Great review. I've been thinking about getting one of these, but am a little concerned about whether it would be hard to achieve a nice square cut with it being totally free hand. It's a shame none of these seem to have a simple cut-off stand attachment, however with the light weight of the tool, and the led shadow guide (which i wasn't aware of before watching this video) - i think it should be easy to get the knack of neat cuts. I just hope this isn't going to end up being a tool that punishes me for being left handed... 😂
Yes I have. Also an 1/8" steel bar. Just let the saw do the work and don't push the blade. If it overheats, the weld seam on the blade won't last as long.
I haven't tested that, but if I do, I'll post the result here. I've used it to cut 1/16th inch plate steel and thicker c-channel, but I have broken a blade by pushing it too hard.
Everyone online in recent years are complaining about the blades, how they are only good for a few cuts even in easy stuff like EMT, the weld snapping, blade teeth burning out, etc. How are your blades holding up?
I would agree, they aren't a durable as I'd hoped. I replaced one after about 30 cuts. I bought a 3 pack and so far, still have two left. I found that if you don't push the blade too hard through the material, it lasts longer.
I didn't think I would use it as much as I do. It's nice to have a quick cutting option for anything that fits in the opening. Much easier than grabbing a hacksaw.
Rusty, great video thank you for sharing
You have just helped me make choice 👍
Glad I could help - it's a good tool for the use.
Great review. I've been thinking about getting one of these, but am a little concerned about whether it would be hard to achieve a nice square cut with it being totally free hand. It's a shame none of these seem to have a simple cut-off stand attachment, however with the light weight of the tool, and the led shadow guide (which i wasn't aware of before watching this video) - i think it should be easy to get the knack of neat cuts.
I just hope this isn't going to end up being a tool that punishes me for being left handed... 😂
Have you cut threaded rod with it? I use an angle grinder with a cutting blade, but am looking for a better solution.
Yes I have. Also an 1/8" steel bar. Just let the saw do the work and don't push the blade. If it overheats, the weld seam on the blade won't last as long.
Very good demonstration
Thank you. I get more use from this saw then I thought I would. It's easy to grab for a quick cutoff of most anything in the shop.
would this have the power to, with the proper blade, to cut lets say 3/4in or 1in black iron pipe?
I haven't tested that, but if I do, I'll post the result here. I've used it to cut 1/16th inch plate steel and thicker c-channel, but I have broken a blade by pushing it too hard.
Everyone online in recent years are complaining about the blades, how they are only good for a few cuts even in easy stuff like EMT, the weld snapping, blade teeth burning out, etc. How are your blades holding up?
I would agree, they aren't a durable as I'd hoped. I replaced one after about 30 cuts. I bought a 3 pack and so far, still have two left. I found that if you don't push the blade too hard through the material, it lasts longer.
My next purchase. Nice demo. Like and sub.
Awesome! Thank you!
I wish i had need for a tool like that.
I didn't think I would use it as much as I do. It's nice to have a quick cutting option for anything that fits in the opening. Much easier than grabbing a hacksaw.
Mine doesn’t wanna turn the blade at all and it’s brand new