Cutting Brass

Lodgepole · Post by **Lodgepole** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 5:56 pm

I need to cut brass flat stock measuring 1/4" x 2" x 5 1/2" into a shape containing parallel curves and straight ends.

I have checked the Shopsmith band saw manual and, by using the correct blade, speed, etc. should be quite doable.

Does anyone have experience or suggestions for this project?

Gene Howe · Post by **Gene Howe** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 8:13 pm

For what it's worth, I've used the SS band saw to cut 1/4" thick aluminum and and 1/4" dia. brass rod. These were all straight cuts, though.

JPG · Post by **JPG** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 9:16 pm

Patience, Patience, Patience.

A speed reduction and a metal cutting blade would be desirable.

Curves will be problematic.

Jack Wilson · Post by **Jack Wilson** » Mon Mar 03, 2014 9:56 pm

They make metal cutting blades for the jigsaw, if you have one. Not speaking from experience though.