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Old 10-01-2008, 07:33 AM   #5
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Default Re: using a bandsaw to cut aluminum etc

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Originally Posted by larry dowty View Post
Try and change the pulley on the motor if you can, try and slow it down, i did the same thing to mine get a bi-metal blade workes ok for home use 3/8 alum is about all it will want.
Actually, aluminum is more forgiving thatn steel. You can run the blade at just about any speed you want. Use WD40 to keep the blade from loading up with shavings. When you cut steel, you need to slow the blade speed down.
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