Compound saw for cutting tubing

[ccbruin]

Looking to step up from my sawzall to something a little easier. What do you guys use? I've seen a lot about the Evolution Rage series.. Open to suggestions!

[Squshiee1]

That is what i used for my tube doors, It works great!

[ccbruin]

Squshiee1 previously posted:

[The StRanger]

I picked up a Harbor Freight chop saw
I dont use mine a lot, But it still works fantastic !!

[Shane]

Might check some pawnshops out. Last tuesday I was at one just south on broadway from Belleview it was a dewalt I think they wanted 120.00.

[Hypoid]

I scored a used band saw.

[glacierpaul]

I have a Milwaukee abrasive cut-off saw, has the clamp to hold whatever steady as you cut. I used it to cut gas pipe, way faster than the typical screw type pipe cutter. It also works good to de-burr the ends too.

[Patrolman]

Yeah, you won't be disappointed with a chop saw. I bought a DeWalt brand new at HD about 10 years ago for $80ish. It has been used and abused now, but worked flawless for all kinds of things. Unsure what they go for now.

[ccbruin]

Do your guys' saws cut at angles?

[zukrider]

no, most if not all chopsaws are straight cut only. thissue with a compound saw is $$$$$. they are pricey.

but, a chopsaw has an adjustable base, so angles are possible. but only in the one plane.

[The StRanger]

zukrider previously posted:

[zukrider]

As will mine, but it's not the most reliable form of cutting. It's tough to get consistent cuts. With a compound, the consistency is far better. But your talking $500 plus to get in that market. FWIW, a band saw I'd a far better versatile cutter. BUT, nothing competes with a chop saw. Best to own both! A bandsaw is on my list of next tools.

[carpenle]

these are great http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...FWho7AodViMAiw

faster than abrasive, does not heat up the metal, more accurate, etc... but expensive. The blades are also pricey.

[Serious Offroad]

This is what I use....




1000% better than a chopsaw and fiber discs.

[The StRanger]

carpenle previously posted:

[Squshiee1]

I use a 10 year old miter saw, not sure of the band, it is black and yellow but not a dewalt. But it works great and it cuts angles.