Same here, but also have a HF air nibbler is sometimes use for odd shaped cuts on thin metals. I use the cutoff wheels the most by far, and mostly using my Lowes "Kobalt" cordless grinder.I use 4.5" cut-off wheels in my electric grinder a lot. Also my 4"X6" HF band saw.
I use 4.5" cut-off wheels in my electric grinder a lot. Also my 4"X6" HF band saw.
I have the same tools these guys do, plus a magnetic drill press that I'm starting to like, and I'm think about buying an Evolution metal saw after borrowing a friends. That thing sawed 1/2" hot rolled plate like it was a pine 2x10!Same here, but also have a HF air nibbler is sometimes use for odd shaped cuts on thin metals. I use the cutoff wheels the most by far, and mostly using my Lowes "Kobalt" cordless grinder.
That's what the Evolution is, looks like a heavy skilsaw, but cut heavy plate and aluminum great!I would recommend one of the metal circular saws. We picked up one at work last year and it is fantastic. We have cut up to 3/4" with it and it cuts it like butter!
We have a Milwaukee 110v one.
How much do they typically cost? Blade cost and life?That's what the Evolution is, looks like a heavy skilsaw, but cut heavy plate and aluminum great!
I have all of the above. Only thing I use these days is the 4 1/2 grinder with the cut off wheel. I have a second grinder that I have a grinding wheel on. I will switch it to a wire wheel when needed.What do you guys have, shears, nibblers, air, electric. Good points , bad points.
I’m looking at maybe buying something. What are your thoughts.
Noel
The Evolution is around $250, no idea about blade life.How much do they typically cost? Blade cost and life?