Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw modifications

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- handle modification. made from steel.

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Jaw Modification. Made from cold rolled steel.

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Material stop foot. Made from square tube and rod cold rolled steel.

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Hold down foot. Made from angle iron.

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Lock down pin. Made from aluminum and steel rod.

[Captainleeward]

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw----Metal shavings containment pan.

[bobs409]

The only way to truly contain those nasty chips is to put a tent over it! lol

In fact, I did something similar. I have an Evolution saw and use it outside only because my metal shop shares duty with 3 of my antique cars. A few times it was raining and I REALLY needed to use it so I put a small tarp over it just as I pulled the trigger and made the cut. It did the job! No old Chevy's harmed and I got the metal cut.

I was thinking of maybe putting something together more permanent and made of clear vinyl or plastic. Just another idea I have floating around in my head...

[bobs409]

Very useful for cutting multiple small parts! Did mine a little while back. Should probably be part of these saws.

[DIYer]

Thanks Captainleeward! We've added your Chop Saw Modifications to our Metalworking category,
as well as to your builder page: Captainleeward's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Chop Saw Modifications by Captainleeward

tags: chop saw, modification

[motorhead]

What about building a "directing shield/guard/intake port behind the blade and connect it to some sort of suction source via a cyclone separator? In theory, it would cause most of the larger particles to drop out and a filter of some sort could be installed prior to the actual suction inlet to the "fan" in order to protect it. I know it sounds bulky and somewhat complicated, but if you select the appropriate components, the size can always be reduced, for a cost of course...