Re: Cutting Raw Stock to Size on a Mill
Yes, you can get metal cutting blades for the table saw. Cutting metal stock on a table saw is a little dicey but I have done it on mine, I have an aluminum cutting blade on it right now. But mine is a 3/4 HP 9 inch and I can over power and stall the motor, a 3 or 5 hp machine would not be so forgiving, kick back could be dangerous. Good hold downs are an absolute must. A table saw like yours should handle at least 2 inches thick. I have cut aluminum 2.5 inches thick with an Evolution circular saw, goes through it like butter. WD40 is your friend when cutting aluminum.
Jim Dawson
Sandy, Oregon, USA