Cutting Aluminum Sheet With Jigsaw

Position the saw close to the side of the aluminum where you want to begin cutting.

Cutting aluminum sheet with jigsaw.

Use a jigsaw if circular cuts need to be made in the aluminum. Cutting sheet metal is slow work with a jigsaw and even more so if you are working with corrugated metal. Clamp a guide to your aluminum on both sides of your saw. How to cut sheet steel using a jigsaw with a metal cutting blade.

If you are making a long cut you may need to apply cutting oil to the blade of the jigsaw to keep the blade cool. In terms of blades you ll want to make sure that you have something with a lot of space between the teeth. Afterwards lower the blade approximately 0 39 inches 0 99 cm past the metal and guide the blade along the metal. Sharp edges are present on the cut sheet metal so use a metal file or sandpaper to smooth the edges of your project.

Position the jigsaw at the point where the cut will begin. Work slowly and methodically. If your saw has variable speeds just consult the chart. Position the shoe or base plate of the saw flat on the surface to be cut.

Slowly push the jigsaw forward following the cutting line. Instead of pushing it forcefully slide the jigsaw slowly and allow it to eat through the sheet metal. Usually it s a matter of moving a belt to a different sized pulley. Do it carefully and slowly to make sure you get the shape right.

Cut through the sheet where you have put the marking.