they have used blades for sale. I get great prices on them here in Phoenix. As to positioning your metal in the vise for cutting, mostly they are talking about just getting a good tight clamp on it before you cut. When the metal comes loose in mid cut it will ruin the blade as well as scare the crap out of you !

@d.slater3958

6 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about buying a cold cut saw. It would complement my powerplasma cutter I think. Thank you for this video.

In other similar videos they cut alot faster does it depend on the blade?

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, and if they have to pay for the blade or if it it free. I have to pay to have mine sharpened and also buy the blade. They are in the $150 to $200 dollar range. You can find them in the $70 dollar range but they don't last very long.

Hello Kevin, I recently switched to a cold cut saw, Milwaukee. I wasn't getting straight cuts vertically so I checked for square between the base of the saw and the blade using my tool makers square accurate to. 00002. And according to the square the blade is out over a 4 inch span 1/32. Have you ever dealt with this and if so what was your solution. I'm trying to build furniture and this is creating some issues. Thank you for your time Greg

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

If it is new and you just got it can you take it back? If not then you need to figure out where the problem is. The DeWalt I had was always off just a little because the bed would bend so the metal was not sitting flat and square. Maybe look where the "tower" attaches to the bed and see if it is loose or maybe not installed right. Send me some photos and maybe I can help.

@CrazyKiwiGee

6 жыл бұрын

For furniture I would be using a cold saw...ravinvic or macc make the best ones...perfect burr free,repeatable cuts everytime...expensive but will last a lifetime and make life easy

Very cool tool! (Ya listenin' Santa?) Good questions from The Voice, as usual. Setup: let's see...square twice, cut once...Thanks guys!

My 14" Evo chop saw blade that I gave $100 for broke 2 teeth within 10 min and 4 cuts in angle iron. Can I still use it?

@KevincaronSculpture

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, but it would be better if you got it fixed first.

Hey Kevin, I think I have the exact same chop saw as you do. I love it! do you ever notice if you're cutting something like one and a half inch square tube, the saw seems to not cut? or as if the saw is very dull? If I chuck up a piece of 1 inch round tube it slices it like butter, but the square tube it will basically take pressure to make it cut, and I don't like that of course. I had to cut some 3 inch square tube for a friend and I basically ruined a saw blade doing that. now I'm just trying to cut one and a quarter inch Square tube and it's feeling the same as when I was cutting his. and I don't want to ruin another hundred dollar blade. does it have something to do with the geometry?

@KevincaronSculpture

8 жыл бұрын

+Beach N Wheelchairs Yes it does!! The more you are cutting on a flat side the less pressure you have to put on the handle.. Anything more than just the weight of your hand will burn out the blade and you have to resharpen. When you are cutting something like the 3 inch square add a little piece of 1/4 by 1/4 under one side of the stock. That will keep the blade from having to cut a long flat side and make it cut better and last longer..

@chance90064

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Caron, Artist Very smart! I will try that. I probably do need to get this blade sharpened but I don't know any place around here that does it. do you mail yours off or someone local?

@KevincaronSculpture

8 жыл бұрын

+Beach N Wheelchairs I use a local saw sharpening shop...

Whats the max thickness of steel bar can you cut with this saw and blade. I chop up a lot of 2" x 1/2" CRS into 3" blocks. Will this saw be efficient?

@KevincaronSculpture

9 жыл бұрын

44Celt The biggest piece I have run through this saw was a 4 inch solid round billet. Had to turn it and make a second cut to finish but it cut straight and true. For 2 inch,,, like butter!!!

Great Video. How long will blades last before sharpening? How much does sharpening typically cost? How much to replace teeth. How many sharpening will am blade take?

@KevincaronSculpture

3 жыл бұрын

I can get several hundred cuts on a blade. Costs about $35 for a resharpen and the teeth are about $65 to replace.

@tommachell5948

3 жыл бұрын

@@KevincaronSculpture Thanks for the information.

that's all good but I have iron shop and the Dewalt no where near enough saw .if you was cutting 6in square 1/4 wall do they make an abrasive saw to handle that also how long do blades last..I've had that Dewalt saw before and it is way to small hp wise .we have twice as big saw that cuts really fast but don't like all the heat or fire from it

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

Some folk just need a bigger machine for the work they do. Nothing wrong with the DeWalt, just a little small for some.

Have you ever used a diamond blade on the chop saw....btw what model is it, you forgot to mention that.

