Cutting Stainless Steel Sheet Jigsaw

Stainless steel is an attractive material for metal sculpture because of its superior corrosion resistance flexibility and strength.

Cutting stainless steel sheet jigsaw.

Stainless steel is commonly used for sheet metal decorative pressed wall panels and decorative pipe for objects such as furniture frames closet rods and. 8 teeth per in. The best tool for cutting stainless steel will vary depending on the material you re cutting. These have strong jaws that nibble through the metal cutting out a 1 4 inch wide strip and leaving a very clean edge.

Stainless steel cutting band saw has mainly used for cutoff works on the pipe and square rail stock. Hss t shank jigsaw blade 100 piece model t127d100 view. Bosch 21 teeth bi metal t shank jig saw blade set for cutting 10 16 gauge sheet metal and thin metals 3 pack model t121af3. Put on your face shield.

You can create many interesting and durable works of art by cutting forms out of stainless steel sheet or plate but depending on the thickness of the material you are cutting and the complexity of the shape you may need to use some special tools and techniques. Other than that stick with a tool that offers a circular blade. Attach the 60 grit flapper wheel to the 4 inch angle grinder. Cutting curves or circles in stainless steel is the only time we recommend a jigsaw as this type of saw allows for curving while cutting.

Continue cutting along the cut line while applying cutting and tapping fluid until you have cut through the stainless steel sheet. Stainless steel builds up heat quickly when you are cutting. Apply cutting and tapping fluid to the front edge of the jigsaw blade often to keep the jigsaw blade cool. The blade for stainless steel has a similar tooth template as a jigsaw blade and should be made from tungsten carbide also.

To reduce the heat buildup you need to use the proper jigsaw blade with minimal pressure and set your jigsaw to a slow cutting speed. The cut can produce enough heat to melt the teeth from the edge of a jigsaw blade. 36 tpi high speed steel t shank jig saw blade for cutting metals 5 pack model t118g view the. When all the elements.