Gamble97
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- Jan 3, 2006
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small town,
Illinois
I have this bandsaw (9" craftsman)
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Bought a metal blade for it and used it for a short while until the blade wore out and it was fine for wood and .063 aluminum. I bought another blade, lasted me maybe a week of super light use. Bought another blade and put it on today and took my sweet time setting up the guides and everything. The stupid blade has popped off 3 times trying to make 2 cuts of .080 aluminum. I've about had it.
What do you guys use to make long cuts on aluminum or steel? I have a chop saw which is good for other types of cuts but won't work for cutting 12x12 sheets.
Sears: Online department store featuring appliances, tools, fitness equipment and more
Bought a metal blade for it and used it for a short while until the blade wore out and it was fine for wood and .063 aluminum. I bought another blade, lasted me maybe a week of super light use. Bought another blade and put it on today and took my sweet time setting up the guides and everything. The stupid blade has popped off 3 times trying to make 2 cuts of .080 aluminum. I've about had it.
What do you guys use to make long cuts on aluminum or steel? I have a chop saw which is good for other types of cuts but won't work for cutting 12x12 sheets.