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i was wondering if it was possible to make straight cuts in 26 -22 ga
steel (zinc coated and otherwise) with my table saw. i was planning on
using a 3/4" plywood or mdf sled with toggle clamps as hold down. it
seems kinda obvious that this kind of support would be necessary for
nice clean cuts without bending the crap out of the relatively thin
metal. my question is, is this even possible with ANY blade on a table
saw? i have NO idea what type of blade would cut the metal safely.
can anyone recommend anything besides shears? i've tried and they just
didnt cut it.... no pun intended. ok maybe it was. =)
thanks
handsome greg

There is a blade known as a "friction" blade used for cutting corrugated
steel roofing. The teeth have no points, just U shaped valleys about the
same width as the teeth, approx 1/4" IIRC. This kind of blade is very noisy
in use and requires ear muffs to be worn by the user.
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Regards, Chas.


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