@EggInDisguise@lemmy.blahaj.zone
2026-08-28 02:10 UTC
Lpt: a circular saw is quicker than a sawzall on 2in aluminum pipes. If you aren’t sure what kind of metal you’re working with, use a magnet. If it sticks, use a sawzall. If it doesn’t, use a circular saw. With a little practice, you can get through a 2in pipe in under 45 seconds (12s is my record for 2in aluminum pipe)
How you use that little tidbit of info is up to you I guess, I just like sharing information about metalworking, since I’m a hobby level blacksmith.
And just in case you want to go camping with your metalworking tools, as one does, there are some decent brands that fit nicely in a backpack, and you can get around your campground quickly with bicycles. Just don’t bring your phone, they ruin bike trips.
Replies (3)
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@Echolynx@lemmy.zip 2026-08-28 03:49
Angle grinder?
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@exaybachae@startrek.website 2026-08-28 02:54
They are typically at least 2.85in in diameter, not 2in. They describe them on the sales receipt/contract.
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@TDCN@feddit.dk 2026-08-28 06:03
Handheld band saw for the pros: www.milwaukeetool.com/products/…/2929s-22