An abrasive saw on aluminum

[Brento]

My old man has a dewalt chop saw that cuts metal with an abrasive saw. I was wondering if i could put a blade in that chop saw to cut aluminum. Also what kind of blade would that be.

 

[Nutfarmer]

I have used a carbide tipped wood saw blade in a table saw to cut aluminum. Don't use an abrasive cut off wheel to cut aluminum it will blow up in your face when it loads up with the aluminum

 

[Aukai]

I put a 60 tooth on my Skill saw zipped right through 1/4".

 

[MrCrankyface]

Finetoothed(60-80) wood working blade with carbide tips will work great, feed very slowly to keep the chip size down.
You can cut aluminium with coarser blades too but it can become a bit more dangerous with increased risk of taking bites that are too large for the saw to handle.

 

[Nogoingback]

There are blades specifically for non ferrous metals. I have one from Diablo that goes in my table saw. Wood
saw blades will work, but the proper blade is better.

 

[hman]

It's also a good idea to apply some waxy stick lubricant to the aluminum.

Amazon.com

https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/05651583

 

[Brento]

I dont want to half ass the cutting saw so i want to use the right blade to minimize any risks. Any idea what type of blade to use?

 

[Ulma Doctor]

A carbide tipped circular saw and cutting wax is a quick way of skinning the cat

 

[Nogoingback]

I dont want to half ass the cutting saw so i want to use the right blade to minimize any risks. Any idea what type of blade to use?

Have a look at these...

Circular Saw Blades - Diablo Tools

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[pacifica]

My old man has a dewalt chop saw that cuts metal with an abrasive saw. I was wondering if i could put a blade in that chop saw to cut aluminum. Also what kind of blade would that be.

If cutting aluminum in a chop saw or table saw do not hold it by hand like you do cutting wood. Use clamps and hold downs and proceed carefully.