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Hacksaws are a hand tool that is a very versatile addition to any workshop. Hacksaws work by simply moving the blade through the metal backwards and forwards in a regular ‘sawing’ action. The C shaped handles are relatively cheap to buy and the w

How to cut metal with a reciprocating saw. Reciprocating saws fitted with the correct metal cutting blade make easy work of sawing through bolts, rods, rebar, pipes, profiles, and nails in stud work. Reciprocating saws cut by the blade travelling i

How to cut metal with a guillotine. Guillotines cut metal by using 2 blades; one is fixed under the workpiece, the other moves downwards to cut through the metal. Guillotines come in many sizes and are known by an array of names such as; guillotin

Tin snips are an inexpensive and invaluable addition to any tool box. For most cutting jobs regular tin snips will be perfectly adequate, but for some projects it is worth upgrading to one of the more specialised blade configurations to achieve bette

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How to drill stainless steel. Equipment you will need; suitable drill bit, cutting fluid, eye protection, ear defenders, heavy duty tape, marker pen or 3 corner pyramid punch, sturdy clamp, and felt or plastic to protect workpiece in the clamp. B

What is 5083 Plate? Aluminium plate made with grade 5083 is produced with magnesium as the primary alloying element; it may also contain chromium, manganese, silicon, iron, zinc, and other elements in trace amounts.  5083 is renowned for its

What is CA104 aluminium bronze? Aluminium bronze CA104 is an alloy that contains aluminium, iron, nickel, and copper. CA104 is the wrought form of 10/5/5 aluminium bronze and is comparable to BS1400 AB2 if a cast equivalent is sought. Key attribut

A Guide To Aluminium Grades Aluminium is one of the most widespread elements found on earth, and one of the most popular in metalwork. The following article will cover the different grades of aluminium available, their physical and mechanical proper