@WestCoastMods

9 жыл бұрын

***** Check out the Dewalt Diamond Blade here...I am a Pipefitter and we use these at work for cutting structural steel...very impressed. Cuts through metal like butter www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW8500-14-Inch-1-Inch-Diamond/dp/B004L3X9AU/ref=sr_1_15?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1421779308&sr=1-15&keywords=14+diamond+saw+blade&pebp=1421779312577&peasin=B004L3X9AU

Can any cold shut cutting machine be used for cutting Tungsten carbide rods? I also dont want to ove heat the material as i need to analyse it under microscope. Can you suggest any way i can cut tungeten carbide material with hardness of around 2000HV hardness

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

Sorry, never played with tungsten carbide. I would think a horizontal bandsaw would do the job but I really don't know for sure.

@coldion1

7 жыл бұрын

I would think an abrasive cutoff disk would be the only common way to cut carbide. The teeth on the cold cut blade are carbide and are not hard enough to cut carbide. You can get diamond abrasive disks on amazon. For thin tungsten carbide rods I often just hold them in a pair of needle nose pliers and twist until they snap. When cutting tungsten carbide it is important to wear a mask. If the dust gets into your lungs i can stay there for a long time.

Do you know why the difference in speed though ? Just wondering.

@marklamb9878

9 жыл бұрын

Roughly 2500 rpms vs. 5000 rpms on a wood cutting miter saw.

Is there a slow speed cold cut? I swear I used one when I was younger but can't find one. The blade didn't spin fast at all

@KevincaronSculpture

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure, never heard of one like that.

@metalfab2449

2 жыл бұрын

The industrial cold saws run pretty slow

Hi Kevin, a couple months ago you were trying to help me sort out a problem I had with my makita cold cut saw. I returned it and got another and I still have the same problem, no matter what I try and no matter what I cut I get the same ugly results, I'm at my witts end. I don't have the money to buy the Dewalt or other brands as they are more expensive than the makita. I think I'm just going to go back to a small bandsaw. The blades are cheap, I do t have chips flying all over the place etc. However I would appreciate your opinion on what you think what type of machine I should buy and the brand. Cold cut saw vs bandsaw vs cold saw. Even if I can't afford your suggestion right now I might be able to in the future Thanks Greg

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

The only bandsaw I have experience with is my Ellis 1800.

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Just don't understand why you are having trouble with the saw. Maybe go with an Evolution instead of the Makita. It is cheaper but I have that one and like it a lot!

Kevin - have you used this saw to cut Stainless Steel. I'm looking for the right tool to cut solid SS bar. Any thoughts?

@customhaines2510

8 жыл бұрын

There are blade made for stainless. Search Amazon. They cost a little more than mild steel cutting blades.

@Mentorcase

4 жыл бұрын

Mine worked great till I tried cutting stainless pipe at 45 degrees, the blade did not like it.

What's the cost on the sharpening

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

If it is just a sharpening then it's about $45 dollars. If they have to replace a tooth it's $65 per tooth.

hello, i got a question for you please, see i have a makita chopsaw with 4000 rpm motor i know this works good for aluminum but i need to cut 2 mm thick pieces of iron would that be reasonable to just buy a metal plate like the one you use and do the job or not; actually i have a doubt i don't know if 400 rpm is enough for iron , i don't want to damage the machine. Thank you.

@KevincaronSculpture

5 жыл бұрын

I have been told that the abrasive chop saws run too fast for a toothed blade and you will ruin the blade. The blade you have will work, just go slow and let it cut on its' own. If you push to hard it will give you a bad cut.

@nanouk142

5 жыл бұрын

@@KevincaronSculpture well i guess i can start :), thanks for the help.

We are using now abrasive saw and make around 150 cuts per day. Do you think switching to cold cut will be more cost effective?

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

More cost effective if you can train the guys to not push the saw.. You have to let it cut at it's own speed. The blades are expensive to buy ($70 to $200) but are resharpenable for about 25 times or so. then you just weld on new teeth and go again..

@Okie-Tom

6 жыл бұрын

Kevin Caron, Artist Kevin, you say weld on new teeth. Can you tell me where you get the carbide teeth to put on and what flux and brazing rod you use? Love your videos.

@leonardpearlman4017

3 жыл бұрын

@@Okie-Tom They're silver-soldered. Carbide Processors has a bunch of information, plus all the fluxes and materials, including little chunks of carbide for this purpose. Also there are videos about how to do this, they have their own. I think the teeth are cheap, but it's skilled work, and then you still have to sharpen it!

Is there a chop saw that will cut angles in two dimensions like a miter saw? I've done a lot of research on the Internet. I wasn't able to find one. If not, why aren't they made?

@marklamb9878

9 жыл бұрын

Yes. The Evolution Rage 3 sliding compound miter saw uses the same principle, a 10" blade, and does all you're asking and more. It's on par with the Harbor Freight SCMS as far as build quality, and the clamping system leaves a little to be desired, but I've cut hundreds of feet of steel and stainless with mine and couldn't imagine not having it in my shop. It's portable, cuts quickly, and blades are only about $50. The Oshlun brand works very well. We've laid it over to do a 45°x45° cut in .5x2" cold rolled to make a triangular base to securely hold a cube on point. Weld quality fitup with no fuss.

enjoyed your video But one thing I have to tell you is the saw is called a drycutter not a coldsaw. coldsawn use a high speed steel blade and coolent. Thanks the Drycutter Guru Shawn.

