Originally Posted by szavoda  Can I cut aluminum with basic shop tools, or is that too dangerous. I have heard mixed feelings on cutting with carbide table saw setup. Some of the piece will be .5 inch. These are short cuts, though...
Shawn |
The issue isn't the table saw, its the blade. Do not try to cut aluminum with a wood blade. It will end in disaster. Invest in a good non-ferrous metal blade like
this Freud one though their cheaper blade (TK706 I think) will work adequately. I have also used a abrasive chop saw blade for cutting aluminum but I like the finish quality with the non-ferrous blade better.
If you don't want to spend that much, try a hacksaw and a cheap miter box.
Nate