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cutting 3mm thick aluminium
what is the best why to cut aluminium as i have some for a chassis but i dont know how to cut it neatly?
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tin snips / gilbows and a file will do the job
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3mm alloy, you wont cut that with tin snips!! hacksaw or bandsaw i would go for, then clean up edges with a file and 80 then 120 grit aluminium oxide paper, unless you know an ironmonger with proper cutting equipment like gallows
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17-07-2009
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Jigsaw, if you got the facility to clamp it down, then a file, to smooth it off.
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18-07-2009
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Re: 3mm alley
Best way is with a dremil, as this will give less resistance to bending / and twisting.
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18-07-2009
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Jigsaw with a cutting blade meant or cutting 3mm aluminium. Clamp it down and let rip, tidy up with a file and sandpaper after.
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19-07-2009
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Decent tin snips!
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20-07-2009
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Personaly i wouldnt touch the snips gilbows jig saw or dremmel......i allways use a chop saw (wood one with an ali blade) they are quick(matter of seconds) and have clamps to safely hold the work peice and have calibrated angles....lovaley.....oh watch your fingers be very carefull
 the only prob with this is small bits are a tad dangerous for this i use the mill if anyone wants a mini mill brand new for about £250 feel free to pm me....its not mine just the company where i got mine...
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