Welding and Metalworking - cutting round bar steel stock

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diy99999
02-04-09, 06:26 PM
what do people use for cutting 1 inch round bar steel..?????
if its a cut off saw, what models are best..??? thanks

chuckret
02-04-09, 07:10 PM
what do people use for cutting 1 inch round bar steel..?????
if its a cut off saw, what models are best..??? thanks

Well...., That depends on how much and how often you going to be cutting it. Yeah, a cutoff saw makes short work of it, but throws a lot of sparks. I wouldn't tie up a lot of money unless you'll use the saw on a steady basis.
You can also get a metal cutting bandsaw for $200+. I worked in metal fabricating for years and have used both in daily production. Each one has it's own merits, so unless I know more about your requirements, I can't advocate one over the other.
Gunguy45
02-05-09, 09:08 AM
And depending on how many cuts and what hardness...a metal cutting abrasive blade in a circular saw will work as well.

diy99999
02-06-09, 03:51 PM
whats cheap in cut off saws right now ..on the web???
chuckret
02-06-09, 04:22 PM
Go to www.harborfreight.com (http://www.harborfreight.com)
They have a few to choose from.
I bought a sliding compound miter saw for
woodworking from them about 5-6 years
ago, and it is accurate and works fine.
Bigg_Billy
02-27-09, 05:04 PM
And depending on how many cuts and what hardness...a metal cutting abrasive blade in a circular saw will work as well.

Ditto Dat....................