Jim;
A chop saw (abrasive cut-off wheel) isn't recommended for cutting 4130 steel
tubing. The heat of friction leaves the alloy in poor condition for about
1/8" from the cut. I read this somewhere but I can't tell you that source--
I simply can't remember where I saw it.
Regards, Neil Tucson, AZ
-----Original Message-----
From: Waldron, James [mailto:James.Waldron@CWUSA.COM]
Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2003 8:06 PM
To: land-speed@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: Re: Plasma Cutter or band saw or ?
Thanks to all on the list who contributed their experience. It
really made a big difference and is going to save me a lot of
money.
After Elon made the plasma torch sould a lot like a light saber I'm leaning
towards a chop saw or a portable band saw. About a factor of 10 less
expensive. I'll just use the old cutting torch for plate and visit my
grinder.
Thanks!
Jim W.
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