Cold Saw

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This "cold saw" may be used ONLY for cutting aluminum or brass. The blade rotates at a relatively slow 1300RPM, generating less heat. Cutting any other material is dangerous and will destroy the blade.

Required Badge Required PPE
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Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) documents, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) information, and Operator's Manuals can be found in the Safety and Manuals section.

This machine is covered under the Metal-2 training. Users who have not completed this training cannot use this machine.

Machine Info

This machine is a Makita model LC1230.

Replacement carbide-tipped blades this saw should be 12" diameter with a 1" arbor, and can be ordered from Amazon.