Besides spending thousands on a Dake, what are the options for accurately cutting frame material? Dewalt seems to have a decent one that uses a carbide blade vs and abrasive. Any other recommendations?
What type of material Brian? Flat stock or tubing? Mitered or straight cuts ?
Mainly tubing (2x3 or 2x4) at various angles. Since it will be a fab as I go kind of project, my other option would be cardboard templates that are then laser cut.. but that might get pricey?
Band saws are nice, hard to keep them square espec' if you use it alot.
I use my chop the most. The 14" Evolution blade is $100 but I have used it about 70+ cuts with no issues. The Stainless blade is very good. But as Matt said it is loud. But no sparks, cold metal and a nice smooth edge makes it worth it.
If you can find a 14" miter saw with a nice 180 degree graduated base for cheap you would have yourself a nice set up.
You have to watch out and get a saw that is made for cutting metal. Most saws you will find are designed for either wood or running an abrasive blade. They will run far to fast for the that blade and thing could blow up in your face.
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