The absence of laser is considered to be a deficiency؟؟؟

Finally to what extant is abrasive blade more cost effective if it is?

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

Other than the cost of buying one I don't find them cost effective at all. Messy and not very straight cuts.

@lavenso

7 жыл бұрын

What if take in account only price and lifespan of blade? ignoring all other advantages of cold saw. thank you

@KingstonWade88

7 жыл бұрын

Levan Kikacheishvili a metal blade will last 20x longer than an abrasive disc. So if you buy 20 discs at $15 each then that's $300 vs $100-$150 for 1 metal blade. Hope this helps

@lavenso

7 жыл бұрын

Valuable information. Thank you

Can we cut ribbed rebars with this saw?

@KevincaronSculpture

3 жыл бұрын

All day long!

@lokeswarimalepati867

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

that's a dry cut saw, not a cold cut...cold cut saws turn at lower than 100 rpms, have flood coolant and are always mounted to extremely sturdy bases

@Donorcyclist

4 жыл бұрын

Google cold cut saw and see what comes up. Not saying your wrong, but google seems to disagree with you.

i'm a real pickle , building a 20' long driveway gate , all one section, i've been throwing around getting saw for years, had an abrasive one but it really was just a hacker, now i have to pull the trigger on something, do you know anything about the evolution 380? also, blades say ferrous metal, but i got one slice out of a diablo for a circular saw and it was shot , will these cold cut saws cut cold role and other steels, or just soft stuff? thanks $400 IS A LOT TO SIT ON A SHELF most of my stuff is aluminum and i have a chop saw for that, but steel is a bitch for me. no place to get them sharpened around here, how long would these blades last on cold role steel? thanks

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

I get about 400 cuts out of my saw blades before then need sharpening.. The big trick is to just go slow and let it cut.. You can't force it like an abrasive blade.

@MARTIALCOMBATIVES

7 жыл бұрын

i can always count on a prompt reply thank you i i'm going to do it do yo uthink the evolution is the best or for around 400 another

If I understood you right you said you can't put a metal blade on a abrasive saw, if that's what I heard that's incorrect. A abrasive saw turns twice the RPM's as a cold saw, if you put a metal blade on an abrasive saw it will not last long. Again, if I understood you correctly.

Kev... have too much stuff, so not buying another saw... that said, for real world guys like me that are going to do it wrong regardless... can you use the 1600-1800 rated metal cutting blades on a 3500-3800 (Milwaukee) chopsaw... for 3/16 - 1/4" max tube cutting? Random cuts... not long thick cuts where things might get hot... Thanks!

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

I have been told not to do this! The abrasive chop saws just run too fast for the toothed blades to work for any amount of time. Yes, you can make some cuts but the blade will not last as long as they should.

Kevin, I put up a video showing how the saw cut if you would like to have a look Greg Austin

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Sure, what's the link?

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

found it, check the video for my number.

DW 872

If you take a look at the big manufacturers, i.e. Makita, Maktec, they all tell you that cold cut carbide blades CANNOT / SHOULD NOT be re-sharpened!

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Must be nice to have that much money to spend on blades. I will keep resharpening mine thank you for posting.

What's the thickest solid bar have v you cut?

@KevincaronSculpture

9 жыл бұрын

shexdensmore 4 inch round stock. Steel.

@shexdensmore

9 жыл бұрын

Kevin Caron, Artist that's solid, not tubular, right?

@KevincaronSculpture

9 жыл бұрын

Yes, solid steel round stock.. Had to cut it in to for the lathe piece I was playing with..

@shexdensmore

9 жыл бұрын

Ok, so what's the smallest you would cut safely with the 66 toothed blade? I'm thinking of getting a 90 toothed blade for 3/8" square mild steel stock.

@KevincaronSculpture

9 жыл бұрын

Had a 72 tooth (I think) on there and it ripped the 1/4 by1/4 stock right out of the vise.. I won't cut anything smaller than 3/8 with this saw.. Use a shear or a cut off wheel on the grinder instead.. My opinion only!

Hey Kevin What you doing?

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Just having fun and making sparks!

333 dont you mean metal blade on abrasive blade chop saw?

@KevincaronSculpture

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that was what I was thinking. Sometimes my mouth runs faster than my brain. Thanks for watching and posting.

@organicvids

2 жыл бұрын

@@KevincaronSculpture looking at an evolution raptor chop saw. Low rpm. I tried using a metal blade on dewalt mitre saw it has 4000 rpm didnt work so good. Diablo blade.

