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Looking for Multipurpose Saw

Is anyone aware of a table or miter saw that can cut wood, metal, and possibly tile? For example, wood flooring, a shower enclosure header bracket, and ceramic tile.


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-It would depend on the blade, mainly, and then on the reaction of that saw to the water/coolant necessary to cut tile with a saw. Most would take it mighty personally and try to kill you. If you do find something, post it back here - I've never heard of such an animal.

-For tile & brick (only a few cuts ~20) I've used a dry diamond blade on my Makita table saw, not ideal but doable.

TIle really works best with wet saw

-I know people that have cut metal on their miter saw by changing the blade. Makes a mess though. Tile says usually use a wet process but I guess it can be done with an abrasive blade. If you decide to try this, be sure to remove the dust collecting bag and clean up the sawdust before cutting metal. Metal will send hot chips that could start the dust on fire.

 


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