On 11 Jan 2005 00:30:59 -0800, "
calmly ranted:

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. =)

Why not? Use a $5 HF 60- or 80-tooth carbide tipped blade which
can be thrown away afterwards if necessary. You'll have to find the
best angle of attack by adjusting the blade height, but I'd go fairly
high to start. Add muffs, safety glasses, and a face shield.

Clean the sawdust out first, too, eh? (You don't want a fire.)

Last, but not least: don't forget to add good ventilation.


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