Unfortunately Kevin there is absolutely no adjustment, it's frame is different than any other of the saws I looked at. It's pivot point is exactly the same design as say a 4x6 bandsaws and everything is cast aluminum. The fit is so tight there is no play at all. The only thing I could think of doing was machining the flange the blade rests on but I didn't feel confident doing that so I returned it. I'm looking at the evo saw you have but will have to save up a bit for that one. I watched your video on the evo and it does seem to be a very nice saw but the blades seem questionable which is no big deal. Does it cut square on the vertical plane? I don't want to buy one and have the same problem with the sides of the tubing being marked up and need to be ground down smooth and square. I do understand it can be made square horizontally. I'd like to converse with you in a number of things, if your willing I'd like to have your email address, if not I understand

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

I find the Evo works very well. No complaints on the cut. I think it cuts almost as good as the handsaw. Just a much smaller throat for cut size. The blades last about 400 cuts or so before you have to resharpen them.. Feel free to email me at my first name @ my full name .com I am heading back east for a few weeks towards the end of the month so it might take me a few days to get back to you.

The chop saws are a great portable/cheap way of making angled cuts. The chop saws throw sparks, carbon disc powder, and hot metal all over the shop, and makes a mess. Wouldn't take much for a spark to find a flammable liquid or oily rag in most shops...smolder all day and come home to ashes. I don't think those fumes are great for you either. I find the blade warps if you push too hard and can affect your cutting accuracy. Also the noise is terrible, worse than a chain saw. I think a band saw is a much better way to go for accuracy, noise, and low toxicity. A good miter band saw will run about 3k, you can get a cheap Grizzly for around 600 but you will be sorry as you will have to move the vice to do angled cuts, and the hydraulic cylinders are crapola eventually leaking out and rendering the saw useless. Go with Ellis Saw or better.

You are god😎

@KevincaronSculpture

5 жыл бұрын

Okay, now I am blushing!!

No reutilices los discos de sierras en otras de menor diámetro. No están diseñadas para las mismas revoluciones por minuto. A menor diámetro mayores son las RPM y un disco de una maquina mas grande, que no esta diseñado para altas RPM suele estallar. Es peligroso

@KevincaronSculpture

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting!

@franciscosalazar8973

5 жыл бұрын

por cierto, muy buen video!

Not true, I've been using a metal blade on an "abrasive blade" saw for years and years and it works great and does not burn up the motor.

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Good for you.

@juanandrade9553

6 жыл бұрын

What kinda saw do you have? I have a ridged saw.

So you're just literally resting your arm on it?

@KevincaronSculpture

9 жыл бұрын

shexdensmore More like place my hand on the handle to pull the trigger. Just enough to feel the handle go down..

Cold cut ? Don't you mean dry cut ?

@KevincaronSculpture

8 жыл бұрын

My mouth running faster than my brain again!

can a guy simply put one of these blades on his dewalt miter saw and be able to cut steel with it instead of buying a whole new saw

@KevincaronSculpture

7 жыл бұрын

No, the motor on the wood chop saw runs too fast for the metal cutting blade. You will overheat the blade and dull the teeth very quickly. And the metal cutting chopsaw has a bigger motor. More torque.

DONT PUSH ON ABRASIVE CUTTERS. They are basically a big grinders,

@KevincaronSculpture

2 жыл бұрын

True! And that is why you get an angle cut as well.

Maybe calling it a "cold cut" is a bit iffy considering the real cold saws that exist: kzread.info/dash/bejne/e6eAtbiQdLTJdcY.html But at least you also put chopsaw in the title.

uh... most guys? even in 2014 that would have been a comment from 1940

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

My bad, should have said "most people". I will beat myself with an extension cord in a few moments.

Sooo, you send your blades to the dentist to get their teeth fixed?

why aren't you just using the right tool for the job??

@KevincaronSculpture

4 жыл бұрын

because sometimes you don't have the "right" tool. You have to get creative and make do.

Kevin, you really should stay away from machinery and fast moving objects after medication or alcohol!

@KevincaronSculpture

6 жыл бұрын

Never any of that stuff in my studio and I resent the implication.

Ugh! Radiac Wheels! I *hate* those awful things! Noise, smoke, fumes, more noise, yet more noise, sparks, fire! Awful!

Get your facts straight ...... could have been a helpful video.

THAT IS NOT A COLD CUT SAW. You have a high speed cut off saw that uses an abrasive wheel.

@KevincaronSculpture

Жыл бұрын

No, I have a slow speed cutoff saw that uses a toothed blade.

@robertgardner7470

Жыл бұрын

@@KevincaronSculpture OK, thank you for informing me.